Assistant Teaching Professor of Studio Art

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid sick days

10 holidays a year

paid parental leave (6 weeks)

affordable health and dental insurance

retirement benefits

tuition assistance for you and family

Job summary

Ball State University’s School of Art invites applications for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Studio Art to teach undergraduate courses from foundations to senior projects, with a strong emphasis on sculpture. Ideal candidates will be creative teachers, mentors, and collaborators committed to curricular innovation and student success on campus in Muncie, Indiana.

This non-tenure-line role includes a typical four-course load per term, opportunities to teach in other media, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in art, design, or related field by date of appointment.
• One semester of teaching experience at the college level.
• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree is preferred.
• Ability to teach sculpture (woodworking, metalworking, mixed/expanded media) courses at all levels.
• Engagement with contemporary art practices as an artist, designer, and/or educator.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses at all levels (Foundation through senior projects).
• Maintain a four-course (12 hours) load per fall and spring semester.
• Courses scheduled on campus with some online offerings (synchronous or asynchronous).

Skills

Sculpture

Education

Master's degree in art, design, or related field

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Teaching Professor of Studio Art

Compensation: $54,000-$62,000

Department: School of Art

Start Date: 08/15/2027

About this opportunity

The School of Art at Ball State University welcomes applications for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Studio Art to teach undergraduate courses at all levels, from first-year Foundations through senior projects. The ideal candidate will be a creative teacher, thoughtful mentor, and collaborative colleague. We are particularly interested in candidates whose creative practice and teaching experience emphasize sculpture. We also welcome applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: ceramics, metals + jewelry, glass, painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and/or video and new media as our program encourages interdisciplinary exploration. The School of Art has over forty full-time faculty and staff and offers state‑of‑the‑art facilities serving more than 700 undergraduate majors. Programs at the BA, BS, and BFA levels include art education, art history, graphic design, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art program that includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals + jewelry, sculpture, photography, and video and new media. School of Art students enjoy world‑class facilities, with over 73,000 square feet of classroom, gallery, and studio space in the Art and Journalism Building, Applied Technology Building, and the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass. The University’s IT department maintains a shared fabrication lab that provides faculty and students access to a variety of 3D printers and laser cutters. Students and faculty work closely with David Owsley Museum of Art on campus, among the finest university art collections in the nation. Ball State University is accredited by the National Association for Schools of Art and Design. Teaching responsibilities are on campus, in Muncie, Indiana. This position is open until filled with a priority consideration date of January 24, 2027. Candidates submitting application materials on or before this date will receive full consideration. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you’ll do and what you will bring

Description: Non‑tenure-line faculty in the School of Art teach undergraduate courses at all levels, from first‑year Foundations through senior projects. All faculty participate in service at the School, College, and University level and are committed to student success and curricular innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities

The typical course load consists of four courses (12 hours) each fall and spring semester, first‑year Foundations (2D, 3D, 4D, and drawing) and other courses in the instructor’s area of expertise. Courses are generally scheduled on campus, with occasional courses scheduled online, either synchronously or asynchronously.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in art, design, or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.


• One semester of teaching experience at the college level, gained concurrently or at any time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in art, design, or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.


• Ability to teach sculpture (woodworking, metalworking, mixed/expanded media) courses at all levels.


• Engagement with contemporary art practices as an artist, designer, and/or educator.


• One year of teaching experience at the college level.

What we offer

• 12 paid sick days


• 10 holidays a year


• paid parental leave (6 weeks)


• affordable health and dental insurance


• robust long‑term disability and life insurance plans


• range of retirement benefits


• cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you. Let’s fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow. Curious about our excellent benefits package? We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits. Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.

Relocation Program: MakeMyMove

Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid‑sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection. Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university‑related benefits, co‑working options, and community‑building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected. Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

• Up to $5,000 cash for relocation


• Co‑working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector


• Access to the Ball State University Library


• One‑semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University


• Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets


• Help desk for connecting to local resources


• Opportunity for board participation


• Six‑month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status. Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve. Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.

Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly. There are about 3,000 full‑time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state‑of‑the‑art facilities and one‑of‑a‑kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance. People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room G008 2000 University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]