University of Arizona · 1 day ago
Assistant Professor, Interdisciplinary Artist/Designer (T/TE)
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Arizona is inviting applications for an interdisciplinary artist or designer to join their School of Art. The successful candidate will engage in teaching, curriculum development, and mentorship while contributing to a strong research agenda that aligns with the school's mission.
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Responsibilities
Teach two 3-credit courses per semester
Contribute to curriculum development that reflects current and emerging professional practices in the field
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in support of their artistic, academic, and professional growth
Collaborate effectively with colleagues across diverse backgrounds and disciplines
Participate in faculty governance and service at the program, school, college, university, and professional levels
Engage in outreach, student advising, recruitment, and other activities that strengthen student engagement, increase variety, and cultivate partnerships with community collaborators
Develop and sustain a strong research agenda supported by an active creative practice
Qualification
Required
MFA, PhD, or equivalent terminal degree in Sculpture, Animation, Design, Digital Media, Interdisciplinary Art, or a related field by the start date
Evidence of an active creative research practice with an interdisciplinary emphasis
Experience teaching at the college or university level
Proficiency with fabrication-related industry-standard software and equipment (e.g., Maya, Blender, laser cutting, CNC tools, standard woodshop equipment, metal fabrication, welding)
Ability to situate creative research within an AAU/R1 research university ecosystem
Skilled and familiarity with metal and wood fabrication, foundry work, and digital fabrication methods
Knowledge of expanded and interdisciplinary approaches to contemporary art and design
Ability to shape a forward-looking curriculum that integrates artistic rigor, conceptual exploration, and cross-disciplinary collaboration
Ability to commit to cultivating a culture of collaboration, creativity, integration, and community engagement
Preferred
Experience mentoring and teaching graduate students
Experience in curriculum development and program growth
Demonstrated success in collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Sick leave and holidays
U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Retirement plans
Access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
And more!
Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
Founded in 1885
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
Leadership Team
Chad Herzog
Associate Vice President, Arizona Arts
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