Tuesday Job Roundup
Check back next week for the next set of jobs and fellowships!
- Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track at Boston University
- Assistant Professor – Emporia State University
- Assistant Professor of Multimedia Arts Technology – Western Michigan University
- Sculpture / 3-D Design – Cal State, Fullerton
- AltAc staff position – UT Dallas
- Research Data Specialist – Kelvin Smith Library, Case Western Reserve University
Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track at Boston University
The Boston University College of Communication invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Emerging Media Studies with an appointment in the Department of Film & Television. This position is on social aspects of new media with expertise in empirical approaches to related topics such as virtual reality, augmented reality, digital games, new distribution channels (including mobiles and online streaming), and novel business models. Familiarity with statistics is expected sufficient to teach and guide interested graduate students. This position is unique in that the successful candidate will be able to teach students working with social scientific theories and methodologies as well as those trained in humanistic approaches common to the field of Film and Television Studies. Therefore, candidates should be able to make their area(s) of expertise relatable to students of film, television, and emerging media.
The College of Communication is home to interdisciplinary research engaged with both quantitative and qualitative methods. The Division of Emerging Media Studies interacts with the three departments within the College: Film & Television, Journalism, and Mass Communication/Advertising/Public Relations. The candidate hired for this position will be appointed in the Department of Film & Television and will teach mainly in the cross-cutting Division of Emerging Media Studies. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Communication, Media Studies or a related field, experience teaching at the university level, and a record of scholarly publications or a demonstrated potential to achieve such a record. Advanced ABDs will also be considered. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in media and communication theory and in the area of specialization; supervising master’s theses and doctoral dissertations; and broadening the research profile of the Division of Emerging Media Studies and the Department of Film & Television.
Boston is a rich multicultural city and a hub of higher learning with a wide array of recreational activities. Currently ranked among the largest media market in United States, Boston is a thriving center of cultural and intellectual creativity. Situated in the heart of this historic yet urban environment, Boston University faculty and students regularly form close partnerships with international media and research firms. Boston University is currently ranked 32nd among the world’s universities by US News and World Report. Faculty at BU enjoy tremendous opportunities to collaborate not only with colleagues on the Charles River Campus but also the BU Medical Campus/School of Medicine as well as scholars from the more than 50 colleges and universities in the Boston metropolitan area.
Formal review of applications will begin immediately but the position will remain open until filled.
Applicants should submit a CV, the names and contact information for three references, and a letter that includes a personal statement of research and teaching philosophy.
Materials should be sent to by email to the attention of:
Maureen A. Mahoney
Assistant Dean, Administration & Finance
College of Communication
Boston University
640 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
maclark@bu.edu
Assistant Professor at Emporia State University
Emporia State University’s Department of Communication and Theatre invites applications for a tenure-track nine month, Assistant Professor position to begin August, 2018. Ph.D. preferred; ABD considered.
The department offers an undergraduate major in communication and seeks applicants with an interest in teaching upper-level courses primarily in Social Media/Digital Communication. Additional teaching interests may include, but not be limited to, Leadership and Group Communication. The successful applicant will also be expected to teach the Public Speaking course. The normal teaching load for this position is twelve hours per semester, and other relevant duties including advising and maintaining appropriate levels of research and service activity. Excellent teaching skills are required.
Screening of applications will begin February 16, 2018 and continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is available.
To apply, send a letter of application, vita, and contact information for three professional references to Dr. Stephen E. Catt, Department of Communication & Theatre, Campus Box 4033, Emporia State University, 1 Kellogg Circle, Emporia, KS 66801-5087; email: scatt@emporia.edu; phone: 620-341-5256; web: www.emporia.edu/communication. A background check is required.
Assistant Professor of Multimedia Arts Technology – Western Michigan University
Duties:
-Teach courses in the Multimedia Arts Technology-Music (MAT) Program, including courses involving creating audio for video and video editing, upper-level special topics courses, and overseeing year-long Capstone Projects.
-Coordinate the MAT program, including managing of technology in workspaces, planning budgets to acquire new/replacement technology, and overseeing graduate students.
-Engage in service to the School, College, and University; and in recruitment activities.
-Collaborate with other faculty.
-Other teaching and non-teaching assignments determined by departmental needs and applicant qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications:
-MM or MFA in Multimedia Arts Technology or related field, such as Music Technology, Sound Art, or a degree focused on digital media.
