Adjunct Instructor, UMKC School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Media Art and Design - Continuous Posting
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 15, 2024
Hiring Department
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - KANSAS CITY
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF MEDIA, ART AND DESIGN
The Department of Media, Art, and Design offers undergraduate and graduate courses in art history, film and video production, studio art, and design. Current areas taught include: art history, studio art foundations, digital imaging, drawing, graphic design, motion design/animation, painting, photography, print media, film and video production, screenwriting, with new classes planned in 3D animation/modeling, interactive design, and fibers.
Please visit our website for more information about our department: https://catalog.umkc.edu/colleges-schools/humanities-social-sciences/academic-departments-programs/media-art-design.
Job Description
The Media, Art & Design Department at the University of Missouri - Kansas City is continuously seeking talented and qualified candidates for adjunct faculty positions. Current areas of strong interest for adjunct candidates include:
• Art History
• Studio Art
• Film & Media Art
• Design
Qualifications
Studio Art instructors: Degree in Studio Art or related area, or significant relevant experience/training
Media and Film instructors: Degree in Film and Media history or production or related area, or significant relevant experience/training
Art History instructors: M.A. in Art History or related area, or significant relevant experience/training
Design Instructors: Degree in Graphic Design or related area, or significant relevant experience/training
All candidates should have teaching experience, preferably in higher education.
Preferred Qualifications
Studio Art instructors: MFA in Studio Art or related area and active personal studio practice
Media and Film instructors: M.A. in Film studies, or significant relevant experience/training
Art History instructors: M.A. in Art History or related area, or significant relevant experience/training
Design Instructors: M.A. in Graphic Design or related area, or significant relevant experience/training
Application Materials
To be considered, you must complete the application which contains two (2) sections: 1. Name and Contact Information 2. Combine all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references, etc) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.
- A letter of interest - please address what areas or classes you feel qualified to teach
- CV
- Portfolio of 5-10 samples of work or art historical writing sample
- References
- Sample syllabi (if available)
If you are experiencing technical problems, please emailumpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
For questions about the position, please contactumkcfacultysearch@umkc.eduincluding the Job Identification number 47854 and name of the position.
Application Deadline
This is an on-going opening, applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Other Information
This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible, non-tenure track faculty position.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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