Assistant Professor, Studio Art

Bradley University; Peoria, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

Life insurance

Disability coverages

Retirement plan options

Tuition remission for employees and/or

Job summary

Bradley University in Peoria, IL invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Studio Art in the Department of Art and Design, to begin Fall 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, an active creative practice, and service to the department, college, and university.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses across diverse disciplines (drawing, printmaking, ceramics, photography, new media,

Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to teach foundational courses.
• Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching or clear potential for teaching excellence.
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses at introductory and advanced levels in one or more disciplines (drawing, printmaking, ceramics, photography, new media, installation art, or sculpture).
• Develop and deliver coursework that emphasizes both traditional and contemporary art practices.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students, including academic advising and portfolio development.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and program planning.
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service, including committees and outreach.

Skills

Foundational courses teaching

Undergraduate teaching

Communication skills

Education

MFA in studio art

Job description

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Full Time-Salary Peoria, IL, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2081

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Bradley University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Studio Art in the Department of Art and Design, to begin Fall of 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, an active and evolving creative practice, and the ability to provide meaningful service to the department, college, and university. The position supports the university’s mission of integrating teaching excellence, creative inquiry, and student mentorship.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to

• Teach a range of undergraduate courses at the introductory and advanced levels in one or more disciplines (such as drawing, printmaking, ceramics, photography, new media, installation art, or sculpture)
• Develop and deliver coursework that emphasizes both traditional and contemporary art practices
• The ability to teach 3D foundations classes is desirable.
• Maintain an active program of creative research appropriate for tenure and promotion
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students, including academic advising and portfolio development
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and program planning
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service, including committees and outreach
• Assist with recruitment, retention, and student exhibitions

Qualifications

Required

• Ability & willingness to teach foundational courses
• MFA in an appropriate studio art discipline
• Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching or clear potential for teaching excellence
• Demonstrated record or strong potential for creative scholarship appropriate to a tenure-track appointment
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered pedagogy
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Working Conditions

• Hands-on work in active studio environments with potential exposure to dust, chemicals, and power tools.

Employment at Bradley University is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here:https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students’ opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

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