-Knowledge of and experience working with both audio and video software and hardware.
-Previous teaching experience.
-Demonstrated record of professional activities and research involving digital media, including non-academic projects such as sound design, music for video games or other media, video projects, computer programming work, designing electronics, live sound reinforcement and event management, and/or presentations of your research or creative work at academic conferences.
-Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative arts.
Desired Qualifications:
-PhD or DMA in Multimedia Arts Technology or related field, such as Music Technology, a degree focused on digital media, or a degree involving creative work with digital media.
-Previous teaching experience at the collegiate level as the instructor of record.
-A broad knowledge of multimedia arts technology in order to facilitate and assist with diverse Capstone Projects.
-Skills, experience, or knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
—Generating audio for visual media, including MIDI Orchestration and sound design
—Live sound reinforcement
—Audio engineering
—Computer programming related to the arts
—Electrical engineering related to audio and visual projects
Research or client-based work in one or more of the following:
—Generating and editing audio for video projects
—Generating and editing video for audiovisual projects
—Live sound reinforcement and event production
—Building electronics for audio and/or video projects
—Computer programming for audio and/or video projects
Position URL: http://wmich.edu/hr/jobs
Required Applicant Documents:
-Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications
-Curriculum Vitae
-List of audio and video hardware and software with which you have worked, divided into two categories: expert and experienced
-List of References, including phone numbers
-Three letters of recommendation
-Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please submit the letters of recommendation electronically (Interfolio preferred) to music@wmich.edu.
OR by mail:
MAT Search
WMU School of Music
1903 W Michigan Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5434
Additional Position Information:
Review of applications will begin on 02.01.18
External Closing Date: Open until filled
Sculpture / 3-D Design – Cal State, Fullerton
Tenure-Track
The Department of Visual Arts in the College of the Arts at California State University, Fullerton invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor tenure-track faculty position in Sculpture as part of the Three-Dimensional Media areas with appointment starting in Fall 2018. CSUF values and is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse University community. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate through their teaching, research, and service that they can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community.
Position
The candidate for this position must be qualified to teach all levels in BA, BFA, MA and MFA courses in Sculpture / 3-D Design including traditions such as wood/metal/plastic fabrication, mold making, metal casting, welding, kinetics, and digital processes. Candidates must have a keen interest in teaching sculpture including an understanding of interdisciplinary approaches to sculpture and be engaged with critical issues related to the discipline. The candidate will guide and develop the sculpture degree program, teach 3-courses each semester, and participate in advising and mentoring students. Faculty members are responsible for creative activity and/or scholarly research recognized by peer review, professional activity (currency in the field), and service to the department, college, university, and community.
Required Qualifications
- MFA degree in Sculpture or closely related field.
- Evidence of contemporary artistic practice and demonstrated record of creative achievement with a substantive national or international exhibition record.
- Evidence of effective teaching with pedagogy informed by a broad knowledge of sculpture’s traditions and proficiency with a variety of sculpture materials and methods.
- Demonstrated skills of sculpture traditions such as wood/metal/plastic fabrication, mold making, metal casting, welding, kinetics and digital processes; and a proven ability to teach all levels of technical and conceptual approaches to studio practices.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching and actively developing programs and curricula to maintain the Sculpture program’s presence at a national level.
- Demonstrated knowledge and practice with the safe operation and maintenance of a fully equipped Sculpture facility and foundry.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of culturally diverse students, faculty, and staff and ability to collaborate as a member of a team.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
Rank and Salary
The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary is subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is also offered which includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system, along with optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, go to: http://hr.fullerton.edu/payroll_benefits/HealthCarePlans.php
Appointment Date
August 2018
The Department
The CSUF Art Department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and is located about 30 miles from downtown Los Angeles in metropolitan Orange County. The Art Department counts approximately 1,500 undergraduate art majors, 60 graduate students, 31 full-time faculty, and 60 part-time instructors. A full range of fine arts and professional programs is offered and a nationally recognized art gallery is located in the Visual Arts complex. Grand Central Art Center, a 45,000 sq. ft. graduate studio, residence, and exhibition facility is located 15 minutes from the main campus. For more information about the Art Department and the College of the Arts, please refer to the website: http://www.fullerton.edu/arts/art.
