Instructor/Assistant Professor and Shop Technician

22 hours ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Instructor/Assistant Professor and Shop Technician to join our team at the Department of Sculpture + Extended Media at Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts). This is a full-time, 9-month non-tenure eligible (term) faculty position that begins August 16, 2024.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the day-to-day operation and upkeep of the department's woodshop, metal shop, mold making area, foundry, and studios.
  • Instruct students and faculty on the proper and safe use of complex and specialized equipment.
  • Mentor and train graduate technical assistants and undergraduate shop monitors.
  • Research and identify new and appropriate equipment for the shop.
  • Collaborate with faculty on methods to incorporate and utilize the equipment and studios in the departmental curriculum.
  • Manage the undergraduate studio spaces, studio assignments, and move in/move out.
Requirements
  • MFA or a combination of technical training, professional experience, and education.
  • Minimum of two years of teaching experience at the university level.
  • Minimum of two years of demonstrated expertise working in a woodshop, metal shop, mold making area, and/or foundry and familiarity with the related equipment and safety protocol.
  • Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment.
Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to submit a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, a Letter of Interest, a Current CV/Resume, a list of three current references, and a portfolio of work.


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