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Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Art in Sculpture and Ceramics
Classification Title Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility

Department Art & Art History
Job Description
The Department of Art and Art History (https://hope.edu/academics/art-and-art-history/) invites applications for a 1-year Visiting Assistant Professor position of Studio Art in Sculpture and Ceramics, beginning Fall 2026. Primary teaching responsibilities include basic sculpture and ceramics courses. These courses are populated by studio majors and minors, as well as students taking Arts in Practice courses for the Anchor Plan. The expected teaching load is 3 courses per semester. Preparing and executing all work for assigned classes, including syllabi preparation, instruction delivery, and student assessment are also part of these positions, as well as maintaining regular, published office hours for students.

Details about the facilities and equipment can be found by following this link.

Is this a visiting faculty position? Yes
Rank Assistant
Qualifications
MFA Degree in studio art.

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope's mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their Christian faith and commitment to the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors. More guidelines for Hope College candidate's response to the mission statement can be found at hope.edu/jobs.

Interested candidates should submit the following:

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts (If hired, candidates will need to provide official transcripts for their highest degree.)
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Contact information for 2-3 references
5. Samples of student work, if available
6. Mission response

Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings
"All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review."

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2023-132FR
Job Posting Open Date 03/25/2026
Job Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.hope.edu/postings/5170

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Mission: Global/diversity response
5. Mission: Christian response
6. References
7. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
8. Portfolio - Student Work

Optional Documents

1. Media File
2. Portfolio
3. Teaching Statement