Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Art

Concordia University, Nebraska; Seward (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Concordia University, Nebraska, located in Seward, NE, seeks an Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Art. The role emphasizes teaching studio art, curriculum development, and mentoring students within a Christian university setting. Start date July/August 2027 is anticipated.

The position is full-time with benefits, requiring capability to manage facilities, advocate for students, and collaborate across departments while upholding the university’s faith-based mission.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (M.F.A.) in visual art or closely related field preferred; candidates pursuing terminal degree considered.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching, preferably at college/university level.
• Active Christian commitment; Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod membership preferred.
• Experience with media, art theory, design fundamentals, and art history.

Responsibilities

• Teach studio art courses and adapt to department needs.
• Develop courses and curriculum integrating faith and learning.
• Advise, mentor, and recruit students; supervise internships and industry contacts.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support the university mission.
• Pursue scholarly research and maintain art facilities and teaching tools.

Skills

Drawing

Painting

Two-dimensional design

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Education

MFA in visual art or closely related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Blackboard

Banner

Job description

ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE, OR PROFESSOR OF ART

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES-

Concordia University, Nebraska, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, believes, teaches, and confesses that the Holy Scriptures are the inspired, inerrant, and infallible Word of God. As people called by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel to saving faith in Christ Jesus, the Word of God guides all we do in leading, teaching, and learning. Concordia equips students for lives of learning, service, and leadership in the home, church, and world.

Come and belong…join our team of passionate service leaders!

Concordia University is needing an Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Art who wants to be a part of this mission. The main campus (and this role) is located in Seward, Nebraska. If you thrive in a Christian atmosphere and community-driven environment, you will enjoy Concordia University's community feel. If you want to learn more about Concordia University, Nebraska, please visit www.cune.edu.

Position Purpose

Responsibilities will include teaching visual arts, with a focus on program and curriculum development in drawing, painting, and two-dimensional design for the College of Arts and Sciences at the University. This position will advise and mentor students, as well as participate in marketing and recruitment initiatives for the Department of Art, as assigned by the Department Chair. This is a full-time position with full-time benefits package. Must be 19 years or older to apply. The preferred start date of this faculty position is July/August 2027 at the beginning of the 2027-28 Academic Year.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in studio art, adapting to the needs of the Department of Art. The ideal candidate should be open to instructing a variety of media and closely related art courses that align with their qualifications. Preferred teaching areas include drawing, painting, integrated materials, and two-dimensional design.
• Develop courses and lessons that explore the intersection between faith and learning.
• Engage in departmental planning, course and program assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and assistance with student recruitment.
• Mentor students involved in studio research.
• Provide leadership for student internships and job opportunities, including maintaining and establishing contacts in business and industry.
• Work with colleagues from multiple departments to serve the university.
• Actively pursue scholarly research activities that are mutually beneficial.
• Work with other faculty in the department to ensure that art facilities are fully operational with proper supplies and teaching tools.
• Manage and maintain supplies needed for the program, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate a willingness to enthusiastically embrace the mission and vision of Concordia University, Nebraska.
• Work with colleagues from multiple departments to serve the university.
• Other faculty duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education-

• Terminal degree (M.F.A.) in visual art or a closely related field preferred. Candidates who have considerable experience and who agree to pursue a terminal degree will be considered.

Experience-

• Evidence of excellence in teaching, preferably at the community college or university level.
• Familiar with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, best teaching and administrative practices, or a record of excellence in teaching.
• Desire to develop professional relationships with students in which the faculty member is seen as an instructor, mentor, and advisor.
• A candidate who is an active Christian is required. Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod membership preferred.
• Specialized knowledge and experience with media, equipment, visual communication, studio workflows, design fundamentals, art theory and art history.

Proficiencies-

• Proficient in the use of technology, software applications including Blackboard, Banner, Adobe Products, and related applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing necessary for teaching.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks on sometimes short deadlines.

Special Position Requirements

• Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, assessment, best teaching, and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching.
• Able to communicate professionally with a diverse constituency both on and off campus.
• Committed to an environment of encouragement, teamwork, and excellence within a Christian University.
• Responsible for creating an environment that is consistent with the values of the University and fosters the development of students. This environment is one that is designed to build a positive character and foster Christian faith formation.
• Demonstrate character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality.
• Able to work within a culture of teamwork with emotional stability and positive words/actions.
• Be professional and courteous in dealing with students, families, faculty and staff, and the general public.
• Values and beliefs aligned with The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
• Ability to travel, including overnight and weekend events, for any University related events/activities.
• Ability to maintain driver's certification for University provided vehicles and University-related travel.
• Must follow security policies that correspond to the level of sensitivity of the data they handle.
• Should promptly report any security concerns or incidents to designated personnel.
• Maintain security and patching of personal devices connected to the institutional email.
• Maintain high standards for institutional, staff, faculty, employee, and financial data used for business operations.

Preferences

• Active membership in a Christian congregation is required. Lutheran Church Missouri Synod membership preferred.