Assistant Studio Art Professor, Studio & Digital Arts

Liberty University•Lynchburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Studio Art Professor teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in studio art, maintains the integrity of course and instructional programs, and aligns instruction with Liberty University’s mission and vision for the student experience. The position calls for a vision and commitment to integrating studio art disciplines, with expertise in at least one area such as drawing, illustration, painting, sculpture, ceramics, 2D/3D art, or photography. Faculty are expected to foster a respectful academic atmosphere, support students’ individual learning needs, and model commitment to Liberty University’s goals and values within a biblically informed Christian worldview. Faculty may contribute to curriculum development in residential and distance education, conduct research or creative scholarship, and serve students and their professional discipline. Additional duties include student advising and recruitment, assessment, professional development, conference participation, and service on school and university committees. Faculty must be able to use learning management software and other technological tools for content creation, communication, and planning. A faculty member may be assigned to oversee a Graduate Student Assistant or Teacher Assistant. Assistant Professors are contracted for 10 months, with a 30-load-hour appointment. Release from the contracted teaching load is determined each semester by the Dean. The position is full-time and onsite. Local and campus travel is required. The stated salary range is $67,700 to $85,000; compensation depends on factors including rank, contract length, skills, experience, education, and other considerations. The position may also be eligible for benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Requirements

An MFA is required.
Strong commitment to teaching and in-depth knowledge of a specialized studio art area.
Evidence of professional or academic activities, research, and achievement.
Ability to combine theory with practice in a liberal arts context.
Ability to demonstrate strong teaching skills.
Ability to operate learning management software and other technological tools used for content creation, communication, and planning.
Willingness and ability to participate in professional development, conferences, committee service, student advising and recruitment, curriculum development, assessment, and creative scholarship.
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
Strong organizational, computer, and scheduling skills.
Ability to reason, analyze information and events, exercise judgment, and solve routine and complex problems.
Flexibility in a swiftly changing environment.
Ability to travel to local and campus locations.
Ability to perform physical duties that may include sitting, typing, hearing and speaking, standing, walking, climbing stairs, handling materials, reaching overhead, kneeling, stooping, and regularly lifting 10 pounds or less.
Commitment to Liberty University’s goals and values and personal spiritual formation within a biblically informed Christian worldview.

Nice To Haves

An earned doctoral degree or terminal master’s degree from an accredited institution in a field relevant to the faculty member’s teaching area, or a relevant professional certificate.
Record of excellence in one or more studio art areas: drawing, illustration, painting, sculpture, ceramics, 2D/3D art, or photography.
Industry experience and accomplishment in the arts.
Experience with online and/or remote teaching environments.
Experience with curriculum development and a demonstrated history of pedagogical excellence.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in studio art.
Maintain the integrity of courses and instructional programs and align course delivery with the University’s mission and vision for the student experience.
Create an academic atmosphere of mutual respect and consideration for individual dignity, while supporting students’ individual differences, abilities, and interests.
Contribute to curriculum development in residential and distance education environments.
Engage in research, scholarship, or creative activity, including producing creative scholarship.
Participate in professional development activities and conferences.
Serve on school and university committees.
Conduct student advising and student recruitment.
Participate in curriculum development and assessment.
Use learning management software and other technology tools to facilitate content creation, communication, and planning.
Adhere to Liberty University policies and represent the University in an exemplary manner.
Work effectively as a team member and support Liberty University’s mission.
Oversee a Graduate Student Assistant or Teacher Assistant if assigned.