JOB TITLE Teaching Professor of Studio Arts LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Department of Humanities and Arts at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) invites applications for a Teaching Professor of Studio Arts (non-tenure track) at the rank of Assistant or Associate, beginning in August 2027. The Teaching Professor
track at WPI is a full-time faculty position and affords the possibility of reappointment and promotion. We seek candidates grounded in traditional studio art practices who also engage with contemporary technological tools and methods. We are looking for an excellent teacher whose primary responsibilities include instructing courses for first- and second-year students, such as Essentials of Art and Topics in Studio
Art, as well as more advanced classes in areas such as figurative studies and thematic inquiry. Experience in curriculum development is preferred, as there will be opportunities to rethink our current offerings and develop new ones based on student needs and faculty expertise. The position also involves establishing and cultivating relationships with local art organizations and institutions. Activities will take
place in our newly opened art studio, so candidates should be able to help supervise and manage facilities and programming. We seek those who prioritize accessibility, sustainability, health, and safety. JOB DESCRIPTION Job responsibilities: Teach 8 courses per academic year: two courses per 7-week term (2 terms per semester) Advise student projects Contribute to the initiatives of the Humanities and Arts Department
and the University. Qualifications: Ph.D. or MFA in Studio Arts or a closely related field Three years of successful classroom teaching and advising experience at the university level Record of exhibition and/or projects including exhibition development experience Skills teaching a variety of studio media As part of your application, please submit: Cover letter that describes interests, values, and practices as an
artist, scholar, and teacher CV that includes academic and professional experience, as well as the names and contact information of three professional references A statement of teaching philosophy A PDF portfolio of professional work includes 15-20 high-quality images with information about each work including title, date, size, and medium (limit PDF to 30 mb) A PDF portfolio of student works of 15-20 high-quality
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