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Assistant Professor Art

Job ID : 280470

Location : Statesboro, Georgia

Full / Part Time : Full Time

Regular / Temporary : Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral / R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical / urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

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Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus

1332 Southern Drive

Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting , the central mission of The Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art (BFSDoArt) is to develop students'both majors and non-majors'into critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, compassionate human beings, and life-long learners. With a focus on professional practice and leadership through creative activity, the BFSDoArt provides students with innovative curricula incorporating relevant technologies and interdisciplinary approaches to educate students with the requisite technical skills and theoretical knowledge for competitive and successful careers as professional artists, art historians, and designers. The BFSDoArt offers interactions with visiting artists and scholars, and a diverse exhibition schedule in our state-of-the-art Center for Art and Theatre galleries. Scholarship, internship, and travel abroad opportunities are also available in our ongoing commitment to the development of a well-rounded future world citizen whose creative research recognizes both aesthetic issues and global awareness.

Job Summary

Reporting to the BFSDoArt Department Chair, the Assistant Professor position requires teaching experience in 3D Foundation studio art courses and Drawing 1. Department service responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following : assisting chair and Foundations Director with the administration of the 3D Foundation courses, Foundations governance, and 3D curriculum development; working with the chair and dean to oversee 3D foundation course budgets, including development and implementation; helping in the development of a strategic plan for the Foundations program; assisting chair and Foundations director to coordinate, supervise and evaluate GA's and TA's within the department through class observations, review of student evaluations, and review of contributions to the department goals; working with the admissions department to recruit talented undergraduate students to Georgia Southern; and teaching in the graduate program as needed.

Required Qualifications

Earned MFA in Studio ART or a closely related art and design field by August 1, 2025

3 years as the Instructor of Record for 3D foundation courses including : 3D Design, 3D Digital Foundations, Drawing, and / or related studio Foundation art courses.

Proficiency in traditional and digital fabrication tools and techniques, including 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC plasma cutting, and related software (e.g., Rhino, Fusion 360, Blender, or other relevant programs).

Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.

Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.

Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research / creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Curriculum development experience, especially in integrating traditional and digital fabrication techniques into foundational art and design courses.

Experience managing or maintaining a digital fabrication lab or makerspace, including equipment troubleshooting and inventory management.

Experience developing and implementing a 3D Foundations curriculum

University-level administrative experience

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; a digital portfolio of (10) labeled examples of professional work and (10) examples of students' work, collected into one PDF or PPT file; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and / or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Screening of applications begins February 3, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2025.

Contact Information

Matthew Mogle, Search Chair

Georgia Southern University

Electronic mail : Telephone :

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at policymanual / section6 / C2653.

Conditions of Employment

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information about the institution is available through or art / . The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources : .

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

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