University of Arkansas is hiring: Visiting Assistant Professor of Photography in

Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department:School of Art Studio ArtDepartment's Website:https://art.uark.edu/Summary of Job Duties:The School of Art in the Fulbright College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a non-tenure track up to three-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Art (Photography) to start in August 2025. Beyond the primary role in Photography, the position may also contribute to teaching and service within the School of Art's Foundations program, which serves a broader student population pursuing degrees in Studio Art, Graphic Design, and Art Education.Our hope is to draw applicants at any career level post-MFA-emerging, mid-career, or established artists and educators-who are active in the field and ready to contribute their unique insights to our learning environment.Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Job Duties will include:40% - Teaching40% - Research20% - ServiceAbout the Photography Area:Photography at the University of Arkansas School of Art combines practice in traditional & contemporary photographic processes with conceptual development, inspiring students to become innovative & critically engaged artists. In addition, in 2017, the School of Art also received a $40 million gift from the Windgate Foundation to develop and build a new Studio Art and Graphic Design facility. The MA degree in Art History of the Americas launched this Fall 2023.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:With submitted materials, the candidate must demonstrateMaster of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in Studio Art, Photography, or equivalent terminal degree conferred by the start of employmentA research record and portfolio of work that demonstrates either promise, active practice, or sustained practice in the field of photographyAt least one year of teaching experience and demonstrated classroom competency with a commitment to exceptional teaching and mentoring for allPreferred Qualifications:Strong evidence of an active creative studio research practice and exhibition recordExperience in interdisciplinary, transdisciplinary, and cross-campus collaborationsDemonstrated experience and/or research in photographic futures, new technology, and an expanded photographic practice. At least three years of evaluations as instructor of record illustrating high quality teaching effectiveness required to be considered for a renewable three-year merit-based appointment.Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.Annual Salary/Benefits Package: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community.