Assistant Professor of Studio Art
- Drake University
- Drake University
- Nov 03, 2022
Job Description
Drake University’s Department of Art and Design seeks a tenure track assistant professor in studio art beginning fall 2023. We are excited by the opportunity for an intermedia visual artist with the ability to teach all levels of painting and visual foundation studies to join our department. A successful candidate should provide evidence of effective and engaging teaching across a range of skill sets. Interdisciplinary approaches to artmaking and the use of digital processes in either personal artwork or teaching are encouraged. Teaching responsibilities include the possibility to develop courses related to the candidate’s areas of inquiry and collaborating with other departments.
The Department of Art and Design offers undergraduate students BA and BFA degrees in Studio Art and Graphic Design and a BA in Art History. Our small department with accomplished faculty provides students with personalized experiences. From classwork to mentoring to internships, we guide students to incorporate their interests and values into their education and career goals. Our courses are designed to encourage curiosity and enhance responsible artistic engagement, involving students in collaborative projects with campus and community organizations and with Drake University’s Anderson Gallery. More information about our department can be found here: https://www.drake.edu/art-design/.
Drake University is a four-year private, not-for-profit institution dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning. We seek faculty who truly care about the student experience and continuously engage in creative activity. Our dedication is demonstrated by ongoing pedagogical support through numerous professional development opportunities.
Our Community: Drake University is an equal-opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. As an institution, we strive to foster an inclusive culture where differences are not merely accepted but celebrated. As a campus with a continually growing diverse student body, we encourage applications from women, marginalized and underrepresented groups, and individuals with a commitment to mentoring under-represented demographics in their academic pursuits. For more information on Drake University's work environment, employee benefits, and faculty development opportunities please visit http://www.drake.edu/hr/.
Our City: Drake University is located in the beautiful, mid-sized city of Des Moines, Iowa. The Des Moines metro offers numerous festivals and cultural celebrations; a selection of museums and theaters including the internationally recognized Des Moines Art Center and downtown Pappajohn Sculpture Park; renowned architecture; green parks and miles of walking/biking trails; and a developed food scene. To learn more about the area check out https://www.catchdesmoines.com/.
To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by December 2, 2022. The position will remain open until filled.
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Salary
The Department of Art and Design at Drake University is seeking candidates for a full-time, 9-month, Visiting Assistant Professor of Graphic Design position to begin in the fall of 2022. Art & Design is a nimble department within the liberal arts curriculum of the College of Art and Sciences at Drake University. We maintain a size that allows us to provide students with personalized experiences. From classwork to mentoring to internships, we guide students to incorporate their interests and values into their education and career goals.
As students move through our program they build on their liberal arts education, gaining skills in critical thinking and analysis, and in problem-based learning, through discussions, seminars, and hands-on experiences in art and design studios. Our courses are designed to encourage curiosity and enhance responsible artistic engagement, involving students in collaborative projects with campus and community organizations and with Drake University’s Anderson Gallery.
Position: Our search committee seeks a designer/design educator with a broad knowledge of social and cultural awareness that drives or is incorporated into their practice and process of design with an innovative approach to visual communication. A designer/design educator with a passion for student success and a strong understanding of design's role in society.
Salary is competitive with peer schools and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities: Candidate will teach 3 undergraduate classes per semester including but not limited to typography, design fundamentals, and interactive courses.
Required Qualifications:
- M.F.A. in Graphic Design or other relevant terminal degree (MDes, MAxGD, etc.)in a design discipline
- Proficiency in Adobe CC with expertise in Ps, Ai, Id, Xd, and Dw
- Strong understanding of typography, design fundamentals, and design processes
- Demonstrated ability in UX/UI and or coding (html, css, javascript, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Teaching experience or evidence of teaching potential
- 1-5 years of professional graphic design experience
All applicants must apply on-line through Hire Touch at https://drake.hiretouch.com/ and submit the following documents:
1) Letter of application
2) Curriculum vita
3) Teaching philosophy
4) DEI statement
5) Sample syllabi if available,
6) List of 3 references with contact information,
7) PDF portfolio with examples of personal/professional work
8) PDF portfolio with examples of students' work, if applicable.
Selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate’s scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate’s satisfactory passing a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview.
Email inquiries to: Neil Ward, neil.ward@drake.edu. NO email submissions. Formal review of applications begins April 1, 2022. To be assured of full consideration applications should be completed by this date. Position is open until filled.
For further information on the Department of Art & Design, see https://www.drake.edu/art-design/Information about Drake University's work environment, employee benefits, faculty development opportunities, and the greater Des Moines area can be accessed at http://www.drake.edu/hr/
Drake University is an equal-opportunity employer and actively seeks applicants who reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
Application Information
Contact: Neil Ward
Art and Design
Drake University
Phone: 515-271-2863
Online App. Form: https://drake.HireTouch.com