Harvard University
Department of Visual and Environmental Studies
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
24 Quincy Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Application deadline: November 25, 2015
Appointment expected to begin: July 1, 2016
The Department of Visual and Environmental Studies at Harvard University seeks to appoint a tenure-track assistant or associate professor in art practice, with an emphasis on sculpture, broadly defined. Ideally, a candidate’s practice will complement and strengthen existing offerings within our visual art department. Teaching requirements include three studio courses a year in traditional and/or expanded sculptural processes, with additional departmental duties. Candidates must have a substantial exhibition record. An MFA or the equivalent completed by the beginning of the appointment with teaching experience at the college or university level is required. Appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2016. Candidates will be expected to participate fully in curricular developments and all other aspects of the academic life of the department.
Applicants for the position should submit the following materials by November 25, 2015 through the ARIeS portal:
– Cover letter
– Curriculum vitae
– Teaching statement
– Art statement
– The names and contact information for three references
– Evidence of relevant teaching experience
– PDF with 20 images of artwork with titles and dates
– Other appropriate support materials, including exhibition catalogues
Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
