Professor of Art/Painting & Drawing

The Department of Art, in the School of the Arts and Architecture at UCLA, invites applications for two open rank, tenure/tenure-track (full/associate/assistant) positions in painting and drawing. 

Link to apply here. / Open date: July 8, 2024 / Final date: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.

Position description

The Department of Art, in the School of the Arts and Architecture at UCLA, invites applications for two open rank, tenure/tenure-track (full/associate/assistant) positions in painting and drawing. Each candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate art students in painting and drawing, with an emphasis on contemporary studio practices. We are seeking candidates who will actively contribute to the Department and University through administrative service and in creating a community of students, staff, and faculty richly diverse in cultural backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints.

Qualifications
–BA or BFA required.
–MFA preferred but not required.
–Distinction as an artist working primarily in Painting and Drawing preferred but not required.
–Proven exhibition record preferred but not required.
–Demonstrated teaching skills.
–Ability to teach both Undergraduate and Graduate studio and seminar courses.
–Expertise in the history and current practices in the field of Painting and Drawing and in-depth knowledge of contemporary art issues preferred but not required.

Applications must include the following:
–Curriculum vitae
–Cover letter including narrative bio
–Statement of Research
–Statement of Teaching—including approach and experience mentoring/advising of under- represented student groups.
–Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) describing past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
–Portfolio
–Names and contact information (mailing address, email address and phone number) of three professional references. (Letters of recommendation are not requested at this time).
–Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness, including one sample Undergraduate Painting and/or Drawing course syllabi and, if available, teaching evaluations.

The UCLA Department of Art empowers students to reshape their worlds through critical inquiry and transformative creativity. Committed to equity and inclusion in the arts, the department attracts and embraces diverse, curious, and motivated students who are encouraged to engage society’s challenges and envision change. The Department of Art is one of five academic departments and programs in the School of the Arts and Architecture.

The School of the Arts and Architecture is committed to building a more diverse faculty, staff, and student body in response to the changing population and educational needs of the City of Los Angeles, State of California, and the nation. The Department of Art values intellectual, cultural, and creative inquiry. Personal qualities such as originality and initiative are important assets that will contribute to a successful application. Applicants who would make meaningful and unique contributions to the intellectual and social interchanges within the profession
are especially encouraged to apply.

We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by September 10, 2024.

Application process: Interested candidates are invited to apply online here.