Art and Design; Foundations Tenure-Track Faculty

Overview

Art and Design (Foundations) Tenure-Track Faculty at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) invites applications. The Department of Art and Design seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

The Department of Art and Design at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#124020) at the rank of assistant or associate professor in foundations. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026.

As a Foundations Faculty Member, The Successful Candidate Will

• Teach core undergraduate courses, including Drawing I & II, 2D Design, and Foundations of Digital Art and Design.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program enhancement.
• Engage in student advising and mentorship.
• Participate in recruitment, retention, and outreach initiatives.
• Maintain an active, creative research and exhibition practice.
• Collaborate on grant writing and departmental service.
• Lead and support student programming and Foundations-related activities with enthusiasm.

An MFA in Studio Art with an emphasis in 2D or digital practices is required by the appointment date.

Applicants with the following will receive special consideration.

• Two (2) years of full-time teaching experience in foundations beyond a graduate assistantship.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite programs, digital fabrication, or time-based / interactive media.
• A strong record of professional accomplishments.

To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.

Note:

In addition, work samples must be submitted as “Other Document 1.” The work samples must include:

• Student work portfolio (20 images) as JPEGs, a PDF, or a link to an online portfolio. The student work samples must include each image's date, title, media, dimensions, and course name.
• Personal portfolio of creative activity (20 images) as JPEGs, a PDF, or a link to an online portfolio. The portfolio must include the dates, title, media, and dimensions for each image.

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage.

If you need help applying, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at . If you have position-specific questions, please contact Karla Barnes nes.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply:
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Application Review Date: 11/04/2025

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Higher Education

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