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Assistant Professor of Arts Administration

Employer
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Location
Greensboro, NC

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Faculty Jobs
Arts & Humanities, Fine & Performing Arts
Position Type
Tenured & Tenure-Track
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Position Number 998702

Functional Title Assistant Professor of Arts Administration

Position Type Tenure Stream

Position Summary

The Arts Administration Program seeks to fill a new tenure-track Assistant Professor in Arts Administration with an individual who will focus on teaching courses related to art museum studies, building the new Art Museum concentration in the program, and supporting the core Arts Administration curriculum. This position would be the second full-time faculty member in the Arts Administration Program.

UNCG is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position.

Responsibilities include:
• Teaching 3 courses per semester. In the first year, courses are likely to include Introduction to Art Museum Studies (new course), Introduction to Art Museum Collections (new course), AAD/ENT 202 Arts Administration and Entrepreneurship, and AAD 301 Arts Management;
• Working with the Program Director in shaping the long-term development of the Program with respect to curriculum, advising, recruitment, student relations, internship placement, career readiness and job search support, community and cross-campus collaborations, new programs, and more;
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students;
• Conduct research that contributes to the candidate's field of expertise;
• Provide Program, College, University, and professional/community service.
The successful candidate will:
• Have current knowledge of the field of arts administration and art museum management;
• Demonstrate effectiveness in teaching;
• Demonstrate effectiveness in advising students;
• Have experience with and commitment to inclusive teaching and mentoring practices, serving a diverse student body;
• Integrate socially- and community-engaged art practices, current museum management practices, and other innovations into their own classroom and the curriculum of the Program;
• Demonstrate ability to contribute ideas and execute plans relevant to a growing academic department.



Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's degree or higher in arts administration/management, museum studies, or related field such as the arts, business, or management.
• Professional experience in an art museum or closely related organization, including managing staff.
• At least one semester as an instructor of record at the university level or other significant teaching experience.



Preferred Qualifications

• Five years or more professional experience in an art museum or closely related organization at a senior level.
• At least one year as an instructor of record at the university level.



Tenure Status Tenure Track

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit the following via the online application process.
• Letter of application
• CV/Resume including all academic, teaching, research, and professional experience
• Teaching/research statement speaking directly to this position, minimum 2 pages
• Syllabus of course previously taught by the applicant, preferably in museum studies or museum collections
• Name and contact information for at least three references

Additional materials such as letters of reference, evidence of teaching effectiveness, links to publications, etc. are welcome.

Questions about the position may be directed to Hannah Grannemann, Director of the Arts Administration Program and Search Committee Chair at hagranne@uncg.edu.



Recruitment Range $55,000 - 60,000

Org #-Department College of Visual and Performing Arts - 12601

Job Open Date 12/11/2018

For Best Consideration Date 01/08/2019

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Type of Appointment Permanent

Number of Months per Year 9

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References
  4. Teaching Philosophy
  5. Other Documents
Optional Documents
  1. Link to Professional Portfolio
  2. Writing Sample(s)
  3. Research Statement
  4. Other Documents 2
  5. Scholarly Writing


Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
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    • UNC School System Job Board
    • Personal Networking
    • Facebook
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    • Indeed.com
    • NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
    • Other
  2. If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here.

    (Open Ended Question)





To learn more or to apply for this position please visit our UNCGjobsearch website at https://jobsearch.uncg.edu

EOE AA/M/F/D/V

PI106422911

Organization

UNCG at a Glance

Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make. 

With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.

UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.

The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.

As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.

Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.

UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences

The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.

Achievements & Accolades

UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/

Challenging Academic Programs

U.S. News & World Report ranked three UNCG online programs among the best in the nation in the 2015 list of Best Online Programs.

UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.

The graduate program in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies has earned a Top 10 ranking by the The HDFS Report.

Supportive Environment

UNCG is a Military Friendly School for the fourth straight year, putting it in the top 15 percent of colleges and universities nationwide that are doing the most to support veterans and ensure their success.

UNCG is ranked among the best colleges for your money nationwide by College Factual, a new site that guides students through the college selection process.

The Education Trust singles out UNCG among the nation’s universities for its success at closing the gap in graduation rates between black and white students.

Engaged Community

For the fifth year in a row, UNCG has earned the “Tree Campus USA” designation for promoting healthy trees and encouraging the spirit of conservation. 

UNCG’s innovative dynamic mailbox system has been honored as one of University Business Magazine’s Models of Efficiency.

For the eighth consecutive year, UNCG is highlighted on Washington Monthly’s list of American universities that contribute most to the public good.

Careers at UNCG

UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.

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Location
723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
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27402
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