Job description
Baton Rouge, LA
The School of Art at Louisiana State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a focus in Painting and Drawing, and the skills and ability to work with students in a wide range of techniques including representational and conceptual approaches to painting. The position begins August 2025.The primary responsibilities of this position are to teach painting and drawing studio courses in the BA, BFA and MFA programs. Painting and drawing courses attract students from across the School of Art. Courses may include introductory classes with a focus on technique, to more advanced topics informed by the candidate’s practice and interests. Faculty also serve as mentors and teachers for painting and drawing MFA students, as well as graduate students working in disciplines across School of Art. In addition to teaching a range of drawing and painting courses, the faculty member will participate in department activities, including committee work and faculty meetings.We seek an artist with a developing or established exhibition and professional art record. This artist should possess a working knowledge of a wide range of traditional materials and techniques, as well as new developments within the fields of painting and drawing. We seek candidates with a developed pedagogy and teaching experience beyond the teaching assistant level. Candidates with an MFA as their terminal degree are encouraged to apply. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Teach 2 or 3 courses per semester at the undergraduate and the graduate level, where needed.
- Serve on MFA graduate committees
- Participate in curriculum and program development and keep content current
- Commit to continuing professional development.
- Maintain an active professional art presence.
- Engage with the broader artistic, scholarly, and professional communities.
- Provide service to the school, college, university, profession, and community.
Required Qualifications
- MFA or other terminal degree in painting, drawing, fine arts, or related studio fine arts.
- Prior teaching experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching studio courses with a focus on painting and drawing.
- A significant record of professional achievements and commitment to advancing research/creative activities appropriate to the discipline.
Additional Information
The College of Art and Design
The College of Art & Design is Louisiana’s foremost school for fine arts, art history, and the design professions, with programs that are consistently highly ranked in national surveys. The college strives to function as a collaborative of engaged students and faculty committed to creative activity in every aspect of the visual arts and design disciplines. Our curricula promote inquiry-based learning, encourage risk-taking and independent thinking, nurture the creative spirit, and pursue opportunities to improve the environment in which we live.
The School of ArtThe School of Art serves 500+ students and offers Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design, Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Art History, Master of Arts in Art History, and Master of Fine Arts programs. Bachelor of Fine Arts concentrations include Digital Art, Graphic Design, and Studio Arts. More information about the College of Art & Design is available at https://design.lsu.edu/.The School of Art is one of 4 units in the College of Art and Design, including Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Design. The School of Art combines the best of both worlds: the resources and faculty of a large liberal arts institution with the personal attention that comes with a close-knit community. Students and faculty have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including design labs equipped with the latest software and technology.
Louisiana State UniversityAs the flagship university of the system, LSU A&M is a leading R1 university, challenging undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to achieve the highest levels of intellectual and personal development. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, its positive work environment, its student engagement, and its beautiful campus. LSU is located in Baton Rouge, the second-largest city in Louisiana, which enjoys a thriving and diverse community.
How to apply
To apply for this position, submit the following materials at Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
- A letter outlining the applicant’s background, qualifications, and vision for the position.
- A curriculum vitae.
- Portfolio demonstrating candidate’s work (up to 20 images), and student work (up to 20 images)
- A teaching philosophy.
- Contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without prior consultation with the applicant.
