The Department of Art & Design seeks applicants for a full-time, Lecturer position in Ceramics, beginning August 1, 2027. The selected candidate will teach courses in ceramics and foundations.
APPLICATION PROCESS
An online application is required. Applicants will be required to attach the following to their online application:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Cover letter addressing qualifications, history of teaching and student mentorship.
- Contact information for three professional references, as well as letters of recommendation if available, uploaded together as one pdf.
- Statement of teaching philosophy.
- Professional and Student portfolio.
- Transcripts for all degrees earned.
For full consideration, submit completed application by October 20, 2026. For more information contact Ms. Abigail Heuss, Art & Design Department Head, via email awheuss@valdosta.edu or phone: 229-245-3784.
Responsibilities
This faculty member will be tasked with maintaining the ceramics tools and studio as well as responsible stewardship of shared teaching and studio spaces.
The successful candidate will have a 4/4 teaching load and engage in student mentoring, recruitment, course management, and community engagement. Lecturers at VSU are responsible for participating in service at the department, college, and university levels.
Typical Allocation of Duties:
Teaching and Service - 100%
Teach classes and meet assigned service obligations.
Required Qualifications
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Terminal degree (M.F.A.) in ceramics or related field by appointment date.
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Knowledge of skills and practices in ceramics, and ability to teach a variety of ceramics techniques.
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Ability to operate and maintain ceramics equipment and facilities.
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Understanding of industry-standard safety practices and protocols.
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Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting.
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A record of effective teaching.
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Ability to work with all levels of undergraduate students.
Preferred Qualifications
- A record of mentoring students.
- Ability to manage and track a materials budget.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission, or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.