Emory University seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, as part of a multi-year initiative to build our program offerings in the visual arts. This position will teach in Emory’s Visual Arts Program, which is housed in the Department of Film and Media in Emory College of Arts and Sciences. We are searching for an artist to help conceptualize and implement a painting curriculum for undergraduate students. We are particularly interested in an individual whose creative practice and research engages with vital concerns across the College, including but not limited to the other arts, the social and natural sciences, environmental studies, the nature of representation, social justice, and AI. Successful candidates will have an established record or trajectory of excellence in college or university teaching and a record or trajectory for creative work that is nationally and/or internationally recognized via peer-reviewed (juried/curated) exhibitions, awards, and/or publications. Successful Candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity evidenced by interests, accomplishments, initiatives, and training withing the broader theme of diversity and inclusion. The candidate will each teach two courses per semester in areas that complement our current strengths in photography, sculpture, drawing, and printmaking. They will also be invited to develop new courses that reflect their research and practice. Emory College of Arts and Sciences is a liberal arts college within a top-ranked research university located in the southeastern hub of Atlanta, GA. In addition to the Visual Arts Program, Emory’s Department of Film and Media offers a minor and a major in Film and Media, and a media production minor.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- MFA or other terminal degree in visual arts or a related discipline
- Established and active practice with a professional exhibition record
- Record or trajectory of excellence in teaching at the college level
Emory College of Art and Sciences Faculty Responsibilities are outlined here: http://college.emory.edu/faculty/documents/faculty/faculty-responsibilities.pdf
Application Instructions:
To apply, submit:
- A letter of application
- CV
- Names and email addresses of three references
- a statement that describes your experience and vision regarding the teaching and mentoring of students of diverse backgrounds that also speaks to your areas of interest and development within the broader theme of pedagogy, that demonstrate thought and engagement with teaching
- Research / Artist Statement
- Personal portfolio of no more than 20 images, uploaded as a single PDF document.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a portfolio of student work as well as sample syllabi.
Review of applications begins December 6; all applications received through December 6 will be given full consideration. Position start date: Fall 2025.
Position URL: http://apply.interfolio.com/156524
Emory University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Emory University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding discrimination and affirmative action. Emory University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in use of facilities without such discrimination. The University also complies with all applicable federal and Georgia statutes and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination. All member of the student body, faculty, and staff are expected to assist in making this policy valid in fact. Any inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Office of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Suite 305, Atlanta, Georgia 30322. Telephone 404-727-9867 (V) 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Successful Candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity, specifying any areas of interest and development withing the broader theme of diversity and Inclusion, including any accomplishments, initiatives, and training.
