Massachusetts Institute of Technology Seeks Assistant Professor
of Visual Arts
http://visualarts.mit.edu
Master of Fine Arts degree or equivalent
Emerging international recognition as a practicing artist
Experience teaching at the college, university or art school level
Skills, knowledge and accomplishments in technocultural, technoaesthetic and performative art practice and a strong interest in transdisciplinary collaboration
The candidate must be highly knowledgeable in contemporary art practice, art history, art and media theory
This position is a unique opportunity to engage, interact and inspire undergraduate students from a variety of cultures and disciplines, as well as to mentor an exceptional group of graduate students in the visual arts. We are seeking candidates of diverse backgrounds and approaches, who are passionate about community building and who have an interest in collaborative projects crossing to other fields. The appointment can begin as early as fall 2010.
Please submit materials on DVD or CD to Professor Krzysztof Wodiczko, Chair, Search Committee, MIT Visual Arts Program, 265 Massachusetts Avenue N51-328, Cambridge, MA 02139. Submissions will not be returned to applicant. Included with materials should be (in digital format on disk):
CV
Letter of intention and teaching philosophy
A well-organized selection of artistic work, presented in a manner to make it easy to review
Names and contact information of at least four references
Other supporting materials such as selection of writing by applicant (writings, interviews, statements) and/or critical reviews by others of applicant’s work is appreciated
MIT is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. MIT is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.
Review of applications begins: November 1, 2009
Information on the Visual Arts Program: http://visualarts.mit.edu
Information about the position: http://visualarts.mit.edu/resources/jobs.html
Email inquiries: [email protected]
