Human Resources 2027-28 Assistant Professor of Scenic Design Human Resources Assistant Professor of Scenic Design Overview: Illinois Wesleyan University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Scenic Design(Teaching Track). The start date for this position is August 15, 2027. About the Teaching Track: The teaching track focuses on developing and delivering innovative curricula as well as
contributing to the success of students, the department, and the university. It is a renewable appointment built on consecutive six-year contracts. Typically initial appointments are at the rank of Assistant Professor, with the possibility of promotion to the ranks of Associate Professor and Professor. While not eligible for tenure, appointments on the teaching track are designed to support long-term engagement and
professional growth. Teaching track faculty are eligible for sabbatical following the successful renewal of the initial 6-year contract and every seven years thereafter. Additional benefits for the position include: three course releases to be taken in the first six years of appointment the possibility of modest start-up funds information about internal grant opportunities and external grant development support,
which are available online: Faculty Development About IWU: Founded in 1850, Illinois Wesleyan University is a nationally ranked, small, private undergraduate liberal arts university with highly selective admission criteria and a tradition of teaching excellence emphasizing the integration of the liberal arts and professional education. We are located in Bloomington, IL, a metro area of 190,000 people, which is about
a two or three hour drive from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. We are strongly committed to fostering an environment that values varied perspectives and backgrounds.Responsibilities: The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities listed below, contribute to faculty governance through campus committee service and engage with appropriate professional development. Professional development funding is
available, as is mentoring both within and outside of the department. 8-course teaching load per year, typically Academic advising in the discipline Professional achievement and activity: Teaching track faculty are expected to maintain currency in the profession and pedagogy. While scholarly or artistic achievement is not mandatory, it may help with promotion. Departmental and University service Qualifications: The
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