Regular Faculty

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
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Posting Details
Position Information


Posting Number F001205P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title Regular Faculty
Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience
Location Moscow
Primary Division/College College of Art & Architecture
Primary Unit Art & Design
Employee Category Faculty
Classification Group Title Regular Faculty
Position Control Number 4848
Suffix 00
Contingency Code Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/11/2024
FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Tenure Tracking Tenure Track
Rank Assistant Professor
Extension Type Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary
Position Summary
The University of Idaho’s Department of Art & Design seeks applications for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor in Visual Design. The Art and Design faculty member is expected to teach according to the needs of the program and as directed by the Department Chair. The faculty member will conduct research in the field of visual design; publish research in peer reviewed journals or curate or exhibit in solo and/or group exhibitions regionally, nationally, and internationally; present findings at professional conferences, and submit proposals to extramural agencies to fund this work. The faculty member is expected to participate in some outreach activities as directed by their chair or dean. The faculty member is expected to attend faculty meetings, and to participate in committees at the department level and the college and/or university level.
Description of Expectations
This faculty member is expected to teach a 2:3 load in Art and Design according to the needs of the department and as directed by the department chair. The faculty member will conduct research in art and design and design outreach; publish such research in peer reviewed journals or exhibit in solo and/or group exhibitions regionally, nationally, and internationally; present findings at professional conferences, and submit proposals to extramural agencies to fund this work. The faculty member is expected to attend faculty meetings, and to participate in
committees at the department level and the college or university level. In addition, this faculty member will serve in regional and national extramural organizations.
Unit/Department Summary
The College of Art and Architecture strives to empower the next generation of artists and designers to positively impact a rapidly changing world and one of the fastest-growing states in the nation. We design with communities and industry partners, we conduct hands-on research and we infuse our work with empathy, storytelling, placemaking, and the utmost creativity.
Delivering on the university’s land-grant mission, the College of Art and Architecture contributes to the well-being of statewide and global communities through innovative design education that safeguards sustainability, economic resiliency, cultural vibrancy, and the common good. Our faculty and graduates’ leading-edge work emerges from an arts foundation and strong commitment to design integration — and results in built, cultural, natural, and virtual environments that enrich our communities and our world.
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising 70
Scholarship & Creative Activity 20%
Outreach & Extension 5
University Service & Leadership 5

Qualifications


Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
  • Applicants must have a Masters of Fine Arts or related degree in an Art or Design discipline or a PhD in a related field or equivalent terminal degree.
  • Evidence of a scholarly/exhibition.
  • Experience teaching both designers and studio artists.
  • Evidence of a studio practice/portfolio.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
  • Teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level.
  • Established professional collaborations.
  • MFA in Communication Design or closely related terminal degree.
  • Demonstrated experience equivalent to 2 years fulltime teaching beyond graduate teaching at the university-level.
  • Work collaboratively with faculty in other disciplines.
  • Knowledge of current contemporary design practices.
  • Knowledge of current technology trends in the creative disciplines including computer hardware, software, and other relevant design tools.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
N/A

Posting Information


Posting Date 01/11/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
The first consideration date for applications is February 11, 2024.
1. Letter of Interest addressing qualifications (“Letter of Qualification”)
2. Curriculum vitae (“Resume/CV”)
3. Statement of scholarly focus/ creative research (“Statement of Research”)
4. Statement of teaching philosophy (“Statement of Teaching”)
5. A sample of scholarly work* (“Other document 1”)
6. List of 5 references (at least 3 representing higher education, please include names, titles, phone numbers and e-mail addresses and brief statement on your professional relationship) (“List of references”)
7. Scan of terminal degree transcript (“Transcripts”)
8. Sample syllabi/course materials (“Other document 2”)
9. Evidence of effective teaching such as teaching evaluations/sample student work (“Other document 3”)
*Included in list of required Applicant Documents, Applicants must submit a sample/portfolio of scholarly work that is comprised of text and/or images into one organized, web resolution .pdf that informs the committee of focus in scholarship and creative activities. File size maximum 9MB.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement

The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain

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