Assistant Professor of Ceramics

Xavier University of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of Ceramics, starting Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate ceramics courses, explore diverse processes, and develop an active program of creative research through exhibitions, residencies, lectures, or grants.

The role includes mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, recruitment, and service to the department and university; duties also cover safe studio

Formación

• Teach undergraduate ceramics courses ranging from introductory to advanced
• Explore a broad range of ceramic processes
• Develop and maintain an active program of creative research and professional practice
• Mentor and advise students on artistic practices and portfolios
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment
• Engage in interdisciplinary teaching and collaboration across departments

Responsabilidades

• Teach undergraduate ceramics courses from introductory to advanced levels
• Develop and maintain an active program of creative research through exhibitions, residencies, lectures, grants, or other forms
• Mentor and advise students in artistic practice, portfolios, and exhibition opportunities
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment within the department
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities for art majors
• Promote safe studio practices and responsible use of facilities

Conocimientos

Ceramics

Teaching

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Descripción del empleo

The Department of Art and Performance Studies at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of Ceramics, beginning Fall 2027. We seek an accomplished artist and dedicated educator whose creative practice, teaching, and service will contribute to the continued development of Xavier’s visual arts program.

Duties

• Teach undergraduate ceramics courses ranging from introductory courses for non-majors to intermediate and advanced courses for art majors;
• Teach a broad range of ceramic processes and approaches, which may include wheel throwing, handbuilding, sculpture, mold making, surface development, glaze formulation, kiln firing, and experimental or interdisciplinary ceramic practices;
• Develop and maintain an active program of creative research and professional practice demonstrated through exhibitions, publications, residencies, lectures, conferences, grants, or other appropriate forms of professional activity;
• Mentor and advise students in the development of their artistic practices, portfolios, professional goals, graduate-school preparation, and exhibition opportunities;
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment within the Department of Art and Performance Studies;
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities for art majors and contribute to the development of opportunities that connect students with artists, galleries, museums, cultural organizations, and professional communities;
• Contribute to the operation, development, and safe use of ceramics facilities, equipment, kilns, materials, and studio spaces;
• Promote responsible studio practices, including appropriate health, safety, environmental, and material-use procedures;
• Engage in interdisciplinary teaching and collaboration across the Department of Art and Performance Studies, the Division of Fine Arts and Humanities, and the broader University; community;
• Participate in exhibitions, visiting-artist programs, workshops, lectures, student activities, and other initiatives that strengthen the University’s arts community;
• Provide service to the department, division, university, profession, and community;
• Contribute to Xavier University’s mission of preparing students for leadership and service and of promoting a more just and humane society;
• The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester with additional expectations for creative research and professional activity, advising, and service.