The Department of Visual Arts and Art History invites applications for a two-year Contractually Limited Appointment at the Sessional Assistant Professor level in Studio: Sculpture/Drawing to commence August 15, 2015. The successful candidate will have an innovative approach to teaching studio arts that encompasses emerging digital processes, as well as a commitment to the expansion of pedagogy through the development of blended and technology enhanced courses. All positions at York University are subject to budgetary approval.
The Department of Visual Arts & Art History of York University is one of the leaders in art history and art practice in Canada. Recent renovations of undergraduate studio spaces, expansion of the MFA studios, and a visual art study centre are contributing to the growth of the department. The department is committed to teaching critical issues in art and art history, and to the ongoing development of programs in all studies and studio areas.
Applicants for this position must demonstrate technical expertise and conceptual rigour in expanded drawing practices and sculptural processes. The successful candidate will be able to integrate evolving digital technologies with contemporary fine art theory and practice. The position involves undergraduate teaching for majors and non-majors, TA supervision, studio and lecture courses including on-line course delivery. It is expected that the successful candidate will undertake the development and implementation of blended drawing courses that utilize both in class and online instruction. It is expected the successful candidate will participate in administrative duties and responsibilities such as departmental governance and committee work.
Requirements: MFA with a focus on drawing and sculpture, with an emphasis on non-traditional drawing practices involving process based experimentation and digital techniques; two years post-secondary teaching; a practicing professional artist with an active exhibition record. Candidates should show excellence or promise of excellence in teaching and in scholarly/creative research.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications.
York University is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, within its community. The AA program, which applies to Aboriginal people, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women, can be found at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or by calling the AA office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Temporary entry for citizens of the U.S.A., Mexico may apply per the provisions of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) or citizens of Chile may apply per the provisions of the Canada Chile Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA).
Deadline for receipt of completed applications is July 24, 2015
A letter of application with current, detailed curriculum vitae, appropriate documentation of current work (DVD, website, digital photography, etc.), statements of creative research interests and teaching philosophy, one or two recent publications/catalogues, the names, emails and addresses of three referees, course outlines and teaching evaluations should be sent to: Brenda Hicks, Administrative Assistant, CLA Search Committee, Department of Visual Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts, Room 267, GCFA, York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3. Fax: (416)736-5187. E-mail: bhicks@yorku.ca
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