Photographer, Assistant Professor,
Tenure Track, Begin September, 2008
Rank:
Assistant Professor
Salary:
Competitive
Qualifications
MFA in Photography
active exhibiting artist with a record of artistic achievement
knowledge of Macintosh computers, relevant software and Epson printers
ability to teach traditional film photography, alternative processes and digital imaging from a fine arts and commercial perspective
ability to teach foundation courses. Strong candidates will possess a record of teaching and professional experience in the field, as well as a solid record of creative achievement. Applicants should have extensive knowledge of and experience with the Macintosh platform as well as all relevant design software including Photoshop.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities will involve teaching introductory, advanced, and graduate
photography courses including the history of photography as well as the development and
expansion of the digital imaging curriculum. Participation in curriculum development,
academic advising, committee work within the School of Art and the University will be
included in this position. The candidate will be expected to interact with both
undergraduate and graduate students. Minor maintenance of computer labs and network,
participation in curriculum development, academic advising, and committee work within the
School of Art and across campus are also components of the position.
Location
Louisiana Tech, a university of 11,000 students, is located in Ruston, with a population
of 25,000. It is sixty miles from Shreveport/Bossier City, and thirty miles from
Monroe/West Monroe - cities of 250,000 and 100,000 respectively.
Our Program
The School of Art is one of the largest units within the College of Liberal Arts. The
School has four hundred art majors in the following degree programs: BFA and MFA in
Communication Design, Photography, and Studio. Our programs are accredited by the
National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Application Procedure
Send letter of application with a statement of your teaching philosophy, resume, twenty
images of personal work and twenty images of student work on a CD (Mac formatted), copies
of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and a list of three current references.
Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Mail Applications to:
Chair, Photography Search Committee
Louisiana Tech University
School of Art PO Box 3175w
Ruston, LA 71272
Louisiana Tech University is a member of the University of Louisiana System. AA/EOE/WMA. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
undergraduate programs
studio
invitation from the director
