One-year Visiting Assistant Professor in Printmaking
Colby College

One-year Visiting Assistant Professor in Printmaking

Location:
Colby College, Waterville, Maine
Open Date:
Oct 10, 2024
Description:

The Department of Art at Colby College invites applications for a one-year sabbatical replacement position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning fall 2025. A completed M.F.A., a minimum of two years teaching experience at the college level, and an active record of creative scholarship are required. Four-course teaching load will consist of all levels of the traditional printmaking curriculum, which can include copper plate intaglio, relief, lithography, and monotype. Our preference will be toward candidates who also work and teach in one or more of the following related areas: digital printmaking and book arts. We also expect candidates to be well versed in and committed to using "green" methods and materials. Our facilities include a traditional printmaking studio, a bindery, and a dedicated library of art and music.

A completed M.F.A., a minimum of two years teaching experience at the college level, and an active record of creative scholarship are required. 

Applicants should submit all the following materials this Interfolio link: http://apply.interfolio.com/156948

•         cover letter (addressed to Professor Véronique Plesch, department chair);
•         curriculum vitae;
•         three confidential letters of recommendation;
•         statement of teaching philosophy and research interests that demonstrates a commitment to equitable and inclusive        teaching;
•         two syllabi (one introductory level, one advanced)
•         20 examples of personal work and 20 examples of recent student work.

Applications submitted by January 1, 2025 will receive full consideration.

Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes personnel decisions on the basis of the individual's qualifications to contribute to Colby's educational objectives and institutional needs. The principle of not discriminating on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, caste, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, political beliefs, veteran or military status, parental status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability unrelated to the job or course of study requirements is consistent with the mission of a liberal arts college and the law.