VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN VISUAL ART EDUCATION

THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN VISUAL ART EDUCATION

The Department of Visual Art (KU) seeks outstanding applicants for a one-year, non-tenure track, Visiting Assistant Professor position in Visual Art Education to begin as early as August 18, 2017. Subject to budget, satisfactory performance, and the needs of the department, the position may be renewed for an additional 1-2 years. Candidates must have a terminal degree in Art Education or a closely-related field from an accredited university, expected by the start date of the appointment. A strong and broad preparation of art education (e.g., curriculum, research methods, and the philosophical foundations of the field), demonstrated experience teaching art in the public schools, and demonstrated ability for high potential in research and publications are required.

The University of Kansas is especially interested in hiring faculty members who can contribute to the climate of diversity in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and to four key campus-wide strategic initiatives: (1) Sustaining the Planet, Powering the World; (2) Promoting Well-Being, Finding Cures; (3) Building Communities, Expanding Opportunities; and (4) Harnessing Information, Multiplying Knowledge. For more information, see: http://www.provost.ku.edu/strategic-plan/initiatives.

For a complete announcement and to apply online, go to: https://employment.ku.edu/academic/9003BR . A complete online application includes the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references. For additional information about the position, please contact: Professor Mary Anne Jordan, Chair, Department of Visual Art, University of Kansas, majordan@ku.edu. Initial review of applications will begin June 18, 2017 and will continue as long as needed to identify a qualified pool.

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