The Department of Art at Smith College invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible position as Harnish Visiting Artist and Lecturer in Photography, to begin July 2017. The initial term of appointment is for two-years with the possibility of renewal for an additional third year. Applicants should have an active exhibition record and fluency with historical and contemporary art. MFA or MA is required, as is at least one year of post-graduate school teaching experience.
Teaching obligations include four undergraduate courses per year, with at least one introductory-level course in digital media or cross-disciplinary practice. We seek candidates with expertise in a range of analog and digital approaches including traditional black/white photography, darkroom printing, digital photography, and digital printing. Applicants who bring an interdisciplinary perspective to the teaching and practice of photography are encouraged to apply. Details about the Department of Art can be found at https://www.smith.edu/art/studio.php.
Submit application to http://apply.interfolio.com/37488 with a cover letter, CV, statements on teaching and practice, a portfolio of 20 images of recent work, 10 images of student work, and three confidential letters of reference. Review of applicants will commence October 21, 2016 with interviews planned for late fall.
Located in the vibrant city of Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest independent women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisers, and through student-faculty research projects. The Five College Consortium, comprised of Smith, Amherst, Hampshire, and Mount Holyoke Colleges and the University of Massachusetts Amherst provides a rich intellectual and cultural life and broad collegial opportunities.
Diversifying the student body, faculty, administration, staff, and curriculum is crucial to the mission and vision for the College. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in the application process for individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants to request any needed accommodation(s). We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures, including, but not limited to, those based on ability, age, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and veteran status.
Smith College is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.