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Title: Instructor in Art

Concentration: Undergraduate

Division: Provost's Office

Department: College of Liberal Arts

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: Annual Salary

EEO Job Group: 2 C6

Position Summary

The Art and Design Department at the University of Southern Indiana, a public university in Evansville, Indiana, seeks applications for a 9-month, full-time Instructor position in Art with specialty in 2-dimensional media to teach classes including drawing and 2-dimensional design. Appointment will begin August 2025.

Duties/Responsibilities 

Candidates for this position should have the ability to teach a variety of two-dimensional foundational classes including Drawing and 2D design. The ability to teach other foundational courses such as Introduction to Digital Media or 3D design is preferred. The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship, utilize engaging and student-centered pedagogies, and have experience in foundational and interdisciplinary studio art practices.

The position is a 3/3 studio courseload. Other responsibilities include creative activity and scholarship, as well as service to the department, college, and university on committees and in other capacities (including advising) as needed by the university.

Required Knowledge and Skills

A terminal degree in an art studio related field (MFA or equivalent). Required degrees must be completed before start date.
Active, creative research in a 2D media as demonstrated by a record of regional and national peer-reviewed exhibitions. (juried or invitational exhibitions)

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

A successful record of teaching university courses in studio art, experience beyond graduate teaching is preferred.

About the College

Information about the University of Southern Indiana's College of Liberal Arts may be found at http://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts 

About the Department

The Art & Design program at the University of Southern Indiana offers a BFA in Art, with concentrations in graphic design, illustration, interactive media, photography or studio. Students can also earn a BA/BS in Art with emphasis in Art History, Art Education, or one of the concentration areas mentioned previously. Art Minors in art history, art teaching, digital video design, graphic design, photography, and studio art are also available. https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts/art/degrees-and-programs 

• Letter of application addressing relevant experience in higher education instruction and advising, particularly related to online instruction and work with adult learners
• Current curriculum vitae Unofficial transcripts
• Brief statement of teaching philosophy, 1-page minimum
• Artist statement, 1 page maximum
• Samples of professional and/or creative works and student works – 20 - These examples, including image lists, should be combined into one PDF, not to exceed 20mb.

Search Committee Chair:

If you have questions about the open position, please contact Mr. Robert M. Dickes, search committee chair, at rmdickes@usi.edu.

Best Consideration Date:

For best consideration, please submit materials before February 23, 2025.

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI typically will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

The University of Southern Indiana is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.