Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Art (MFA Art & Social Practice)
- Employer
- Sam Houston State University
- Location
- Huntsville, Texas, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- May 15, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Arts, Art, Humanities, English & Literature, Social Work & Human Services, Social & Behavioral Sciences
- Employment Level
- Non-Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Part Time
Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Art (MFA Art & Social Practice)
Requisition
202400067F
Rank
Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Position Category
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Arts & Media
Department
Dept of Art
Open Date
05/15/2024
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39079
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Britney Ketkoski
Title
Assistant to the Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of Art
Box 2089
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-1315
Contact Email
bketkoski@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for part-time lecturer-pool faculty to teach a course entitled Professional and Social Practice in the MFA in Art & Social Practice program. We are seeking a candidate with the ability to teach 1 class online in Fall 2024. In this course emphasis is placed on grant writing as well as developing proposals for projects and exhibitions that emphasize community engagement and participation. Students in the course will be encouraged to organize and promote public dissemination of their work.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Candidates must possess an MFA or terminal degree in a related field and demonstrate outstanding potential in research and/or creative activity.
Experience Required for the Position
Applicants who work within the field of social practice as artists, curators, and organizers who can provide opportunities to expand students’ professional network are preferred. Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level is preferred.
Other Requirements for the Position
Special Instructions Summary
Applicants should submit the following documents as PDFs:
cover letter
a detailed CV
artist’s statement or description of creative activity
names and contact information of three references
samples of personal work
Official college transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required for finalists for this position.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Art (MFA Art & Social Practice)
Requisition
202400067F
Rank
Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Position Category
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Arts & Media
Department
Dept of Art
Open Date
05/15/2024
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39079
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Britney Ketkoski
Title
Assistant to the Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of Art
Box 2089
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-1315
Contact Email
bketkoski@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for part-time lecturer-pool faculty to teach a course entitled Professional and Social Practice in the MFA in Art & Social Practice program. We are seeking a candidate with the ability to teach 1 class online in Fall 2024. In this course emphasis is placed on grant writing as well as developing proposals for projects and exhibitions that emphasize community engagement and participation. Students in the course will be encouraged to organize and promote public dissemination of their work.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Candidates must possess an MFA or terminal degree in a related field and demonstrate outstanding potential in research and/or creative activity.
Experience Required for the Position
Applicants who work within the field of social practice as artists, curators, and organizers who can provide opportunities to expand students’ professional network are preferred. Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level is preferred.
Other Requirements for the Position
Special Instructions Summary
Applicants should submit the following documents as PDFs:
cover letter
a detailed CV
artist’s statement or description of creative activity
names and contact information of three references
samples of personal work
Official college transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required for finalists for this position.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this position?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
- The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
- Association for Women in Science
- TWC - Work in Texas
- Inside Higher Ed
- Higher Ed Jobs
- HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- SHSU Website
- SHSU Employee
- SHSU Recruiter
- Other
- If your response to the question above was 'SHSU Employee'
please indicate employee's name and department.
(Open Ended Question)
- If your response to the question above was 'Other' please
indicate from what source.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Are you available to teach during the day?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you available to teach during the evening?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
- Media Presentation
- Reference Contact Information
- Teaching Portfolio
- Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
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