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About the Role
The Department of Art at the University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks applicants for a full-time academic-year (nine-month) non-tenure track Lecturer position in Photography. This is a benefited position with an initial appointment of two years, with potential for reappointment based on funding and performance.
Responsibilities
- Teach all levels of analog processes and digital photography.
- Develop foundational and advanced courses in photography and lens-based media.
- Mentor students in preparing for careers in photography-related fields, including developing strong portfolios and other professional materials.
- Teach three courses per semester.
- Participate in service to the department.
- Teach interdisciplinary introductory, upper-level and graduate seminar courses.
- Serve on BFA and MFA thesis committees.
- Student advising.
- Oversee photography facilities and equipment, including the darkroom and lighting studio.
- Ensure safe, functional, and well-equipped spaces in coordination with technical staff.
- Manage course scheduling, curriculum review and revitalization, and instructional materials and equipment.
Requirements
- MFA in Art or similar terminal degree at the time of starting the position.
- Two years full-time teaching at college-level beyond graduate school, or the equivalent of eight college-level courses.
- Strong background in photography and related visual arts fields.
- Knowledge or experience teaching analog and digital photography.
- Ability to develop new courses in lens-based practices and/or transmedia.
- Record of professional activity demonstrated through creative practice, research, exhibitions, publications, or industry work.
- Familiarity with Mac OS and Windows operating systems.
- Commitment to mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
- Commitment to inclusive, student-centered pedagogy and to advancing contemporary topics impacting the field of visual arts.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Commitment to departmental citizenship and equitable labor practices.
- Work authorized for employment in the United States on a full-time basis.
Skills
- Analog photography processes
- Digital photography
- Lens-based media
- Experimental approaches to photography
- Cross-disciplinary approaches to photography
- Traditional approaches to photography
- Innovative approaches to photography
- Interdisciplinary contexts
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Managing an analog darkroom
- Mac OS
- Windows operating systems
Location
- Amherst
Work Type
- Full Time
- Onsite
- 9-month academic year appointment
Experience Level
- College-level teaching experience beyond graduate school
Education Level
- MFA in Art or similar terminal degree
Salary/Compensations
- $65,550 - $79,643
Benefits
- Full benefits
About the Company
- The Department of Art at the University of Massachusetts Amherst offers post-secondary education in a full range of disciplines including painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, animation, intermedia, design and technology, and art education. Interdisciplinary study is central to their philosophy, encouraging students to explore diverse fields across art, humanities, and sciences. They offer Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Arts degrees, as well as Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts in Art Education programs. The campus features five galleries for exhibitions and is situated in the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, a rich creative community.