Assistant Professor - Tenure Track - Art and Design - Sculpture - 20464

ATTENTION:

The Department of Art and Design at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Sculpture beginning in August 2024.This is a full-time position with teaching responsibilities for undergraduate courses within the Department of Art and Design. The instructional assignment includes 3D-Design (Foundations), all levels of Sculpture (I, II, III, IV/V), and a general education lecture course, World of the Arts (WOTA). The Sculpture lab/studio was recently upgraded with a multi-million-dollar renovation.  We seek candidates from a variety of perspectives who will take an active interest in progressing the Sculpture program through the integration of digital processes and technology, such as 3D printing and laser cutting/etching, as well as traditional practices.

JOB DETAILS:

Official job-related duties are separated into three categories: Teaching, Research, and Service.  A successful candidate must teach full-time (3:3 teaching load).  Semester course rotation will vary based on department and program needs, with possible teaching assignments in Three-Dimensional Design, all levels of undergraduate Sculpture, and a WOTA course. Faculty members are expected to serve as advisors/mentors to students and are encouraged to engage and support students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities.  For Research, the candidate will be expected to pursue an active creative research agenda that engages undergraduate students, results in publications or exhibitions, and contributes to advancing the department, university, and the profession. The candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities and embrace the principles of inclusion and belonging as a university community member.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will hold an MFA or other terminal degree in Sculpture or Studio Art with a focus in Sculpture.  ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in August 2024; if not, they will be hired on a one-year contract with the understanding that their degree will be completed before January 2025 in advance of their first scheduled review.
• Candidates should have experience operating and managing a Sculpture studio/classroom, including a metal fabrication area, digital design lab, foundry, and a general work area.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous university-level teaching experience in all levels of Sculpture and a sustained record of professional research activity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training drills. 
• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach full-time (3:3 teaching load). Semester course rotation will vary based on department and program needs, with possible teaching assignments in Three-Dimensional Design, all levels of undergraduate Sculpture, and a WOTA course
• Serve as advisors/mentors to students and are encouraged to engage and support students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities.
• The candidate will be expected to pursue an active creative research agenda that engages undergraduate students, results in publications or exhibitions, and contributes to advancing the department, university, and the profession. Lastly, for Service, the candidate will be expected to participate in activities that support the function of the department, college, university, and community relevant to the one’s expertise and interests. 
• This position also includes the management of student workers/studio assistants.
• The position's regular operations include maintenance and operation of specialized equipment and tools, including a non-ferrous induction foundry furnace, a gas melt-out kiln, MIG, TIG, stick, and oxy-acetylene welders, 3-D printers, and a Wazer water jet cutter; budgeting and ordering supplies; overseeing materials and inventory; and maintaining a high standard for safety, cleanliness, and organization in these spaces. 

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:

The NASAD accredited Department of Art and Design offers programs in studio/visual art, art history, graphic design, and media arts, serves approximately 300 majors and minors, and offers B.A., B.S., B.S.E., and B.F.A. degrees. The Department of Art and Design is a part of the College of Arts and Communication and employs 20+ full and part-time faculty and staff. The department is located in the Greenhill Center of the Arts, which houses the Theatre/Dance and Music Departments, the Crossman Gallery (a 2,500-square-foot facility presenting professional, juried, and student exhibitions), and a new gallery at the University Community Engagement Center.

The Sculpture Area at the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater, is nationally recognized as an iron-casting educational facility. UWW students have been a strong presence at the National Conference on Contemporary Cast Iron Art and Practices. With a new state-of-the-art non-ferrous induction casting facility, we have also attracted the attention of the American Foundry Society.  With the addition of a digital lab, we encourage students to learn both traditional and contemporary sculpture practices. The Sculpture area houses a large metal fabrication space, a separate grinding room, an induction foundry space, a dedicated ceramic shell room, a plaster room and sand mold-making space, a chemical patina room/spray booth, a digital lab, a large work area for students including ventilated work benches for wax working, etc., and an outdoor courtyard workspace.  

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,000 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW has approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu ).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see http://www.uww.edu/asfr   If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting 9-month, academic year salary of $52,000.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:

Applications received by February 4, 2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or [email protected] .

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Greg Porcaro, Assistant Professor
Search Committee Chair
262-472-1324
[email protected]

TO APPLY:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover letter/letter of interest
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Artist Statement
• Curriculum Vita
• 20 images of student work (PDF preferred)
• 20 images of personal work (PDF preferred)
• Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)
• Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required if offered the position)

This Job ID is 20464.

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