The
School of Craft + Emerging Media at ACAD invites applications for the
position of Assistant/Associate Professor in Ceramics. The successful
candidate will be capable of teaching all forms of Ceramic practice
through core courses and studio supervision, including vessel,
sculptural, figurative, installation and performance. The candidate
will possess an active studio practice that will contribute to the
breadth of the program and demonstrate a critical and creative
engagement with contemporary discourse on Craft and Ceramics. In
combination with a collaborative spirit and professional commitment to
the field, experience in academic service, curricular innovation and
Ceramics’ studio management will be considered an asset.
Responsibilities include:
- Teach in all levels of the BFA and MFA in Craft Media program; studio and lecture/seminar courses
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Contribute
actively to curriculum development in the School of Craft + Emerging
Media and the strategic initiatives of ACAD’s Research and Academic
Affairs -
Maintain
research/studio practice and contribute to research and scholarship in
the field of contemporary craft, specifically ceramics -
Demonstrate a commitment to continuing pedagogical and academic excellence
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Provide
service to the Faculty and College governance framework, including
outreach activities that contribute to the academic life and profile of
the College
The successful candidate will have:
- An MFA
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A
minimum of three (3) years post-secondary teaching experience at the
graduate and undergraduate levels in studio, lecture, and seminar class
formats -
A minimum of three (3) years of research/studio practice outside of post-secondary education
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Sound
knowledge of ceramic technologies including wheel throwing,
hand-building, mold-making and casting, clay and glaze technology, and
kiln firing -
Experience with object design and digital fabrication technologies
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Experience teaching and working in interdisciplinary and/or trans-disciplinary contexts
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A comprehensive knowledge of Ceramics history, contemporary theory and discourse in ceramics practices
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A broad knowledge of history, theory and practice as it applies to Craft, Art and Design
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills
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The ability to facilitate collaboration in studio production or research
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Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management/organizational skills
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A community-minded and team oriented attitude
How to Apply
>>>Please
submit applications by clicking on the Apply Now tab at the bottom of
this page. The application must include a current cover letter, a
current CV, and the following:
- Evidence
of research, professional practice, creative activities, publications
and /or exhibitions, including a digital portfolio of recent studio work
containing twenty (20) images accompanied by a corresponding numbered
list including titles, medium and size
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A statement outlining philosophies and practices regarding teaching and studio practice
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Names and contact information for three (3) professional referees
Applications must be submitted in a single PDF document.
Review of applications will begin on January 15th, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.
The
preferred method to submit your application is the “Upload Resume”
option. When uploading your file, combine all required material into a
single PDF document. Include all required support material in your PDF
document – incomplete submissions may not be considered. Please visit
ACAD’s How to Apply page to ensure your application is complete prior to submission.
Further information about the College is available on our website at www.acad.ca.
ACAD is an equal opportunity employer and is
strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We
welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of the
College. We
encourage expressions of interest from all qualified applicants for
consideration for this or other suitable vacancies although applications
from Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
The
collection of personal information is for the purpose of determining
eligibility and suitability for employment as authorized by the Freedom
of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act, section 33(c). If
you have any questions about the collection of your information, please
contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (403)284-7683.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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