Faculty Appointment, Art and Design
LaGrange College•Lagrange, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Department of Art and Design at LaGrange College seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position with a primary focus in Ceramics and additional experience in Sculpture. The appointment begins with the 2027-2028 academic year beginning August 2027. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, professional development, and institutional service, as well as an understanding of, and appreciation for, the mission of liberal arts institutions.
Requirements
- An MFA in Ceramics or a closely related field.
- A demonstrated studio practice and exhibition record in ceramics.
- Experience in sculpture sufficient to teach foundational sculpture coursework.
- A record of effective teaching at the undergraduate level across a range of ceramics techniques (hand building, wheel-throwing, glaze chemistry, and kiln firing processes).
Nice To Haves
- The ideal candidate will be a strong, energetic leader and an effective communicator and collaborator.
- Invested in growing our ceramics and sculpture offerings.
- Will help recruit and mentor students.
Responsibilities
- Teaching a range of ceramics courses across skill levels along with Sculpture I (and Sculpture II as needed).
- Maintaining and developing studio facilities and equipment, including kilns and glaze materials.
- Supervising and ensuring safe operation of the ceramics studio.
- Advising majors and mentoring students toward exhibition opportunities, internships, and professional development.
- Additional duties may be determined by the successful candidate's experience and abilities.
Benefits
- Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
