"Visual Arts and Media, Adjunct"

Location 

Alliance, OH

Job Type

Faculty - Adjunct

Job Number

2024-00249

Department

Academic Affairs

Division

Adjuncts

Opening Date

04/11/2024

Description

The Department of Visual Arts & Media at the University of Mount Union invites applications for adjunct teaching positions in its undergraduate Art program starting fall semester 2024. These are part-time, non-tenured positions. 

We are seeking vibrant MFA graduates and/or working artist with a wealth of experience in either Illustration or Photography to join our campus next academic year. As an adjunct professor or professional in residence, this role requires a creative individual who can enhance campus life through their unique qualifications, industry connections, and a passion for engaging students in exciting and meaningful ways.

Review of applications will begin on May 17, 2024.

Responsibilities

Adjunct faculty and professionals in residence will work primarily under direction of the Chair of the Department of Visual Arts & Media along with other Art faculty.

Responsibilities include: 

• Develop and teach courses in the Art program, sharing industry expertise and insights.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance curriculum and student learning experiences.
• Mentor students, providing guidance on academic and career paths.
• Cultivate relationships with professionals in relevant fields to create networking opportunities for students.
• Stay updated on industry trends and developments to ensure curriculum relevance.
• Provide instruction in accordance with University and Departmentally defined policies.
• Maintain office hours and communicate with students on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain accurate electronic records as per University, College, and School program requirements.
• Submit all records as required.
• Participate in training and technologies as necessary to facilitate course delivery.
• Hires are required to complete assigned compliance training as communicated by the University.

Qualifications

• M.F.A. in a discipline relevant to the area is preferred, but someone with a BFA and significant professional experience would also be considered. 
• Current areas of need:

1. Illustration (Fall 24)
2. Photo I (Fall 24)
3. Photo II (Spring 25)

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience working in the area of specialization.
• Previous teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Demonstrated success in the field, such as awards, publications, or exhibitions.
• Strong network of contacts in the relevant industry.
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and professional practice.

1. Knowledge of, and use of Adobe Creative Suite
2. Knowledge of, and use of Learning Management Systems (specifically D2L Brightspace).

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and the arts.
• Online courses will be considered for exceptional candidates with previous online teaching experience.

Descriptive Information

The University of Mount Union is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Mount Union prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability, or genetic information in student admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or employment as now or may hereafter be required by University policy and federal or state law.

Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, & official transcripts. Clearly indicate in your cover letter, the discipline (s) in which you would be interested in teaching. Please contact the Chair for Visual Arts & Media, Dr. Adelina Cooper, cooperls@mountunion.edu with any questions. Select adjuncts from the pool will be contracted on a semester-by-semester basis. Qualified candidates will remain in the applicant pool for future opportunities that match their qualifications.

The University of Mount Union, a private Midwestern institution founded in 1846, offers a rigorous and relevant academic program that is grounded in the liberal arts tradition. Mount Union’s more than 2,300 students can select from 56 broad-based and career specific undergraduate majors as well as master’s programs in physician assistant studies and education and a doctoral program in physical therapy. Known for its academic excellence and personal approach, the institution boasts a 13:1 student-faculty ratio and a curriculum delivered by dedicated faculty members, 87% of whom hold terminal degrees in their fields.

Since 2005, nearly $110 million has been invested in the construction and renovation of modern facilities including a recreation center, apartment-style housing options, health, and medical sciences facility, and performing arts center. Primarily residential in nature, Mount Union’s picturesque 123-acre campus is located in Alliance, OH (Population 23,000), within 80 miles of both Cleveland and Pittsburgh. The 162-acre Huston-Brumbaugh Nature Center is located six miles away. The University’s endowment is in excess of $141 million. The University strives to make its exceptional educational experience accessible to students of all financial backgrounds. Its increasingly diverse campus community benefits from a student-centered approach and array of activities for cultural, civic, and social development. Students experience outstanding opportunities for success after graduation, both in the workforce and in graduate study. For more information, visit www.mountunion.edu