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School of Art- Assistant Professor of Art (3-D Foundation)

Recruitment #

 1056

Position

Assistant Professor of Art (3-D Foundation)

Effective Date

August 19, 2013 (Fall Semester)

Salary Range

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • MFA in Studio Art or record of outstanding creative/professional achievement
  • Strong creative/professional record as demonstrated by portfolio
  • Record of exhibitions, commissions, or projects
  • Evidence of successful teaching of 3D Foundation and/or intro-level courses in a 3D discipline at the college level
  • Evidence of understanding foundation principles of form and design in three dimensions
  • Demonstrated  knowledge of materials, processes, and techniques for forming and constructing three dimensions
  • Demonstrated potential to coordinate the 3D portion of a Foundation Program
  • Demonstrated potential to assume a leadership role in running a Foundation Program
  • Commitment to and/ or expertise teaching diverse student population

 

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to teach other foundation courses such as 2D, drawing, or digital

  • Demonstrated ability to teach courses in one or more of the School of Art’s 3D programs

    • Ceramics, Fiber, Metals, Sculpture, Wood

  • Evidence of knowledge of historical and contemporary art issues

  • Record of academic service

 

Duties

  • Coordinate the 3D portion of a Foundation Program
  • Teach courses in 3D Foundation, and possibly other Foundation courses or courses in one or more of the School of Art’s 3D programs (Ceramics, Fiber, Metals, Sculpture,Wood)
  • Serve as the Foundation Program Head on a rotating basis with other Foundation faculty
  • Additional duties include advising students, curriculum development, and committee work and other service in the school, college, and university
  • Actively participate in the governance processes of The School of Art, the College of the Arts, and the university and serve on committees
  • Serve in a leadership role in the School of Art and maintain linkages with other programs within the school

 

The School of Art at California State University, Long Beach is committed to building a more diverse faculty, staff, and student body as it responds to the changing population and educational needs of California and the nation. We seek applicants and nominations from those who have experience teaching, mentoring, and developing research in ways that effectively address individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds. California State University, Long Beach is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

 

Required Documentation

  •  Formal letter of application addressing minimum and desired/preferred qualifications and duties as stated above

  • Resume/curriculum vitae with current email address

  • Statement of teaching philosophy

  • Copy of official transcripts of from institution awarding highest degree

  • At least three current letters of recommendation from professionals in the field addressing the applicant’s specific qualifications for the position

  • Include digital portfolio on CD including twenty or more images of work by applicant, and twenty or more images of work by applicant’s students as JPEG images with a maximum size of 2000 pixels in the longest dimension. CD must be accompanied with printed back-up comprising printed images and captions corresponding to all digital images submitted

  • Student work should include caption information about the nature of the assignment and/or the course in which the work was produced

  • Please do not submit portfolios as PDFs or as Powerpoint or other digital presentations

  • All items above will be retained

  • Applicants may also include copies of performance evaluations from prior teaching experience and other documentation regarding instruction and instructionally related activity; research, scholarly and creative activity; and service activities

  • Provide a self-addressed envelope with adequate postage for the return of these materials
  • Finalists will be required to submit sample syllabi, a signed SC-1 university application form, and official transcript
  • Clearly mark all application materials with applicant’s name and “3D Foundation Search”
  • Submit materials in a plain manila file folder—no three-ring binders please
  • Compile all materials into a single package and send to:

Chair, 3D Foundation Search Committee

School of Art, California State University, Long Beach

1250 Bellflower Blvd.

                                                                   Long Beach, CA 90840-3501

 

  • Requests for information should be addressed to Karen Warner, Administrative Coordinator, School of Art: (562) 985-7907 karen.warner@csulb.edu

 

Application Deadline

  • Position open until filled (or recruitment canceled)
  • Review of applications will begin January 22, 2013

CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, political affiliation, Vietnam era veteran status, or any other veteran's status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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