Assistant Professor of Art (printmaking/painting)

Assistant Professor of Art (printmaking/painting) The Knox College Department of Art and Art History invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor of Art, to begin September 1, 2024.
We seek applications from candidates with a specialization in printmaking, painting, and drawing.
The Department is particularly interested in artists who bring a unique contemporary perspective to their area, and who are interested in bridging digital technologies with traditional mediums.
Knox College, established in 1837, is an independent, selective liberal arts institution with a mission of access, a diverse student body, and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
We are particularly interested in creative, energetic teachers of undergraduate students who can contribute to Knox College’s considerable diversity and reflect that diversity in their teaching, mentoring, and their creative work and research.
With over 35% of the student body identifying as U.
S.
students of color and more than 15% international students, the College seeks courses appealing and welcoming to all of Knox’s students.
The position involves a six-course teaching load (two courses in each of three 10-week terms) that includes introductory, intermediate, and advanced courses that are within the candidate’s area of expertise and that contribute to the general liberal arts curriculum.
In addition to departmental teaching duties, Art and Art History faculty also contribute to the teaching of the college’s First-Year Preceptorial program The primary teaching load consists of 100-level courses in printmaking, drawing, and painting.
It is important that the candidate has enthusiasm and dedication for foundation-level teaching.
Regardless of media, introductory courses should establish a foundation of visual and technical literacy, while also addressing the larger general education learning goals of the college.
All studio art faculty also contribute to teaching and overseeing advanced interdisciplinary workshops, so the ability to give critical feedback to students working in a variety of media is vital to the success of our program.
Knox College provides a competitive salary and a strong benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, and access to a retirement plan; a tuition remission benefit is available after a two-year waiting period.
Additional information can be found on our Human Resources webpage at https://www.
knox.
edu/offices/human-resources/employee-benefits-and-forms.
Required Qualifications: MFA in printmaking/painting/drawing Candidates should submit: 1.
A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed above, including the candidate’s creative research interests, teaching philosophy, and approach to inclusivity.
2.
Curriculum Vitae 3.
A portfolio of 20 professional works and 20 examples of student work (compile and submit as a PDF) 4.
Contact information for three references.
(Finalists’ references will be contacted) Submission via Interfolio: https://apply.
interfolio.
com/133054 Review of applications will begin November 15, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
Questions should be addressed to Andrea Ferrigno, Chair, Art and Art History: aaferrigno@knox.
edu .
Knox Notice of Non-Discrimination In keeping with its commitment to equal rights since it was founded in 1837, Knox College particularly welcomes applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Knox College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, religion or religious affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital or family status, disability, veteran status, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law in admission, financial aid, employment, athletics, or any other aspect of its educational programs or activities.
In addition, Knox College is prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its accompanying regulations from so discriminating on the basis of sex.
- The College official responsible for coordinating compliance with this Notice of Non-Discrimination is Kimberly K.
Schrader, Title IX Coordinator.
Any inquiries regarding Title IX or the College's policies that prohibit discrimination and harassment should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator identified below.
The Coordinator will be available to meet with or talk to students, staff, and faculty regarding issues relating to this Notice of Non-Discrimination and the College’s policies and procedures.
Title IX Coordinator Kimberly K.
Schrader Old Jail 12 | Campus Box K-209 337 South Cherry Street Galesburg, IL 61401 Phone: 309-341-7751 Email: kschrade@knox.
edu Inquiries about the application of Title IX to Knox may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the United States Department of Education’s Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, or both.
Individuals may also contact the U.
S.
Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights for additional information.
Office for Civil Rights U.
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Department of Education-Chicago Office 500 W Madison St.
, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544 Phone: 312-730-1560 Email: ocr@ed.
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For Employees: Office of Human Resources Administrative Services Center 109 | Campus Box K-200 368 South Prairie Street Galesburg, IL 61401 Phone: 309-341-7200 Email: hr@knox.
edu For Students: Director of Disability Support Services Stephanie Grimes Umbeck Science and Math Center E111 | Campus Box K183 340 South West Street Phone: 309-341-7478 Email: sgrimes@knox.
edu