University Of Florida
Assistant Professor of Ceramics in the Expanded Field
University Of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, us, 32635
Assistant Professor of Ceramics in the Expanded Field
Job no:
529240Work type:
Tenure-Track FacultyLocation:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories:
Education/Training/Instructional Design, HumanitiesDepartment:
13020100 - COTA-ART-DIRECTORPosition:
Full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing faculty positionDate of Expected Hire:
August 16, 2025Salary:
$70,000; with a comprehensive and highly competitive leave and benefits packageThe School of Art + Art History in the College of the Arts seeks an Assistant Professor of Studio Art with expertise in ceramics in the expanded field to join our vibrant, interdisciplinary program with a new forward-looking curriculum at a top-ranked public university. The ideal candidate will be a conceptually-informed maker with an active studio practice who engages the complex materiality, cultures, and social histories of clay and craft, as well as emergent ceramic technologies and methods. We seek an innovative artist-educator who is passionate about ceramic futures with strong intellectual, collaborative, communication, and leadership skills who has experience working with students at all levels—undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate.Responsibilities:Teach a 2-2 load of undergraduate courses and graduate-level seminars in ceramics that incorporate analog and digital practices within the context of an interdisciplinary studio art curriculum.Mentor and advise graduate students and supervise graduate committee and independent studies.Conduct a program of creative research that significantly contributes to a body of knowledge within an expanded definition of the discipline of craft, contemporary art, and ceramics.Lead the development of ceramics curricula in the context of an interdisciplinary studio art program.Contribute to studio art program development, student recruitment, and outreach.Actively participate in our learning community, connecting the diverse traditions, histories, discourses, and practice of ceramics and craft to the broader field of contemporary art in other disciplines.Collaborate with facilities staff in shared supervision of, organizing, running, and enhancing ceramics facilities.Participate in service to the university and the profession.Minimum Qualifications:MFA or PhD in Studio Art Practice with an emphasis in Ceramics.Preferred Qualifications:Expertise in ceramics which may include sculpture, craft and objects, 3-D digital fabrication/rapid prototyping, vessel making, installation, performance, sustainable approaches for working with ceramic media, interdisciplinary practices, social and community-based practices.Proficiency in teaching ceramic practices including wheel-based ceramic techniques, hand-building/sculpture/figurative techniques, ceramic glazing and surface finishing/decorating techniques, and firing theory and methodology.Active studio practice with evidence of emerging or established recognition in the field.Evidence of success in promoting an environment that advances inclusivity, criticality, open intellectual discourse, and the well-being of all in the context of cultural and ideological difference.Exceptional organizational and communication skills.Application Process:
Applications must be submitted via the University of Florida’s online application system. Online applications must include the following:A detailed letter of application that explains how you match the qualifications of this position and how your work and perspective will contribute to and enhance our transformative community.Links to 15–20 creative and research works.Links to 15–20 examples of student works.Statement of teaching philosophy.Sample syllabus and assignments.Names and contact information for three professional references.Inquiries may be sent to:Julia MorrisroeChair, Assistant Professor of Ceramics in the Expanded Field SearchEmail: julia01@ufl.eduHealth Assessment Required: NoAdvertised:
02 Nov 2023 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
Open until filled
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Job no:
529240Work type:
Tenure-Track FacultyLocation:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories:
Education/Training/Instructional Design, HumanitiesDepartment:
13020100 - COTA-ART-DIRECTORPosition:
Full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing faculty positionDate of Expected Hire:
August 16, 2025Salary:
$70,000; with a comprehensive and highly competitive leave and benefits packageThe School of Art + Art History in the College of the Arts seeks an Assistant Professor of Studio Art with expertise in ceramics in the expanded field to join our vibrant, interdisciplinary program with a new forward-looking curriculum at a top-ranked public university. The ideal candidate will be a conceptually-informed maker with an active studio practice who engages the complex materiality, cultures, and social histories of clay and craft, as well as emergent ceramic technologies and methods. We seek an innovative artist-educator who is passionate about ceramic futures with strong intellectual, collaborative, communication, and leadership skills who has experience working with students at all levels—undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate.Responsibilities:Teach a 2-2 load of undergraduate courses and graduate-level seminars in ceramics that incorporate analog and digital practices within the context of an interdisciplinary studio art curriculum.Mentor and advise graduate students and supervise graduate committee and independent studies.Conduct a program of creative research that significantly contributes to a body of knowledge within an expanded definition of the discipline of craft, contemporary art, and ceramics.Lead the development of ceramics curricula in the context of an interdisciplinary studio art program.Contribute to studio art program development, student recruitment, and outreach.Actively participate in our learning community, connecting the diverse traditions, histories, discourses, and practice of ceramics and craft to the broader field of contemporary art in other disciplines.Collaborate with facilities staff in shared supervision of, organizing, running, and enhancing ceramics facilities.Participate in service to the university and the profession.Minimum Qualifications:MFA or PhD in Studio Art Practice with an emphasis in Ceramics.Preferred Qualifications:Expertise in ceramics which may include sculpture, craft and objects, 3-D digital fabrication/rapid prototyping, vessel making, installation, performance, sustainable approaches for working with ceramic media, interdisciplinary practices, social and community-based practices.Proficiency in teaching ceramic practices including wheel-based ceramic techniques, hand-building/sculpture/figurative techniques, ceramic glazing and surface finishing/decorating techniques, and firing theory and methodology.Active studio practice with evidence of emerging or established recognition in the field.Evidence of success in promoting an environment that advances inclusivity, criticality, open intellectual discourse, and the well-being of all in the context of cultural and ideological difference.Exceptional organizational and communication skills.Application Process:
Applications must be submitted via the University of Florida’s online application system. Online applications must include the following:A detailed letter of application that explains how you match the qualifications of this position and how your work and perspective will contribute to and enhance our transformative community.Links to 15–20 creative and research works.Links to 15–20 examples of student works.Statement of teaching philosophy.Sample syllabus and assignments.Names and contact information for three professional references.Inquiries may be sent to:Julia MorrisroeChair, Assistant Professor of Ceramics in the Expanded Field SearchEmail: julia01@ufl.eduHealth Assessment Required: NoAdvertised:
02 Nov 2023 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
Open until filled
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