Job Details

The UAA Department of Art in the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) is seeking applicants who are interested in teaching credit courses as Adjunct Faculty. Dedicated faculty, challenging curricula, well-equipped studios, a dynamic roster of visiting artists, and a gallery that focuses on national and international art exhibitions are the aspects of our department which empowers and prepares students for graduate study and fine art careers.

The UAA Department of Art is seeking adjunct faculty for courses in sculpture and art education. Interested candidates in other disciplines are welcome to apply as needs vary from semester to semester. Qualified applicants for this position will be placed into a hiring pool from which instructors will be hired as needed. Acceptance into the hiring pool does not constitute an offer of an appointment, nor does having worked one semester guarantee that a position will be available the following semester; hiring decisions are made on a semester-by-semester basis according to the needs of that semester's schedule.

Candidates will be evaluated on suitability of their academic preparation, past teaching experience, expertise in their discipline, and potential for providing high quality instruction to undergraduate students. Adjunct faculty with semester assignments are subject to evaluation for teaching effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications:

A faculty member who is the instructor of record in a credit-bearing course at the undergraduate level should hold a terminal master's degree (MFA), unless an exception has been approved by the Dean of CAS. Exceptions may be made in other circumstances when prospective faculty have special professional credentials and experience. An example of a candidate with special professional credentials might be an accomplished artist. Faculty teaching upper-division courses or graduate courses should hold a terminal degree in the appropriate discipline. Successful applicants must provide official transcripts documenting academic credentials required for the position as a condition of employment.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage. This is a part-time, adjunct represented temporary position. New hires will be placed on the adjunct salary schedule as outlined in the UNAD CBA, based on education and experience.

This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year.

Applicants should be prepared to attach the following documents as part of their application:

1. Cover letter that notes the relevance of your education and experience to this adjunct position, and the course(s) or areas of expertise you feel you are qualified to teach.
2. Comprehensive Curriculum Vita
3. Contact information for three professional references (names, phone numbers and/or email addresses)

Additionally, please email the following required items to Anita Franciosi at ...@alaska.edu

1. Unofficial transcript
2. Statement of teaching philosophy
3. 5 Digital Samples of your work

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This is an at-will, union represented adjunct position, and may be canceled based upon the needs of the university.

This position is represented by United Academic - Adjuncts, AAUP-AFT/ALF-CIO.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-###-####.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Anita Franciosi at ...@alaska.edu.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.