Sculpture, Full-time Lecturer

Posting Details

Working Title Sculpture, Full-time Lecturer Department School of the Arts Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Position Number Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence.

Purpose of Position

The Visual Arts program in the School of the Arts ( SOTA ) at Northern Kentucky University invites applications for a 9 month, full-time temporary lecturer position in Sculpture (non-tenure track temporary). Sculpture is part of the Spatial Arts area that offers an approach to art-making which is media diverse and emphasizes both technical skills and conceptual development. The Visual Arts program offers BA and BFA degrees in Studio Art. The position begins August 16, 2021 with classes to begin on August 23. We are seeking a dedicated educator-scholar to teach in our dynamic, profession-oriented program. A successful candidate should be knowledgeable and proficient in traditional sculpture, contemporary / interdisciplinary approaches and embrace the expanding fields of sculpture. 

Established in 1968, NKU is a 15,000-student, nationally recognized, growing metropolitan university located seven miles from downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. Greater Cincinnati is a hub for the arts such as the Cincinnati Art Museum, Contemporary Arts Center, 21c Museum Hotel with a vibrant arts scene including notable galleries. Cincinnati offers an outstanding quality of life, a dynamic arts community, and an affordable cost of living. NKU is committed to active engagement with the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati region of over two million people.

The Visual Arts, Music, and Theatre + Dance programs make up the School of the Arts that sit in the College of Arts and Sciences at Northern Kentucky University. The Visual Arts Program offers a unique and challenging opportunity for aspiring artists and designers who seek professional training in the arts. All programs of study share a fundamental commitment to the premise that for the next generation of creative artists and educators to face the challenges of the 21st century they must be equipped with the creative and intellectual tools to succeed. Visual Arts Program has 19 full-time faculty and 4 full-time staff that embrace a comprehensive hands-on approach of working with materials and techniques while developing critical thinking skills related to the various visual arts disciplines and studio training. In addition, our NKU Art Galleries serve as a premier venue for the exhibition of high-quality artworks from regional, national, and international artists as well as a creative forum for students, the campus community, and region.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of this position are to teach three undergraduate level sculpture courses per semester and share oversight of curriculum; maintain creative/professional achievement; service to the university, and community.

Additional responsibilities include student mentoring, sculpture studio management, portfolio/senior show reviews, and providing direction and guidance for advancing the University’s strategic priorities of inclusive excellence, student retention, and graduation. Spatial Arts is located in a dedicated facility that includes a state of the art wood shop, metal shop, and foundry. Also housed in the facility are wheel throwing and hand building areas, a glaze room, clay mixing room, and kilns. The spatial arts area has a full-time shop technician/project coordinator to assist students and faculty in the use of facilities and equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include an M.F.A. in sculpture or its equivalent, an active professional creative practice including a strong exhibition record, demonstrated knowledge of sculpture techniques, and well versed in contemporary / historical practice. The position includes opportunities to shape curricula and be part of a team of committed colleagues and dedicated students.

College-level teaching experience preferred.

Applicants should clearly demonstrate strengths and technical experience in the afore-mentioned areas of expertise. To apply, submit the following items electronically to https://jobs.nku.edu (may either include a link to a URL or submit PDF attachments 7MB maximum for each item):

1) Cover Letter (outlining qualifications)

2) CV

3) Names and Contact Information of 3 references

4) Diversity Statement*

5) Artist Statement / Research Interests

6) Portfolio of Professional Work (20 images of personal work with image list)

7) Teaching Philosophy

8) Portfolio of Student Work (20 images of student work with image list)

*The diversity statement should provide the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional career. (In line with the University’s Affirmative Action Policy, candidates are not expected to disclose their identity or membership either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. Demographic information is solicited through the application process; however, those data are confidential and are not provided to members of the search committee.)

Any candidate who is offered a position at NKU will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. Questions regarding the use of the website should be directed to the Human Resources Department at jobs@nku.edu.

Questions regarding the nature of the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Brad McCombs, Visual Arts Program Head, via email: mccombsr1@nku.edu.

Suggested application deadline

Review of applications will begin on June 27, 2021 and continue until the position has been filled. (For full consideration we encourage applications before or on June 27.)

For additional information on NKU, visit nku.edu and art.nku.edu

Minimum Education MFA Preferred Education MFA
Requisition Number 2021F542 Job Open Date 06/07/2021 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/10419 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. References
4. Diversity Statement
5. Artist Statement
6. Portfolio of Professional Work
7. Teaching Philosophy
8. Portfolio of Student Work

Optional Documents