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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Art (MFA Art & Social Practice) Requisition 202400067F Rank Lecturer-Pool FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience Position Category Position Type Part-Time Non-Tenure Track College College of Arts & Media Department Dept of Art Open Date 05/15/2024 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39079 Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Britney Ketkoski Title Assistant to the Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of Art
Box 2089
Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-1315 Contact Email bketkoski@shsu.edu Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for part-time lecturer-pool faculty to teach a course entitled Professional and Social Practice in the MFA in Art & Social Practice program. We are seeking a candidate with the ability to teach 1 class online in Fall 2024. In this course emphasis is placed on grant writing as well as developing proposals for projects and exhibitions that emphasize community engagement and participation. Students in the course will be encouraged to organize and promote public dissemination of their work. Educational Requirements for the Position Candidates must possess an MFA or terminal degree in a related field and demonstrate outstanding potential in research and/or creative activity. Experience Required for the Position Applicants who work within the field of social practice as artists, curators, and organizers who can provide opportunities to expand students’ professional network are preferred. Teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level is preferred. Other Requirements for the Position Special Instructions Summary Applicants should submit the following documents as PDFs:
cover letter
a detailed CV
artist’s statement or description of creative activity
names and contact information of three references
samples of personal work

Official college transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required for finalists for this position.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.  Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement

EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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