This Position is for an Instructional Assistant Professor of Art, Digital Media with a public university work location in University, MS.

Position Description

The Department of Art & Art History at The University of Mississippi invites applications for an Instructional Assistant Professor of Art, Digital Media beginning August 22, 2024. This permanent full-time, non-tenure-track, position requires an MFA in Studio Art, or other terminal degree in a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates will possess a commitment and ability to teach a combination of Digital Foundations, including Digital Imaging (Art 201), and others in the Expanded Media track based on the candidate's experience. In addition to teaching a 2/2 load, this individual will handle the management and oversight of analog and digital facilities used by the Imaging Arts, Digital Media, and Graphic Design areas. This includes providing clear, consistent and transparent communication between all faculty teaching in these spaces, maintaining updated inventory systems, overseeing equipment & equipment management systems, recruiting, managing and training student monitors, implementing and overseeing health and safety protocols, and more.

Candidates will work with undergraduate non-majors and majors in the BA in Art, the BFA in Art, as well as with graduate students pursuing the MFA in Studio Art. The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching courses at both the lower and upper division, providing management and oversight to the departmental computer and imaging arts labs, mentoring students, and performing service appropriate to the position including recruitment, facilities management, and participation in shared governance. The Department of Art & Art History offers a BA and BFA in Studio Art, BA in Art History and MFA in Studio Art. The University of Mississippi, which has been recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education for twelve consecutive years as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, is located in Oxford, MS, ranked as one of the "Top 10 Best College Towns".

Recognize the importance of a diverse faculty and a supportive educational and professional environment that affirms the value of cultural diversity. Strongly encourage applications from candidates who are traditionally underrepresented in academia and from all candidates who are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community.

More information about the University's Pathways to Equity: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan may be found at https://chancellor.olemiss.edu/pathways-to-equity/.

The Equity-in-Action Plan for the College of Liberal Arts may be found at https://dce.olemiss.edu/equity-in-action-plans/college-of-liberal-arts/.

The Department of Art & Art History's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion may be found at https://art.olemiss.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/.

Position Details

Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

This permanent full-time, non-tenure-track, position requires an MFA in Studio Art, or other terminal degree in a related field at the time of appointment.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding e ual opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.