Adjunct Instructor - School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Media, Art and De

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53697

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UMKC Volker Campus

Full / Part Time

Part-Time

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University of Missouri - Kansas City

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Media, Art and Design

The Department of Media, Art, and Design offers undergraduate and graduate courses in art history, film and video production, studio art, and design. Current areas taught include art history, studio art foundations, digital imaging, drawing, graphic design, motion design / animation, painting, photography, print media, film and video production, screenwriting, with new classes planned in 3D animation / modeling, interactive design, and fibers.

Please visit our website for more information about our department : https : / / catalog.umkc.edu / colleges-schools / humanities-social-sciences / academic-departments-programs / media-art-design .

Job Description

The Media, Art & Design Department at the University of Missouri - Kansas City is continuously seeking talented and qualified candidates for adjunct faculty positions. Current areas of strong interest for adjunct candidates include :

• Art History
• Studio Art
• Film & Media Art
• Design

Qualifications

Studio Art instructors : Degree in Studio Art or related area, or significant relevant experience / training

Media and Film instructors : Degree in Film and Media history or production or related area, or significant relevant experience / training

Art History instructors : M.A. in Art History or related area, or significant relevant experience / training

Design Instructors : Degree in Graphic Design or related area, or significant relevant experience / training

All candidates should have teaching experience, preferably in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications :

Studio Art instructors : MFA in Studio Art or related area and active personal studio practice

Media and Film instructors : M.A. in Film studies or an MFA in Media Production, or significant relevant experience / training

Art History instructors : M.A. in Art History or related area, or significant relevant experience / training

Design Instructors : M.A. in Graphic Design or related area, or significant relevant experience / training

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate on education, experience, and internal equity.

Application Materials

To be considered, you must complete the application which contains two (2) sections : 1. Name and Contact Information 2. Combine all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references, etc) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.

Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., / ,&, %, etc.).

If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number and name of the position.

Application Deadline

Application materials are solicited on an ongoing basis to ensure we have a strong talent pool to source from in the event of a vacancy.

Other Information

Part-time, non-benefit eligible unranked Academic position. Appointment period is for the semester with consideration for reappointment.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https : / / www.umsystem.edu / totalrewards / benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

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