Assistant Professor - Art & Design - Ceramics

Austin Peay State University • Clarksville, TN

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Austin Peay State University Department of Art + Design is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art in Ceramics to lead the ceramics program. The position is based on campus in Clarksville, Tennessee, and begins July 30, 2027. The current ceramics curriculum includes a three-course sequence covering various materials, processes, techniques, and concepts such as wheel-throwing, hand-building, clay and glaze mixing, and electric and gas kiln firing. Additionally, there are stand-alone courses in ceramic sculpture and ceramic slip casting. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the program and is encouraged to incorporate innovative strategies and new technologies. Other teaching duties may include Foundations courses, with potential for developing special topics, study away, and study abroad courses. The Department of Art + Design is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and offers BFA and BA degrees in Studio Art, Graphic Design, Animation and Visual Effects, Art History, and Art Education. The department comprises eighteen full-time faculty, three support staff, and twelve part-time instructors, serving over 250 undergraduate majors. The department is housed in 60,000 square feet of studio, classroom, and office space across two buildings. Austin Peay State University is located in Clarksville, TN, an hour north of Nashville.

Requirements

• MFA in Ceramics or related program completed by July 30, 2027.
• Experience in both traditional and innovative ceramics processes
• Experience with the management of a ceramics studio; health and safety standards, kiln operation and maintenance, clay mixing and reclamation, and glaze mixing
• Comprehensive understanding of contemporary artistic practices and practitioners

Nice To Haves

• Practicing, professional artist with a dynamic exhibition history
• Two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3/3 course load to include the ceramic studio area and foundations level courses
• Teach all levels of students, who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Participate in the development of curriculum and the assessment of the students, program, and department through portfolio and capstone reviews.
• Maintain an awareness of contemporary art, design, career paths in art, relevant technological advancements, and sharing those in the classroom
• Collaborate with fellow faculty within and across departments and participate in APSU’s shared governance; partner with staff to identify and accomplish shared goals
• Maintain and oversee the APSU ceramics facility and student workers alongside the studio technician
• Advise and mentor students in their course of studies and individual research
• Engage in ongoing creative research and professional activities in ceramics

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level