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Position Information

Department School of VPDA (CLA)

Position Title Assistant Professor

Job Title Assistant Professor: Studio Arts

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts ( SVPDA ) invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Studio Arts position.

We seek a colleague whose teaching, research, and creative work engages with contemporary technologies and technology-informed practices in the field of contemporary art. While the form, format, and media of that work are not preemptively specified, interdisciplinary approaches that contribute to cross-campus collaborations are particularly welcome. The position holder will bring vision and vitality to shaping the future of an art program with a rich history in a variety of studio areas, a program dedicated to undergraduate education in a land-grant, research university context. The candidate’s expertise and approach to teaching should position itself within this diverse range of studio practices.

We seek an artist with a promise of sustained contributions to the field and an active or growing national/international profile and presence. Successful teaching and mentoring will depend on a practitioner with strong conceptual foundations and high-level skills and technique covering the span from medium- to idea-specific making. Teaching responsibilities are likely to include expanded practices/media, new genres, and emerging technologies, with a focus on experiential learning and professional practices. The position holder is expected to contribute to vigorous curriculum design and development focused on the cultural ramifications of technology and the impact of technologies on studio practices.

The arts are uniquely and prominently featured at Oregon State University ( OSU ), with new opportunities emerging in the Huang Collaborative Innovation Center’s Extended Reality Theatre and the recent opening of the Patricia Valian Reser Center for Creative Arts (PRAx), in addition to the recent comprehensive renovation of Fairbanks Hall and the addition of new studio spaces in Snell Hall. The College of Liberal Arts is a community that includes and values the voices of all people, in which we strive to offer a welcoming and rich academic, intellectual, and cultural environment for everyone.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

•Top 1.4% university in the world

•More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

•1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

•2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

•7cultural resource centers (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

•100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

•35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

•217k+ alumni worldwide

•For more interesting facts about OSU visit:https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

•Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

•Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

•Retirement savings paid by the university.

•A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

•Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

•Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

•Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

45% Teaching, Mentoring, and Assigned Duties

Teaching assignments will be determined by the Area Coordinator and approved by the SVPDA Director. Assignments may include both new and existing classes and are likely to include topics in expanded practices/media, new genres, and emerging technologies, with a focus on experiential learning and professional practices. Teaching responsibilities are also likely to include individual student mentorship and special projects for small groups. The teaching load is typically five courses over a three-term academic year (e.g. 2-2-1).

45% Creative and Scholarly

The faculty member is expected to maintain scholarly and/or creative activities in the area of expertise. This work may be generated both collaboratively and independently, should be validated by peer-review, and must be communicated in appropriate ways valuable to the school and discipline. Research and scholarship for this position may include:

+ Creative work/art exhibitions

+ Professional/public presentations

+ Presentations at regional/national/ international conferences

+ Journal articles and/or books

+ Extramural support for creative/scholarly work

Scholarship and research of the successful candidate will strengthen connections to other academic units through support of interdisciplinary collaboration among SVPDA programs (music, graphic design, theatre), across CLA , and with other colleges conducting applicable research at OSU .

10% Service

Service to the art area (including course and program development), the School, College of Liberal Arts, and University. External service in professional organizations related to the field is also encouraged. Additional service may take place at the School or University level, through service to the profession, supervision of student employees, and/or through recruiting and outreach.

What You Will Need

+ Terminal degree ( MFA or equivalent).

+ Demonstrated experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.

+ Demonstrated engagement with contemporary, technology-informed studio practices.

+ Record of significant creative exhibitions, publications, or demonstrated creative/scholarly potential commensurate with expectations at a large research university.

+ Evident commitment to educational equity, effectiveness, and inclusivity.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Three years of teaching experience at the university level.

• Experience in designing and implementing undergraduate courses and curriculum.

• Ability to lead and provide strategic vision in building programs and integrating interdisciplinary ideas and skills.

• Experience designing and/or managing equipment and studios.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Working environments will include studios, galleries, and other exhibition/presentation venue settings, and schedules will sometimes include special projects, off-campus engagements, and installation of exhibitions.

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $65,000 - $80,000

Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position\_descriptions/174980

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P09581UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/16/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 12/01/2025

Full Consideration Date 01/19/2026

Closing Date 03/01/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 19, 2026.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV;

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position; and

3) Please include a single page document with links to representative research and/or creative work (upload in Other Document 1). Additional materials may be requested later in the process

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Coleen Keedah

[email protected]

(541) 737-5003

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks) website including thefor candidates (https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team [email protected].

Supplemental Questions

Read More at: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/175042

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.