Employment Opportunities

Position: Studio Artist, Glass

Rank: Professor of Practice

The Newcomb Art Department of Tulane University in New Orleans seeks a Professor of Practice (non-tenure track, 3 year renewable appointment) in the area of "Visual Arts: Glass Sculpture," appointment to begin July 2013.  Teaching will include 2 courses per semester at beginning, intermediate or advanced levels to undergraduates as well as the advising of graduate students in the area of specialty. 

Responsibilities also include technical support for studio operation, construction and repair. This position oversees undergraduate lab assistants. This position is supported by the excellent hot glass facilities at Tulane.

An MFA is required, 1 year of post-degree university teaching experience preferred. The candidate must have experience with a broad range of glass equipment and processes, and possess good technical skills associated with the operation and repair of glass equipment. The candidate also must possess the ability to teach all levels of the undergraduate glass curriculum. 

Please send: letter of application, 20 images, artist statement, teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to: Glass Search, Newcomb Art Department, Tulane University, 6823 St. Charles Avenue, 202 Woldenberg Art Center, New Orleans LA 70118.

The search committee with commence its initial screening of applications on March 15, 2013.However the advertising and search process will remain active until the position is filled.

Tulane University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity.  All eligible candidates are invited to apply for position vacancies as appropriate. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

About Tulane:

Founded in 1834, Tulane is one of the most highly regarded independent research universities in the United States. It is ranked in the top 2 percent of universities nationwide by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Undergraduate and graduate programs are marked by close student-faculty interaction, a variety of campus programs, and a diverse student body representing all 50 states and more than 40 different countries. Tulane undergraduates, graduates, and staff are involved in the largest urban renewal project ever undertaken in the U.S., and Tulane strives to connect its mission to the needs of the city of New Orleans, and the nation.

Position: Art Historian, Modern/Contemporary Latin American Art

Rank: Assistant Professor

The Newcomb Art Department of Tulane University in New Orleans seeks a Latin Americanist with expertise in modern and contemporary art history.  Teaching to include an introductory-level survey of art as well as lecture courses and seminars for undergraduate and graduate students in the area of specialty. Assistant Professor, tenure-track, to begin fall 2013. Ph.D. in hand and prior teaching experience required.

The Newcomb Art Department has a dynamic art history faculty, which enjoys a collegial environment, flexibility in course offerings, accomplished and engaged students, and small class sizes. The position is supported by strong research resources at Tulane, including the Roger Thayer Stone Center for Latin American Studies. Travel and research funds are also available.

Submit application on-line at  https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/17850 a letter of application outlining teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae and  three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.

Tulane University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity.  All eligible candidates are invited to apply for position vacancies as appropriate. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Position: Studio Artist, Photography

Rank: Assistant Professor

The Newcomb Art Department of Tulane University in New Orleans seeks an Assistant Professor in Fine Art Photography. Starting date August 2013. Teaching to include courses ranging from introductory to advanced undergraduate and graduate levels (2/2 Load w graduate supervision above load) and oversee all aspects of photography facility operation.

M.F.A in Photography required. Active exhibition record and a minimum of 3 years teaching experience beyond the graduate teaching assistant level are required. Knowledge of contemporary theory, history and all practices of fine art photography, both film /chemistry based and digital processes required.

Submit the following items on-line at https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/17007: 1. Cover Letter, 2. Curriculum vita, 3. Teaching Statement, 4. Artist Statement (submit under “Other”) 5. Contact information for three references, 6. 20 digital images of professional work in a single PDF file (submit under Image #1) Please include: actual size, date and media, 7. 20 digital images of students' work in a single PDF file (submit under Image #2) Please include: actual size, date and media.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.

Tulane University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.