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Assistant Professor of Instruction in Drawing
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Position Number: 6041359
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Art

Assistant Professor of Instruction in Drawing

The Department of Art at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Instruction to commence Fall 2025. This position involves instructing introductory through advanced levels of undergraduate art drawing courses (ARTF 1302, 1304 and DRAW 2308, 2318, 3318, 3328, 3338, 4308, 4318, 4328).

The Department of Art is committed to rigorous creative scholarship and responsive pedagogy in its art concentration curriculums. The successful candidate will possess a robust understanding of contemporary studio drawing practices and theory in art and design which will be demonstrated by their submitted creative and educational portfolios. The department is largely a graphic design, art education and studio-driven (BA, BFA) program and seeks a qualified candidate to lead the drawing concentration. The successful candidate will illustrate evidence of supporting student's strengths while also encouraging them to reach their untapped potential.

The Department of Art at UTEP is deeply committed to the University's mission of access and excellence and seeks a forward-thinking studio artist who will play an active role in developing young designers/art educators/artists through contemporary, critical, and creative approaches to art and studio practice in the Paso del Norte region. We welcome candidates who cultivate equity, diversity, and inclusion in their pedagogical practice. The ideal candidate will possess a strong interest in serving first-generation, non-traditional, and Hispanic students and can responsively instruct and guide undergraduate art majors through multiple levels of the program, and authentically connect to the department, university, and community.

Job Requirements:

MFA in a related studio required at time of hire.
Evidence of a high potential for academic scholarship
College teaching experience
Command of contemporary theory and pedagogical practices in art studio
Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to work supportively with students, faculty, staff, and alumni in the maintenance and development of a professional learning community
Evidence of strong interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Significant instructional experience in art drawing curriculum
Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign a plus
Demonstrated undergraduate support and success beyond the classroom
Evidence of a high level of creative practice or community engagement and outreach

Additional Information:
Hiring decisions are subject to final budget approval.

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
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