Assistant Professor - Art & Design; Sculpture

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Professor - Art & Design (Sculpture)

Location: Valdosta State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 293938

Valdosta State University (VSU) is a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia. The university is dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service. The VSU mission includes student, university, and regional components, with core values of community, civility, integrity, and citizenship as reflected in the Blazer Creed.

Blazer Creed

VSU is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect where open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The core values are civility, integrity, and citizenship. We pledge to uphold these values for the advancement of the University.

The Department of Art & Design seeks applicants for a faculty position beginning August 1, 2026. This is a full-time, benefitted tenure-track position. The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in sculpture and 3D/4D foundations, maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels.

Review of completed applications will begin February 23, 2026. For more information contact Ms. Abigail Heuss, Art & Design Department Head, via email awheuss or phone: .

• Cover letter addressing qualifications, history of student mentorship, and vision for the position
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letters of recommendation and contact info for three professional references
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Professional and Student portfolio
• Transcripts (unofficial)

Based on the Proclamation:
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B), VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice.

Department Summary

Primarily responsible for teaching courses in Sculpture and foundations courses in 3D/4D media, with additional teaching responsibilities as needed. Teaching load will be up to 3/3 per semester. The position includes maintaining the sculpture tools and studio, as well as stewardship of shared teaching and studio spaces. The role also includes student mentoring, recruitment, curriculum management, and community engagement as part of service, and maintaining scholarly productivity.

Typical Allocation of Duties

• Teaching and scholarship – 80%
• Teaching classes and conducting/presenting research in the employee's academic discipline
• Service – 20%
• Participates in service at the department, college, and university levels

• Terminal degree in sculpture (M.F.A.) by appointment date
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
• Knowledge of skills and practices in studio/design areas, especially sculpture
• Understanding of industry-standard safety practices and protocols
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting
• Ability to teach sculpture fabrication, and other techniques such as casting, welding, and use of the wood shop

• A record of effective teaching
• A record of mentoring students
• Ability to work with all levels of undergraduate students
• Ability to maintain budgets related to class resources and studio needs

Commensurate with experience

The University System of Georgia’s core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG policy manuals linked in the original posting.

Applicants Are Required To Provide

• Professional references with current contact information
• Documentation of academic credentials
• Employment history

During the search process, VSU reserves the right to: disclose criminal record history for Positions of Trust during initial screening and prior to a conditional offer, view social media outlets, and remove postings without additional notification.

Employment Is Contingent Upon

• Successful completion of a background check, including a criminal background check
• Reference checks

Employment may also be contingent upon job-based requirements if applicable: satisfactory credit check, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), pre-employment drug testing, and confirmation of credentials.

After hire, onboarding includes training such as New Employee Orientation, USG and campus-specific trainings.

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Catherine Wills, Office of Human Resources, at croark.

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