Posted in Other 30+ days ago.
Location: LOWELL, Massachusetts
Job no: 521043
Position type: Faculty Full Time
Benefit Status: Benefited-Non-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Art and Design
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience
Applications Open: Feb 05 2024
Applications Close: Open until filled
General Summary of Position:
The Digital Media Program and the Art & Design Department at The University of Massachusetts Lowell invites applications for a full-time Visiting Faculty position to start in the Fall Semester of 2024. This role is a one-semester opportunity with the possibility of renewal for the 2024-25 academic year upon favorable review. The successful candidate will be responsible for the 3-3 teaching load with significant service to the program including overseeing facilities, supervising student workers, and equipment management and check-out services.
Primary responsibilities are to provide high-quality teaching and service to the program. A candidate should hold a Master of Fine Arts degree in the field of video and audio production (or relevant media) and have at least one year of university/college teaching experience. We seek a committed and collegial individual who must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Responsibilities will consist of teaching existing undergraduate courses in foundations and promoting innovation in pedagogy. The successful candidate would also be involved in actively participating in continuing efforts to improve the department's educational mission.
Additionally, a relevant candidate will help with the managing of the program's facilities and equipment and supervise student assistants. The ideal candidate should have great communication skills and leadership experience, be well-versed in media technology, and possess working knowledge of film and video production, camera and lighting equipment, and grip. Experience with Adobe CC Premier, Audition, After Effects, and Davinci Resolve are a plus. Other complementary areas of expertise will be considered. Women, people of color, and members of other underrepresented communities are especially encouraged to apply.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as in curriculum and support programs while promoting an inclusive and nurturing environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to this goal and encourage candidates to apply and to identify their strengths in these areas.
Minimum Qualifications (Required):
Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Pavel Romaniko, at Pavel_Romaniko@uml.edu.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications received by February 28, 2024 will be considered in the first review of candidates, but the position will remain open until filled.
Please submit the following required documents with your application:
Posting updated 2/5/2024.