Job description

DEPARTMENT OF ART AND ART HISTORY
One Year Visiting Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

Otterbein University, a comprehensive liberal arts institution, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in the area of graphic design.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The expected teaching load for this position is seven courses, distributed over a two-term academic year. Teaching responsibilities include beginning and advanced graphic design, illustration, a 2-dimensional design foundations course, and a course in the Integrative Studies General Education program. Beyond successful teaching, the occupant of this position will have departmental service responsibilities including recruitment and mentoring. They will also be responsible for managing and maintaining the graphic design lab and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

M.F.A. in a relevant field of study by the start of appointment. Terminal degree required for appointment as Assistant Professor. Area of Specialization: Graphic Design. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence in the liberal arts tradition, possess an active exhibition record or list of client-based work, and value the opportunity to mentor a talented and diverse body of students.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:* Ability to incorporate animation, social media, internet/computational art, or other emerging technologies into courses.

Otterbein University requires all employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University HR department. Proof of vaccination or an approved exemption must be submitted to the University Human Resources department prior to the employee’s start date. Finalist candidates who would like to request information regarding religious and medical exemptions will be directed to HR for details.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

WHEN: This appointment is for the 2023-24 academic year and will begin August 2023
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COMPENSATION:* For the rank of Assistant Professor - $54,500 (plus full University benefits)
DEPARTMENT: The Department of Art and Art History, composed of seven full-time and four part-time faculty, offers a major in Art (B.A. and B.F.A.) with concentrations in Ceramics, Drawing, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography, and Video Art. We also feature a major and minor in Art History. Minors in Studio Art and Photography are also offered. The mission of the department is to offer studio and art history programs linked to the University’s liberal arts foundation, preparing graduates for a variety of professional options. Additionally, the department is committed to offering visual arts courses that complement the liberal education of all students at Otterbein.

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OTTERBEIN UNIVERSITY:* Historically progressive. That is the hallmark of Otterbein University and those connected to this private university nestled in the picturesque, historic Uptown Westerville district in central Ohio and minutes away from Columbus, Ohio’s largest city. Otterbein has set the pace by providing an educational experience that is progressive, innovative, and inclusive. Students come from towns throughout Ohio, as well as many states and multiple countries, enriching the campus through their individual and collective diversity. As a university that educates students of various racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, we strive for and value a diverse faculty and staff that reflects our student population and Franklin County. Otterbein is the first university in Ohio to be selected by the American Association of Colleges and Universities to host a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Campus Center. Otterbein will work with its own campus community as well as the Columbus City and Westerville City school districts to create positive narrative change about race; promote racial healing activities; and erase structural barriers to equity and opportunity. To learn more about Otterbein, visit www.otterbein.edu .
WHERE: Otterbein University is located in Westerville, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus, and has received notable national designations, including two appearances on Money Magazine’s Top 100 list of Americas’ “Best Places to Live” and recognized as one of Forbes “America’s Friendliest Towns.” Westerville has a population of approximately 37,000 people and combines the beauty and convenience of a medium-sized community with the cultural, educational, and economic benefits of Columbus, the state capital, a thriving and diverse metropolitan area of 1.4 million people. Central Ohio is the fastest growing area in the state with stability provided by a diversified economy.
APPLICATION: Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a diversity statement, and contact information for three professional references. The diversity statement should be no more than one single-spaced page, and should address the following two questions: How has a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion informed your teaching, scholarship, and/or professional experience to date? How do you see yourself contributing to Otterbein’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Additionally, submit a PDF file with samples of personal work (not to exceed a combination of 20 image files and links to video work) -or- a link to an online portfolio, a PDF file with 20 samples of student work (image files and video links) -or- a link to samples online. Special Instructions: (file sizes should not exceed 12MB). Applications should be received by April 3, 2023, however applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. If you are selected as a semi-finalist, for this position, an official transcript will be requested, for the highest degree earned, at that time. Otterbein University is an EEO Employer.
Otterbein considers diversity and inclusion as integral parts of the University’s achievement of excellence. Women, members of groups that have been historically under-represented in higher education, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Otterbein University is an EEO Employer.
Otterbein University is committed to providing a welcoming environment free from unlawful discrimination. To this end, the University prohibits any form of discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, creed, marital status, partnership status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, military status, or any other legally protected status in its programs and activities. However, the University’s commitment to a nondiscriminatory environment is not intended to abridge unduly its commitment to academic freedom, free speech, or its educational mission.

To help attract a talented team, Otterbein offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time faculty and staff.
Benefits at Otterbein include:

• Tuition benefit for employee and their dependents
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance for employee, dependents, or domestic partner
• Disability
• Defined contribution retirement plan
• and much more

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Job Type: Full-time

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