Professor of the Practice — Drawing or Painting

Tufts University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SMFA at Tufts University seeks a Professor of the Practice in drawing or painting to begin September 1, 2027. The position emphasizes excellence in drawing, with openness to painting and expanded approaches, and a commitment to cross-disciplinary pedagogy within Tufts’ broader arts framework.

The candidate should show potential for academic leadership and contribute to teaching, research, and studio practice within SMFA’s cross-disciplinary structure.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in drawing or painting and ability to teach at various levels.
• Experience with cross-disciplinary curriculum and interdisciplinarity within art education.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curricula in drawing or painting across undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Provide academic leadership and collaborate with colleagues on program development and governance.

Skills

Drawing

Painting

Job description

SMFA at Tufts University seeks a Professor of the Practice in drawing or painting to begin September 1, 2027. The position emphasizes excellence in drawing, with openness to painting and expanded approaches, and a commitment to cross-disciplinary pedagogy within Tufts’ broader arts framework.

The candidate should show potential for academic leadership and contribute to teaching, research, and studio practice within SMFA’s cross-disciplinary structure.