Studio Art Faculty Openings in the School of Fine Art and Music, University of Guelph

Studio Art Faculty Openings in the School of Fine Art and Music, University of Guelph

The University of Guelph, School of Fine Art and Music invites applications for two full-time, contractually limited faculty appointments in Studio Art, at the rank of Assistant Professor for a period of two years, commencing July 1, 2004. The positions are renewable.

a) Visual Studies. Duties will include providing leadership to, and teaching in studio foundations courses (Visual Studies) and carrying out assigned duties related to committees and other service within the school. Course load is five courses per year. Minimum qualifications for the position are an M.F.A. or equivalent, significant exhibition record and demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. Previous experience at teaching in foundations level studio art will be considered as an asset.

b) Drawing. Duties will include teaching in studio art drawing courses and carrying out assigned duties related to committees and other service within the school. Course load is five courses per year. Minimum qualifications for the position are an M.F.A. or equivalent, significant exhibition record and demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.

The University of Guelph offers a B.A. Honours degree and an M.F.A. in studio art. For more information please see the School website: www.uoguelph.ca/sofam.

A complete application will include a current curriculum vitae, email address, 20 slides or CD-Rom, and teaching interests. Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent to:

Professor John Kissick
Director, School of Fine Art and Music
University of Guelph,
Guelph, ON
N1G 2W1
Canada

Application deadline is February 27, 2004.

The University of Guelph is committed to an employment equity program that includes special measures to achieve diversity among its faculty and staff. We therefore particularly encourage applications from qualified aboriginal Canadians, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.