Assistant Professor, Photography/New Media
- Employer
- Murray State University
- Location
- Murray
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- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
20210047FAC
Job Title:Assistant Professor, Photography/New Media
Type of Employment:Regular Full-Time
Work Location:Murray
Employment Term:Academic Year
Position Type:Faculty (Tenure-Track)
Department:Art and Design
Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:Primary responsibilities include teaching two courses in photography and video/media arts, one in another departmental offering (foundations, special topics, digital media, etc); responsible for the photography program and maintaining photography studio facilities and equipment; responsible for the continuation of the development of a strong, well-rounded undergraduate digital and traditional photography and video/media arts program in collaboration with faculty within the department and at large in the university, to develop new programming related to game design, digital media, and cinematography. Additional responsibilities include advising students; managing area budgets; meeting the teaching, research, and service expectations of the department and the university; and maintaining a high level of scholarly activity.
Minimum Education Requirements:MFA in Photography or related field is required. Evidence of a strong interest in video/media arts required.
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:The successful candidate will show evidence of a strong emerging national exhibition record, active professional achievement, ability to teach beginning and advanced courses in photography and video/media arts; knowledge of traditional, digital, and alternative photography and video technologies is required. Experience in developing curriculum that is inclusive of both technical and critical issues inclusive of both fine arts and design; strong interpersonal and communication skills; and knowledge of safety practices in photography.
Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:Successful college/university teaching experience and knowledge of electronic imaging, video, and digital media methods are preferred. Interest or experience in one or more of the following: experimental film production, video blogging/podcasting, sound recording and production. Preference will be given to candidates with in depth experience in video/new media production and working knowledge of traditional darkroom practices, while having a strong background in digital imaging. Candidates will have a record of active participation or leadership roles in professional organizations. Knowledge of and application of contemporary theories and pedagogy in the field of Photography/New Media is preferred for an appointment.
Posting Date:05/04/2021
Closing Date:06/06/2021
Open Until Filled:No
Special Instructions to Applicants:Along with the application, the following items must be included:
• Letter of application
• Curriculum Vita with professional website information
• Teaching Philosophy
• Artist Statement
• 20 images of personal work (PDF)
• 20 images of student work (PDF)
Please use Optional Document 3 for additional images not submitted in available required documents.
(Three separate documents are available for uploading images. The file size limit per document is 9MB. Please size photos accordingly).
For questions regarding uploading files, contact Human Resources.
Organization
For 100 years Murray State University has served students from the region, the nation and the world. Founded in 1922, the University has grown from an enrollment of 202 students to 9,500 today. Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities. Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Murray State has been continuously accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) since 1928.
Recent Accolades:
- U.S. News & World Report (32 consecutive years as a top-tier university) and top 10 in south region for Top Public Schools, Best Value and Best College for Veterans
- Washington Monthly Best Bang for the Buck
- G.I. Jobs Military Friendly School
- Forbes Best Employers List
Located in the west Kentucky region, Murray State is a public, comprehensive University with four colleges (business; science, engineering and technology; humanities and fine arts; education and human services)– and two schools (agriculture; nursing and health professions). The University's 236-acre main campus is located in Murray, Kentucky and offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, professional instruction, as well as continuing education programs. Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, as well as many other benefit offerings.
The city of Murray, located in Calloway County, offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis.
- Website
- http://www.murraystate.edu/
- Telephone
- (270) 809-2146
- Location
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412 Sparks Hall
Murray
KY
42071
US
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