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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Berks, a college of the Pennsylvania State University near Reading, Pennsylvania, invites visual artists with an interest in college teaching and curating exhibitions on a college campus to apply for our artist-in-residence program for the 2024-2025 academic year.

We seek an artist with a promising exhibition record and a commitment to undergraduate teaching. The position entails teaching one general education studio art course to non-majors and mounting one art exhibition (solo or group) in the Freyberger Art Gallery on the Berks campus per semester. The residency is designed to offer a visual artist time to develop a new or existing body of work and offer a course based on their area of expertise. The ideal candidate will work with students, staff, and faculty to enhance the presence of the arts on our campus and connect with our community.

The artist will be chosen based on the quality of the materials submitted as determined by the selection committee. An MFA or master’s degree in a related field is required. University-level teaching experience is preferred. This position offers a salary and benefits with a supplementary budget for materials.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) in all areas, including scholarship/creative works, teaching, and engagement. Candidates should provide evidence in their application materials of their commitment to/work in DEIB areas.

Education:

• Minimum Education, Master's Degree, Minimum Experience, 3+ years of relevant experience, Equivalency, Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

How to Apply:

• To apply for this opportunity, applicants should submit application materials as one document to the Penn State Career Website: https://hr.psu.edu/careers by May 31 .

• Application materials should include a one-page cover letter outlining the candidate’s interest in the position and possible exhibition ideas; an artist statement; curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references.

• At the time of the Zoom interviews, we will be interested in reviewing at least 10 work samples uploaded as images; and a sample syllabus of the class to be taught while in residence.

• Shortlisted candidates may be asked to provide additional materials before phone interviews.

• For additional information about this position, contact Dr. Samantha Kavky, Search Committee Chair, at bsk10@psu.edu.

• For technical support or questions about the hiring process, contact Jessica Burgmeier, Talent Acquisition Specialist, at jas5108@psu.edu.

The salary range for the position at Penn State Berks is $41,000-$51,000

Penn State is committed to and accountable for promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in all areas, including scholarship/creative works, teaching, and engagement. Candidates should provide evidence in their application materials of their commitment to/work in DEIB areas.

Penn State Berks is strongly committed to a diverse community and to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students of all races, genders, and backgrounds. The college is committed to making good faith efforts to recruit, hire, retain, and promote qualified individuals from underrepresented minority groups including women, persons of color, diverse gender identities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. For additional information about Penn State Berks, see our website at http://berks.psu.edu/. Additional information regarding the Freyberger Gallery can be found at https://berks.psu.edu/freyberger-gallery

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$51,000.00 - $74,000.00

Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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