Tenure Track Faculty in Art and Design

western; Gunnison (CO); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Tuition remission for dependents

Zusammenfassung

Western Colorado University’s School of the Arts in Gunnison, CO invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Art and Design. The successful candidate will teach introductory and advanced courses (Drawing, 2D/3D Design, Sculpture, Digital Design, Magazine Production) on campus, with emphasis on student-centered learning and high‑impact practices.

Minimum qualifications include MFA or PhD in Art, Graphic Design, or a closely related field (ABD considered); ability to

Qualifikationen

• MFA or PhD in Art, Graphic Design, or closely related field; ABD would also be considered.
• Ability to teach online and hybrid courses.
• Commitment to undergraduate education, excellence in teaching, and inclusivity.
• Willingness to work with diverse student needs and use technology in instruction.

Aufgaben

• Teach introductory and advanced Art and Design courses (Drawing, 2D/3D Design, Sculpture, Digital Design, Magazine Production).
• Deliver engaging, well-designed courses on campus with a 24 credit hour load per year.
• Engage students in high-impact practices, internships, and community-based learning.
• Contribute to program development and interdisciplinary collaboration within the School of the Arts.

Ausbildung

MFA/PhD in Art or Graphic Design or closely related field

ABD considered

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

The School of the Arts at Western Colorado University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Art and Design. We seek a dynamic teacher-scholar who is committed to student-centered learning, professional preparation, and inclusive, interdisciplinary education. This is an in-person, on-campus position on our vibrant residential campus in Gunnison, Colorado.

The standard teaching load is 24 credit hours per academic year. The successful candidate will deliver engaging, well-designed Art and Design courses, including introductory courses in Art and Design, as well as introductory and advanced courses (Drawing, 2D/3D Design, Sculpture, Digital Design, and Magazine Production). Additionally they may teach other courses aligned with their expertise and departmental needs. We especially value faculty who engage students in high-impact practices such as internships, research, community-based learning, and who participate in our Western Watershed General Education and First-Year Seminar Headwaters courses. We value faculty who work to prepare students for a livelihood based on their values and aid students in gaining post-graduate opportunities.

The recently launched School of the Arts at Western serves approximately 160 students enrolled across six disciplines: art, design, film, music, industrial design, and theatre. It also provides substantial service to the Western Watershed program.

Learn more about Western's School of the Arts here: https://western.edu/department/school-of-the-arts/

Please note: Western is unable to sponsor work authorization for this position.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Please direct questions to Tina Butterfield at [phone]; email: [e-mail].

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• An MFA or PhD in Art, Graphic Design, or closely related field; ABD would also be considered. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education, excellence in teaching, and willingness to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of all students. Candidates must also be able to use technology in instructional delivery, including ability to teach online and hybrid courses. Collegiality and professional flexibility are sought in the successful candidate.

Preferred qualifications

• Preference given to candidates with 3 years full time teaching experience in Art or Design
• Professional and/or teaching experience in art foundation courses (2D, 3D, Drawing, Design)
• Professional or college teaching experience in sculpture
• Professional or college teaching experience in Graphic Design courses (Digital Design and Magazine Production)
• Interest in interdisciplinary and innovative curriculum development and teaching
• To be considered for the Associate level, applicants must demonstrate experience with program administration and growth, curriculum development, recruitment, retention, advising, and experience with developing professional/industry partnerships for student internships and career connections. Further, preference will be given to applicants with these experiences in addition to their professional art making experience.

Salary/Benefits

$55,000-$58,000 (Assistant Professor) or $65,000 - $68,000 (Associate Professor) annualized salary. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.

Start Date

August 16, 2027

Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western's faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit http://www.western.edu