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EAI Assistant Professor

Position Summary

The Department of Art, Art History, and Design at Michigan State University invites applications for a fixed-term, full-time Assistant Professor for our Electronic Art and Intermedia program. The position is non-renewable and will begin August 16, 2023.

The ideal candidate will teach courses such as 4D, Projection mapping, Interactive Media, or a course that works with creative processes using AI and/or a code. The right candidate will be capable of teaching both graduate and undergraduate coursework.

The Electronic Art and Intermedia program offers a unique interdisciplinary approach that combines art, science and computational media. Artists have a unique role in exploring technologies and scientific concepts, and we encourage our students to push the boundaries of traditional art practices by incorporating these elements. Faculty and students have access to cutting-edge technology and equipment, including various experimental and traditional 3D printers, laser cutters, a CNC router and virtual reality systems. They also have the opportunity to work with scientists and other researchers to explore scientific concepts and create art that engages with these ideas. Our program emphasizes critical thinking, ethics and social responsibility, ensuring that our graduates are well-rounded artists who are prepared to make a meaningful impact in their communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -computational media, New Media/Intermedi

Minimum Requirements

PhD in computational media, New Media/Intermedia Arts, or related field

Required Application Materials

Qualified applicants should submit:

1. a cover letter
2. current curriculum vitae
3. a statement of teaching experience and philosophy that highlights your alignment with some of our desired qualifications
4. A 1-page summary of your philosophy of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it pertains to intellectual leadership in the areas of teaching/curriculum development, research/creative activities, service, outreach, advising, and/or administration. The statement should also include an explanation of related past or planned activities/endeavors as well as how the candidate will advance our goals of inclusive excellence. For more about MSU’s DEI efforts, see https://inclusion.msu.edu/. For more information about writing diversity statements, see https://cal.msu.edu/documents/cal-guidelines-for-the-writing-of-diversity-statements/ 
5. the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin 4/25/2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website http://careers.msu.edu. Posting number 855935.

For more information, contact Adam Brown, Chair of the Search Committee at brown293@msu.edu.

Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation.

Review of Applications Begins On

04/25/2023

Website

art.msu.edu

Department Statement

The College of Arts & Letters recognizes that only an academic and organizational culture, which actively seeks out and strengthens diverse voices and perspectives among its members results in true excellence. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The College of Arts & Letters is particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that intellectual leadership is achieved through open access and pro-active inclusion. 

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

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