Ceramics and Foundations Assistant Professor

Position Title

Ceramics and Foundations Assistant Professor

Faculty

Regular

Assistant Professor

The School of Art and Design at the University of Wisconsin-Stout invites qualified candidates to apply for the tenure‑track position of Ceramics and Foundations Assistant Professor. As full‑time faculty, responsibilities will include teaching all levels of ceramics and foundations, professional and academic research in the field of ceramics, university service and student mentorship.

The individual hired will teach introductory through advanced level ceramics, demonstrating expertise in wheel‑throwing, ceramic sculptural techniques, and mold making. Candidates should also be willing to engage in interdisciplinary or digital processes. Expectations for this position also include studio management and maintenance, collaborative engagement with faculty across the school and campus, student worker supervision, and teaching foundation courses in 3D Design, 2D Design, or drawing when qualified.

Students range from ceramic majors to all levels of art and design students and other majors taking ceramics as a general‑education fulfillment.

Facilities include electric kilns, gas reduction kilns, electric wheels, a slab roller, extruder, glaze room with spray booth, and an advanced student work area. Faculty are responsible for safety inspections, maintenance, kiln firing, clay and glaze mixing, ordering supplies, and mentoring the Student Ceramics Guild.

Primary expectations include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, creative research, and service to the University. Course delivery is in‑person and in accordance with NASAD standards. This is a full‑time, 9‑month academic year position.

• Completed MFA in Ceramics
• Evidence of potential for teaching excellence
• Experience teaching ceramics, including creation and glazing at the college level
• Experience teaching one or more art foundation classes at the college level
• Ceramic studio management experience including glaze and clay mixing, gas and electric kiln operations
• Expertise in two of the following with familiarity with all three: wheel‑thrown pottery, sculptural hand‑building, mold making/slip casting techniques

• Active creative practice through a record of exhibitions, presentations, or other professional research activities
• Ability to utilize new and emerging digital technologies

Note:

A terminal degree (M.F.A.) is required for promotion to full professor, unless by special exception process.

• Teach introductory through advanced level ceramics
• Teach foundations courses such as 2D Design, 3D Design, or Drawing
• Lead role in Ceramics Studio to include:
  • Safety inspections
  • Maintenance of electric and gas‑fueled reduction kiln firing
  • Clay mixing and glaze mixing
  • Ordering supplies
  • Student worker supervision
  • Mentoring of the Student Ceramics Guild
• Conduct student academic advisement and assessment of student learning, contributing to program assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement processes
• Maintain an active creative practice as a studio artist
• Participate in department, school and/or university committees
• Foster a rigorous and inclusive learning environment
• Provide support to maintain a healthy and safe classroom environment, and perform other duties as designated by the Chair

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Employee benefits, including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.