University of Alaska
Term Instructor or Term Assistant Professor of Art (Graphic Design)
University of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, United States,
The Department of Art, a NASAD accredited institution, is comprised of six full-time faculty and ten adjunct faculty whose diverse artistic pursuits provide a wide range of educational opportunities for students. The Department has 118 art majors who are pursuing BA and BFA degrees in six areas of study. We also offer a one-year Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Graphic Design and a Minor in Art. Our mission is to prepare and empower students to use their creative abilities to make a difference in our community. A comprehensive multi-studio approach encourages innovative thinking, strengthens creativity and technical ability, and develops a broad knowledge of historic and contemporary art and design.The Department of Art within the University of Alaska Anchorage is inviting applications for a full-time bipartite term position in Graphic Design. This position would entail developing and teaching in the Communication Design program that incorporates the studio areas of graphic design, illustration, and photography. A successful candidate will be mentoring students in the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Art Programs as well as the one-year Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Graphic Design. We are especially interested in hearing from candidates that demonstrate the ability to work in an interdisciplinary context.Teaching will include undergraduate graphic design, typography, computer art, and foundation courses in multiple modalities including in-person, hybrid, and online. A candidate should have the ability to teach a wide range of historical and contemporary content as well as emerging theories and methodologies related to design. We are seeking a candidate that is committed to mentoring students, encouraging them to develop critical and visual thinking that will prepare them for careers in the design field.The applicant's creative work should be vibrant, rich, and reflective of contemporary design practices. We are looking for a designer/artist whose work bridges between the field of graphic design and fine arts, showing experience in more than one area of creative expression. A successful applicant will have a track record of excellence in professional and scholarly achievement.This position requires service to the Department of Art, University of Alaska Anchorage, and the community. We are interested in a candidate that will foster collaboration with other areas within the University and work with business partners in the Anchorage community in order to benefit the educational experience of our students.Minimum Qualifications:Masters of Fine Arts Degree in either/or Visual Art and Graphic Design, or equivalent experience.Position Details:This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a full-time, 9-month, term-funded, non-tenure track, faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and
full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off (FTO), 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.Special Instructions to Applicants:To be considered for this position, applicants must attach the following documents to their online application:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeTranscripts verifying terminal degree or description of comparable experience.Teaching PhilosophyNames of three references with contact information including phone number and email address10 examples of applicants work10 examples of student workReview of applications will begin on
10/25/2024 . Applications will then be reviewed on a rolling basis thereafter until a successful candidate is identified. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC).
https://unitedacademicsak.org/This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution, and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:
www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Steven Godfrey, Professor of Art at smgodfrey@alaska.edu .All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, faculty time off (FTO), 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.Special Instructions to Applicants:To be considered for this position, applicants must attach the following documents to their online application:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeTranscripts verifying terminal degree or description of comparable experience.Teaching PhilosophyNames of three references with contact information including phone number and email address10 examples of applicants work10 examples of student workReview of applications will begin on
10/25/2024 . Applications will then be reviewed on a rolling basis thereafter until a successful candidate is identified. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC).
https://unitedacademicsak.org/This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution, and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:
www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Steven Godfrey, Professor of Art at smgodfrey@alaska.edu .All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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