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VISITING ASST. PROF ART, ART HISTORY & DESIGN
University of Iowa United States, Iowa, Iowa City 5 West Jefferson Street (Show on map) Jun 24, 2026 VISITING
ASST. PROF ART, ART HISTORY & DESIGN
Requisition # 75972 Position Basics Type of Position OTHER
Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled
Advertising Started on: Wednesday, June 24th, 2026
College:
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Department:
School of Art, Art History, and Design Salary Salary:
Commensurate Position Details Full/Part Time Status:
Part Time
Position Description:
Visiting Assistant Professor in Sculpture & Intermedia 2026-27 School of Art, Art History, & Design College of Liberal Arts & Sciences The University of Iowa The University of Iowa School of Art, Art History, & Design (SAAHD) seeks applications for a 50% Visiting Assistant Professor in the Sculpture & Intermedia Area for the 2026-27 academic year. The position receives full benefits and has the option of renewal for up to three years with Department and Collegiate approval. The successful candidate will teach two sculpture courses per semester in the SAAHD Studio Art Division. There will be opportunities to include electronics in the upper-level coursework, but it will not be required. Candidates should describe their experience with relevant equipment, software, and techniques, including the number of years of experience with each, in their CV or cover letter. Research is not a requirement of this position, but a studio space in the Visual Arts Building will be provided for the successful candidate upon hiring. Candidates should submit applications online at: http://jobs.uiowa.edu . Search requisition 75972. Review of applications will begin on July 6th, 2026.
Applications must include:
C.V. including phone number, email address, mailing address,
20 images of work in a single PDF or linked digital format with titles and descriptions
Letter of interest
One-page artist's statement
3 professional references - names and contact information only Successful candidates willbe requiredto self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.
Education Requirement:
MFA in Sculpture, Intermedia, or related field in hand by start date
Required Qualifications:
University teaching experience in sculpture and/or intermedia or a related field
Experience with fabrication using both traditional and CNC based tools in the creation of art objects from metal (both hot and cold fabrication), wood, plaster, and additional media
Ability to guide ideation, formal decision-making, and conceptual rigor at the BFA and MFA levels
Ability to guide introductory students in writing statements about their artistic projects, including the reasoning behind their formal and conceptual decisions
Desirable Qualifications:
University teaching experience beyond graduate school
Familiarity with 2D and 3D modeling software and working knowledge of 3D printing
Ability to guide students in integrating moving and/or motorized elements into multimedia art objects, spaces, and time-based works utilizing Arduino microcontrollers, motors, lights, switches, actuators, and related devices
Working knowledge of modern and contemporary sculpture and intermedia art, including kinetic and interactive sculpture and installation
Ability to guide advanced students in writing statements about their artistic projects, including reasoning behind their formal and conceptual decisions Online Application Required Documents Curriculum Vitae
Name and Contact Information of References
Letter of Interest
One page artist statement
20 images of work in PDF or linked digital format
Number of References:
3 To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact Information Contact:
Kellie A Kucera - kellie-kucera@uiowa.edu
Clas-Clas Administration
Schaeffer Hall
20 East Washington Street
240 SH
Iowa City, IA 52242-1409 The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences. Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs. Prospective employees may review the University Campus Security Policy and the latest annual crime statistics by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
