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adjunct Professor of Art in Graphic Design - Interactive Media:University of Memphis

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adjunct Professor of Art in Graphic Design - Interactive Media

 

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Posting Number: FAE1325
Advertised Title: adjunct Professor of Art in Graphic Design - Interactive Media
Campus Job location: Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number: 002983
Job Category: Full-Time Faculty
Department: Art
Position Summary: The University of Memphis Department of Art is seeking a tenure-track faculty member committed to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with a primary focus in digital design, with strong practice in UI/UX design and HTML/PHP/CSS/JavaScript. Comprehensive knowledge of user research, participatory design, prototyping, and user testing are preferred. The candidate will be responsible for teaching three courses per semester and should have knowledge of current and emerging technologies in media and have a strong background in design theory and history. Strong consideration will be given to candidates who also demonstrate knowledge and sensitivity to design aesthetics and typography. Other tasks will include advising graphic design students, developing curricula, superviseing student internships, engaging in professional activities, and participating in department and college-wide service. The accomplishments of candidates for this position must reflect their commitment to working with an inclusive student population, and their capability to contribute in significant ways to the diversity and intercultural academic goals of the university.

Minimum Position Appropriate qualifications: Candidates must hold an MFA/MGD/MDes or appropriate terminal degree and should be professionally active with a record of creative achievements. Previous teaching practice at the college level is preferred. Candidates must be proficient with the Macintosh platform and current/emerging software and programming languages for creating interactive media.

Special Conditions: The University of Memphis is a research institution in the urban south situated in a city well known for a uniquely rich cultural legacy in the arts. The College of Communication and Fine Arts is comprised of the Architecture, Art, Communication, Journalism, and Theatre and Dance departments, the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music, and The Art Museum of the University of Memphis (AMUM). The Department of Art also features The Martha and Robert Fogelman Galleries of Contemporary Art. The Department of Art is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.

The Department of Art offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, and Master of Fine Arts degrees in various fine arts concentrations as well as a Master of Arts degree in Art History and a Master of Arts in Teaching in Art Education. There are approximately 458 art majors taught by 22 full time arts faculty. The Department is also served by five professional staff. more information about the Department of Art and The University of Memphis is available on the following websites: www.memphis.edu/art and www.memphis.edu.

Posting Date: 10/25/2021
Closing Date: 12/31/2021
Open Until Screening Begins: No
Hiring Range: income is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and practice.
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Special Instructions to candidates: Candidates should go to https://workforum.memphis.edu to submit an application. Candidate must upload PDFs of the following: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Philosophy, Sample Syllabus, one PDF including 20 Recent Works, and one PDF including 20 Student Works. Candidates will also submit email addresses for three reference providers. Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2021 and may continue until position is filled.

Gary Golightly
Chair/Graphic Design Search Committee
Department of Art
200 Art & Communication Building
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN 38152-3380
Email address: gglghtly@memphis.edu

Instructions to Applicant regarding references:
Is this posting for UofM employees only?: No

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
   » Cover Letter
   » Curriculum Vitae
   » Teaching Philosophy
   » Other Document 1
   » Other Document 2
   » Other Document 3
   » References List Optional Documents

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Job Location: Memphis, Tennessee
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Post Date: 11/07/2024 / Viewed 667 times
Contact Information
Company: University of Memphis
Contact Email: gglghtly@memphis.edu


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