Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement ยท 1 day ago
Assistant Professor of Art and Foundations Program Coordinator
Bozeman, MT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expMontana State University is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and collaborative creative community. They are seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art with a specialization in Foundations, who will also serve as the Foundations Program Coordinator, combining teaching, curriculum leadership, and program assessment.
Events Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Teach Foundations and related courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level; maintain an active research-based and/or professional creative practice; mentor students within and beyond the classroom
Design, develop, refine, and assess the Foundations curriculum in collaboration with faculty and School of Art leadership; ensure alignment with university learning objectives and accreditation standards
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Foundations instructors and GTAs; conduct classroom observations and provide feedback
Advise Foundation students, support academic success, and mediate concerns when necessary
Lead program assessment efforts, student artifact review, peer observations, and accreditation-related reporting
Manage Foundations budgets, supplies, student fees, and coordinate facility maintenance with staff
Support recruitment and retention, evaluate transfer portfolios, coordinate co-curricular activities, and contribute service at department, college, and university levels
Qualification
Required
MFA in Studio Art, Design, or related field
Demonstrated experience teaching Foundations courses
Demonstrated experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate students
Preferred
Minimum of two years of experience teaching art and/or design Foundations courses at the university level beyond graduate study
Foundations curriculum development or coordination experience
Experience mentoring first-year students
Experience supervising instructors or GTAs
Familiarity with assessment and accreditation processes
Commitment to student-centered pedagogy
Benefits
Benefits Eligible
Company
Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement
The Office of Student Engagement (OSE) provides and facilitates student engagement opportunities for MSU students through a variety of programs, events, services, and activities on the Bozeman campus.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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