University Faculty Art, Printmaking

University Faculty Art, Printmaking

Requisition Number: F00550P

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Department of Visual Art and
Design (DOVAD) at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, invites
applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor
position in Printmaking. The position includes a full-time
undergraduate teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester
(typically three courses).

We seek an innovative artist and educator with a strong record of
professional practice and scholarly work that advances the field of
contemporary visual art. The successful candidate will demonstrate
excellence in teaching, creative practice/ research, and the skills
to maintain a safe and organized print studio. The department
values faculty members capable of cultivating student abilities in
critical problem-solving, technical proficiency, and effective
communication across evolving contemporary platforms.

As part of our faculty, the successful candidate will help
cultivate a dynamic learning environment while advancing the
department's focus on visual culture, technology, and public
engagement. We place high value on varied experiences and
perspectives among departmental faculty and within our curriculum.
We encourage applications from candidates who are committed to
supporting the learning needs of all students and contributing to
our mission as both an open-enrollment institution and an emerging
Hispanic-Serving Institution. This appointment begins July 1,
2027.

$60,000 annual starting salary with room for adjustment based on
exceptional qualifications. Position comes with a generous
benefits package.

Program Information The Printmaking program is an
essential part of DOVAD at Weber State University. Offering a

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in 2D Media, the program
prepares students for the evolving field by emphasizing conceptual
foundations and emerging technologies. Faculty actively mentor
students through academic advising and professional development
opportunities. Faculty have strong support through research and
professional development grants, as well as opportunities for
interdisciplinary collaboration through the Honors program and the
Matthew S. Browning Design Lab. Additionally, the Department of
Visual Art & Design supports research via the Art &
Computing (ACT) Lab, a multimedia workshop with a focus on
innovation at the intersection of art and technology, and maintains
additional facilities for large-scale printing and digital
illustration.

Job Duties:

Job Duties

The successful candidate will teach introductory to upper-level
Printmaking courses, as well as courses in DOVAD's five-course
Studio Foundations curriculum, General Education, and BFA capstone
courses. The position also includes primary responsibility for
management and upkeep of the printmaking studio. The faculty member
will have the opportunity to contribute to curricular revision and
innovation. The candidate is expected to maintain active
professional practices, such as exhibitions, artist residencies,
lectures, workshops, or publications and to participate in service
to the Department, College, and University.

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• A terminal degree (MFA, PhD, or equivalent) in Printmaking, 2D

Media, or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be
considered if the degree will be completed by July 1, 2027.

• Two or more years of experience teaching printmaking
• Experience with managing and maintaining a fully-equipped

printmaking lab for etching, lithography, relief, screen printing,
letterpress, and photographic printmaking methods

Preferred Qualifications:

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical,
dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a
wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition
benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and
paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 10/13/2026

Close Date: 01/04/2027

Open Until Filled: No

Notes to Applicants:

To apply, please complete the online application and
electronically submit the following:

1) As one PDF (10 MB max):

• Cover letter specifically addressing candidate's interest in

the position and teaching expertise, with emphasis on printmaking
and related two-dimensional media (two pages maximum)

• Curriculum Vitae

2) As a separate PDF (10MB max) current professional portfolio with
image list (include, title, media, dimensions, date),
or URL to a website with equivalent information.
Note: video and other digital submissions of work
not well-represented by still images are acceptable where
applicable. Include access to these as URLs.

Note: Candidates advancing past initial screening will be asked to
submit additional materials related to teaching including: student
work examples, teaching philosophy, and list of professional
references. Applicants selected for further consideration will be
contacted for an interview via Zoom.

Applications must be received by January 4, 2027.

Criminal background check required as a condition of
employment.

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging
ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or
important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. ,
Ability to receive detailed information with or without
assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting
up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force
frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move
objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater
than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and
field of vision: Required to perform activities such as
preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a
computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this
position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to
adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or
administrative work).

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