Lecturer of Sculpture

University of Colorado • Denver, CO

20h

About The Position

The Lecturer of Sculpture teaches one or two 3-credit courses in the College of Arts & Media at the University of Colorado Denver. In-class teaching time is 5.5 hours per week per course, with approximately 7–10 additional hours per week per course for preparation and planning. The lecturer reports to the Visual Arts Department Chair and works closely with the Sculpture and Art Practices areas.

Lecturer appointments are at-will. Teaching assignments are determined semester by semester, may fluctuate, and depend on the courses offered each term. The position is paid $5,371.19 per 3-credit course and is not eligible for overtime compensation or benefits.

Requirements

• MFA in Sculpture, Studio Arts, Digital Media, Architecture, or a relevant course of study.
• One year of teaching experience.
• Experience developing and enforcing safe studio practices.
• An evolving personal art practice, with 1–5 years of experience as a practicing artist.
• Knowledge of wood, metal, and/or foundry practices through professional work or teaching experience.
• Ability to teach and work with a diverse student body.
• Knowledge of historical and contemporary fine artists, genres, and styles, and contemporary fine art practice in a global context linking screen-based technology with studio practice.
• Ability to convey complex artistic theories and concepts to students.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across multiple teaching modalities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, students, and community partners representing a wide range of perspectives.
• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to contribute to a respectful, positive, and professional workspace.
• Knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in illustration education and practice.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of teaching experience.
• A multidisciplinary personal art practice.
• Skills in installation and immersive art, digital fabrication, and/or mold making, demonstrated through personal creative work or teaching experience.
• Experience working with a range of creative professionals and students.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two 3-credit courses.
• Instruct students in using sculpture as a tool for creative expression.
• Evaluate sculptural projects for conceptual and technical merit.
• Introduce students to diverse processes, media, and equipment to advance their creative practice and self-expression skills.
• Demonstrate sculptural techniques and lead critiques of sculptural work.
• Foster professional connections for students.

What This Job Offers

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