Posting Number | F00113P |
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Position Title | Studio Art Open Rank Tenure Track |
GSU Information | Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, ranked 2nd most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 6th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels. With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship. |
Department | Fine Arts Department |
Campus | College-wide |
Position Type | Full Time Faculty |
Posting Type | Internal/External |
About the Department | Perimeter College's Fine Arts Department offers academic pathways in Music, Theatre, Art and Film & Media. The range of our offerings, the experience and passion of our faculty and staff and the caliber of our facilities allow us to provide individualized attention to our students and their creative journeys. We eagerly share our artistry with the public through our art galleries, plays, musical productions, concerts and film offerings. We encourage all students to grow and be part of the creativity at which we excel. |
Position Description | The Department of Fine Arts of Perimeter College invites applications for an Open Rank Tenure-Track position in Art Foundations/Studio Art. This position offers a dynamic opportunity for an emerging scholar and dedicated educator to join our vibrant community of artists and scholars. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, scholarly engagement, and service to the department and institution. Perimeter College requires and supports innovation and professional growth, expecting the successful candidate to engage in professional development activities which demonstrate career goals that are consistent with the college's mission. Provide 27-32 semester hours of instruction per academic year. Play a vital role in shaping the artistic development of our students. The primary responsibilities will include designing and delivering engaging and innovative curriculum in various studio art disciplines such as drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and digital media. Guide students through technical skill-building, conceptual exploration, and critical thinking, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to actively participate in departmental meetings, collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, advise and mentor students, and contribute to the broader academic community through scholarship and service activities. The successful candidate's expertise and passion for art will inspire and empower Perimeter College students to reach their full creative potential. As Perimeter College is a multi-campus college, the successful candidate may teach on multiple campuses and in multiple modalities each semester. |
Required Experience | |
Required Education | A minimum of a Masters of Fine Arts (MFA) terminal degree in Art in a studio art specialty (completed by the anticipated date of appointment) from an accredited institution is required. |
Preferred Qualifications/Experience | * A strong background in Studio Foundations courses including Drawing, 2-D, 3-D, sculpture, painting, and a demonstrated history of community-engaged practice, along with a commitment to conceptualize and explore beyond conventional studio practices. * A minimum of three years college level teaching experience beyond graduate work preferred. * Knowledge and interest in online instruction. * A strong commitment to student success and development |
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | * Ability to teach foundations of studio art at the collegiate level. * Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods, relate to students, and facilitate student learning, and support traditional and contemporary art methods. * Effective communication skills needed. * Excellent organizational and teaching skills a necessity. * Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology is required. |
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc | None specified. |
Pre-Employment Requirements | A Criminal History Check is required. |
Work Hours | Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations). |
Salary | $49,082-$57,082 |
Description of Job Duty | Teaching 80%, Service 10% , and Scholarly/Creative Activities 10% . |
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Percentage Of Time | 100 |
Number of Vacancies | 2 |
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Desired Start Date | 08/01/2024 |
Position End Date (if temporary) | |
Open Date | 01/09/2024 |
Review of Applications Begins | 01/09/2024 |
Close Date | 02/12/2024 |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Instructions Summary | Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered:
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Apply at: | https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/4301 |
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USG Core Values Statement | The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |