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Job Posting: Visual Studies Assistant Professor

Posted by paul wittenbraker
Link:
http://look.gvsu.edu/09searches/
Deadline:
January 5, 2009
Grand Valley State University (in Michigan)
Department Art And Design
College Lib Arts/Sciences

Visual Studies - Assistant Professor
http://visualstudies.art.gvsu.edu- Visual Studies Program Web Site

Responsibilities
Teach three courses per semester in a NASAD accredited undergraduate program with approximately 350 majors, participate in portfolio reviews and student advising, provide leadership and vision in program development, participate in university and departmental committee work, and maintain an active research and professional practice.

Required Qualifications
* MFA (or equivalent degree) with evidence of understanding and application of digital media in art and design.
* Experience in the use of and presentation of interactivity and time-based media in art contexts.
* Teaching experience required.
* Experience engaging in theory and practice relevant to Visual Studies.
* Evidence of successful experience in teaching studio classes and professional creative/research record.
* Successful candidates must be able to work and teach in digital media integrated with the other art and academic disciplines and in a manner relevant to a broader culture.

Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience

Application Deadline Info
Review will begin January 5, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.

How To Apply
Send CV, samples of work, samples of student work, contact information for at least 3 references, application letter, teaching sample (course syllabus, project description, etc.), and artist statement on a DVD, CD or html link to web-based portfolio acceptable for work samples. Selected online projects or presentation of work samples preferred.

Send materials to:
Virginia Jenkins, Chair
Department of Art & Design
Visual Studies Search
Grand Valley State University
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, MI 49401

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