Application Procedures
A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. To apply, please go to: https://apps.fullerton.edu/facultyrecruitment to view all job listings and select 9950BR to begin the application process and provide the following materials:
- Cover letter relating your experience to the required qualifications
- Curriculum vitae
- Contact information for three professional references
- Teaching philosophy with a diversity statement addressing your experience, ability and willingness to interact effectively with a wide and culturally-diverse range of students and colleagues. (2-page limit)
- Digital portfolio of 20 images of current (from the past 5-years) creative/scholarly work. The portfolio must showcase applicant’s artistic accomplishments.
- Digital portfolio of 20 examples of student work that reflects breadth of sculptural media and demonstrate the candidate’s ability to teach all levels of technical and conceptual approaches to studio practices. Examples should notate: student’s level; how work related to course assignments; and any other information needed to place the work in context.
- Sample syllabi or assignments to support students’ work.
The finalists for this position will be contacted by the Search Committee to submit:
- Three current and signed professional letters of recommendations to be uploaded by the recommenders thru the on-line recruitment system (see instructions below)
- Official academic transcripts from all higher education institutions attended
- Additional material may be required of applicants
On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application, which could be different from your list of three professional references. They will immediately receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUF by logging back in to the recruitment system.
Please direct all questions about the position to: Dale A. Merrill, Dean, College of the Arts @ dmerrill@fullerton.edu, with the subject line “Sculpture Search,” or call 657-278-3256.
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately. All application received by January 19, 2018 are assured full consideration. Position is open until filled.
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
AltAc staff position – UT Dallas
The School of Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication (ATEC) is the newest school at the University of Texas at Dallas. Created in 2015, ATEC offers multidisciplinary programs in emerging media arts, animation & games, critical media studies, and design & technology. Faculty include artists, designers, scientists, scholars, and reflective practitioners, who collaborate on the production of new knowledge that takes different forms: papers, books, funded research, installations, exhibits, animations, and games.
The Research Coordinator provides logistical support for activities such as lecture series, symposia, exhibitions, workshops, studio visits, and lab open houses. Additional responsibilities include maintaining databases of research opportunities, journal / conference submission calendar, and external events such as festivals, exhibitions, or lectures.
We seek candidates with the Ph.D. or advanced doctoral training in digital humanities, creative computation, or emerging media design. Candidates should have experience working in a research environments such as a lab or studio. Key skills required: project management, media content development, digital communication design, creative problem-solving.
Please send initial letters of inquiry to:
Dean Anne Balsamo
anne.balsamo@utdallas.edu(link sends e-mail)
Official job application site will be online soon.
For more information about ATEC
http://www.utdallas.edu/atec/
Research Data Specialist – Kelvin Smith Library, Case Western Reserve University
Position Description: Working independently and with initiative, the Research Data Specialist position is a non-supervisory position that reports to the Digital Learning and Scholarship team leader. The RDS will provide leadership and expertise in the areas of quantitative and qualitative data analysis, geospatial data visualization, working in collaboration with campus-wide initiatives around research data management, providing guidance and creating best practices for ethical data creation, cultural analysis and dissemination.
The RDS will be creatively engaged with faculty and students involved in digital scholarship, supporting and serving as a resource to campus members developing digital projects and publications, including those with data visualization or GIS components. This individual is expected to establish partnerships with faculty throughout the University in order to (1) identify emerging research or instructional needs; (2) create competencies around data literacy and use, such as standards around informed consent or ethics of web scraping secondary data; (3) maintain awareness of federal agency requirements regarding data management, including funding requirements for data integrity and access; (4) assess usage and impact.
Qualifications Required: Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
Environment The Kelvin Smith Library is a dynamic, technology-rich, and highly collaborative organization that is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), OhioLINK, and CNI. Supported by an endowment, the Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship integrates e-research and digital scholarship services. Founded in 1826, the University is an internationally recognized private research university serving 4,400 undergraduates and 5,650 graduate students with a full-time faculty of 3,055. Situated in Cleveland’s vibrant University Circle cultural community, CWRU is an integral partner with world-class cultural organizations such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Western Reserve Historical Society, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. KSL affiliate libraries include the Cleveland Institute of Art, the Cleveland Institute of Music, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives.
Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience.