Assistant Professor of Interdisciplinary Art and Performance (Art History and Theory Scholar) at New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences in Glendale, Arizona

Job Description:

Arizona State Universitys (ASU) New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences (NCIAS), the School of Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies (SHArCS), and the Interdisciplinary Art and Performance (IAP) Program invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position with expertise in 20th- and 21st-century Art Theory/History and in one or more of the following areas: interdisciplinary theory, performance, digital media, interactive art, sound art, art games, media criticism, visual art, and/or cultural studies.

We seek a scholar whose research falls within the purview of interdisciplinarity, new media, performance, humanities, cultural studies, and social practice. Candidates should have the ability to critique various categories of social and/or cultural interaction through their creative practice and provide a framework for students to experiment with and revise prevailing distinctions between creative and intellectual fields while engaging in open dialogue about topics in contemporary art and life. The candidate should have an ability to teach history and theory in several areas of art reflecting, complementing, and possibly expanding our existing offerings of interdisciplinary art production including:digital art, installation, printmaking, art games, sound art, performing arts, and other media, including familiarity with systems of knowledge outside of the field of art. Candidates must be invested in art history and aesthetic theory as forms of critical inquiry, integrating research and interdisciplinary problem-solving.

The IAP program enables students to develop intellectual and creative strengths for future careers that revolve around contemporary art and culture. IAP facilitates individual educational and professional goals specific to each student, often combining critical thinking, problem solving, and conceptual development with other academic areas, such as the humanities, digital arts, performance, philosophy, psychology, humanities, and cultural studies. The program facilitates making in the form of interdisciplinary exchanges and collaborations.

Teaching will encompass the entire curricular range, from introductory courses for both prospective majors and general education students to intermediate and advanced courses focused on connecting material and immaterial art practices with current issues and theory. The successful candidate will be able to offer students sustained access and rigorous exposure to interdisciplinary art practices in order to stimulate open consideration of the role of art in communities. Other areas would necessarily include: the nature of audience-artist relationships; the blurring of disciplinary boundaries; the potential for creative practice in political mobilization; and the role of art in society and across the arts, humanities, cultural studies, and social sciences within a liberal arts curriculum. Since we serve immersion and online students in the IAP program, it is preferred that the successful candidate has experience and/or interest in online education.

The candidate will be expected to collaborate and contribute effectively within our community with a strong commitment to facilitating access and supporting ASUs charter https://newamericanuniversity.asu.edu/about/asu-charter-mission-and-goals. ASUs faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

About the School:

The School of Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies (SHArCS) at the New College invites students to think critically about the human experience and communicate effectively while working within, outside, and across the boundaries of traditional liberal arts disciplines. At SHArCS, our goal is to develop thoughtful leaders who use critical and creative thinking to solve problems and find ways to make the world a better place. https://newcollege.asu.edu/sharcs

About the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences:

At ASU's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, we take pride in breaking down disciplinary barriers, cultivating an environment where innovative research flourishes. Our faculty are not just educators; they are trailblazers in their fields, consistently expanding the frontiers of knowledge. We invite you to join this dynamic community, where you will lead and engage in pioneering projects that redefine academic excellence.

Our interdisciplinary approach offers you unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth. By joining our faculty, youre not just advancing your career; youre shaping the future of education and research in meaningful ways. Youll be empowered to innovate and address complex global challenges, all while preparing the next generation of leaders. We are committed to supporting and guiding you throughout your academic journey, ensuring that your contributions are impactful and transformative. For more information visit us at https://newcollege.asu.edu/.

New College is located on ASUs West Valley campus, blending a liberal arts education with 21st-century workforce preparation and a learning hub for students of all ages and backgrounds supporting the rapid growth of its surrounding 14 communities. Integrating modern amenities with the natural beauty of outdoor spaces, the West Valley campus offers over 125 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across business, engineering, education, and the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.

About Arizona State University:

Arizona State University, rankedtheNo. 1 Most Innovative School in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for ten years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University. Year after year, ASU ranks at or near the top of the list in areas that matter. ASU is a comprehensive public research institution, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU operates on the principles that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students, attracting some of the highest-quality students from all 50 states and more than 130 nations.To learn more about ASU, visit https://www.asu.edu/.

All we do at ASU is guided and inspired by the ASU Charter, which reads:

ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.

Successful candidates will demonstrate throughout their materials how their teaching, research, and service will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Teach courses in relevant areas: 20th and 21st Century Art History/Theory
• Conduct Research: in Art History/Theory and at least one of the following areas: interdisciplinary theory, performance, digital media, interactive art, sound art, art games, media criticism, visual art, and cultural studies
• Provide service to the Program, School, College, and University.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Completion of PhD/MFA or other terminal degree in Art History/Theory or related field is expected prior to appointment and expertise in one of the following areas:

• interdisciplinary theory
• performance
• digital media
• interactive art
• sound art
• art games
• media criticism
• visual art
• cultural studies

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of tenure track readiness with a defined research trajectory suited for an R1 institution
• Able to research a cross-section of 20th/21st Century Art Theory and History across: new media, technology, performance, sound art, art games, cultural and identity studies
• Experience in curriculum development
• Able to teach and mentor on the undergraduate level in Art History/Theory and two or more of the following areas: interdisciplinary theory, performance, digital media, interactive art, sound art, art games, media criticism, visual art, and cultural studies.
• Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with students from a wide variety of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including first-generation college students
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness e.g., student evaluations, syllabi, peer observation, annual evaluations, etc.

Teaching/Student evaluations may be required at the time of the interview.

Application Instructions

Application Deadline:

The initial application deadline isOctober 27, 2024, at 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled or closed. A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment.For assistance with your application, or for position-related questions, contact, Tracy DeBerge, at Tracy.DeBerge@asu.edu

Application Procedure:

Only electronic submissions via Interfolio will be reviewed. All required materials must be submitted at time of initial application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please submit all application materials to http://apply.interfolio.com/155419.

Applicationsmust contain:

• Cover letter that addresses the required and desired qualifications and how your experience will demonstrate the ASU Charter
• Curriculum vitae with contact information, including telephone number and e-mail address
• Two samples of research, (e.g. scholarly publications, creative research portfolio, evidence of curatorial activities)
• Evidence of teaching experience at the undergraduate level. Including two documents from the following list: syllabi, student work, peer evaluations, and pedagogical publications
• Information for three professional references (their position, title, e-mail, phone number), one reference must be from your current or most recent employer

Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon the successful passing of the background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. (Seehttps://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.htmlandhttps://www.asu.edu/titleIX/.)

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