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adjunct Professor:Lamar UniversityJob description:adjunct ProfessorPlease see Special Instructions for more details.Application Instructions:» Interested candidates should submit the following materials through Lamar University's HR Portal. Application review will begin immediately with a preferred application deadline of Nov. 1, 2024; however, applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. » Cover letter » Curriculum vitae » Teaching statement describing teaching approach and philosophy » Artist's statement » Names and contact information of 3 references » One course syllabus designed by the candidate » Student work examples as a PDF (9MB or less), include 15-20 examples; » Personal portfolio examples as a PDF (9MB or less), with images of 20 representative artworks, including titles, dates, materials, and significant details; include a link to a website (preferably Vimeo) for samples of the applicant's time-located work » Optional additional support materials as a PDF (9MB or less) that candidate deems appropriate.
Position DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 2022137 Classification Title: Position Title: adjunct Professor FTE: 1.0 FLSA: income: Commensurate Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: Lamar University's Department of Art & Design is seeking a Tenure-Track Position in Photography & Digital Media to be filled immediately. Responsibilities include: teaching introductory and advanced photography and related courses; advising and serving on Photography undergraduate student thesis committees; collaborating with faulty to provide leadership abilities in curriculum, equipment, and facilities development for Photography program; serving on department, college and university committees; and other responsibilities as assigned by the department chair. What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities: » Teaching and related activities » Research and creative activities » Service and related activities Key Competencies: » capability to teach all standard Photography & Lens-located media courses; Adobe Creative Cloud apps; expertise of Macintosh platforms. capability to collaborate with faculty on curricula. Commitment to teaching and mentoring photography students for professional development. Physical Requirements: » Lift 50 pounds Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Qualifications (Education & practice): » MFA in Photography » MFA in Photography; skills and professional practice in lens-located media; record of professional and creative accomplishment; capability to teach both chemical & digital photography & lens-located courses including foundational, intermediate, and advanced undergraduate courses in chemical and digital lens-located photography, as well as serving on Undergraduate Thesis Committees. Should demonstrate a solid grasp of contemporary lens-located media and the latest digital technologies significant to the field. In addition, a commitment to innovative research and engagement with current issues in contemporary photography, including its evolving forms, is essential. All faculty members are expected to maintain an active exhibition record, demonstrate commitment to teaching excellence and student success, and contribute to departmental and university service. In addition, the position responsibilities include collaborative engagement within the department and university, and providing leadership abilities in curriculum, equipment, and facilities development for our undergraduate photography program, serving on department, college and university committees. Other responsibilities may also be assigned by the department chair. The studio teaching load is 3/3 (the studio lecture/lab contact hour equivalency of the university's required 4/4 lecture load). In some cases, courses may be stacked to meet enrollment requirements. Preferred Qualifications (Education & practice): » We seek candidates that should be engaged at the forefront of contemporary photography and video, demonstrating an active exhibition record with potential for national and international recognition. A commitment to innovative research and engagement with current issues in contemporary photography, including its evolving forms, is essential. Some teaching practice at the undergraduate level is preferred. Commitment to teaching excellence and student success is essential. The capability to teach foundation courses such as 2D design or Art Appreciation will be considered a plus. Certification Required: Key Competencies: Physical Requirements: Work Hours: Job Conditions: EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's PListing reference: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Lamar Expectation of Quality: Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests. Essential Functions Posting Detail Information Open Date: 09/17/2024 Close Date: 02/03/2025 Special Instructions to candidates: Application Instructions: » Interested candidates should submit the following materials through Lamar University's HR Portal. Application review will begin immediately with a preferred application deadline of Nov. 1, 2024; however, applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. » Cover letter » Curriculum vitae » Teaching statement describing teaching approach and philosophy » Artist's statement » Names and contact information of 3 references » One course syllabus designed by the candidate » Student work examples as a PDF (9MB or less), include 15-20 examples; » Personal portfolio examples as a PDF (9MB or less), with images of 20 representative artworks, including titles, dates, materials, and significant details; include a link to a website (preferably Vimeo) for samples of the applicant's time-located work » Optional additional support materials as a PDF (9MB or less) that candidate deems appropriate. Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting: https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/14683 Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a MFA in Photography? » Yes » No Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents» Unofficial Transcript 1 » Curriculum Vitae » Statement of Teaching Philosophy » Cover Letter » List of References » Portfolio of Professional Work » Portfolio of Student Work Examples » Course Syllabus » Artist Statement Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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