University Faculty Art, Printmaking
Requisition Number: F00550P
Job Description:
Job Description
The Department of Visual Art and Design (DOVAD) at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in Printmaking. The position includes a full-time undergraduate teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester (typically three courses).
We seek an innovative artist and educator with a strong record of professional practice and scholarly work that advances the field of contemporary visual art. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, creative practice/ research, and the skills to maintain a safe and organized print studio. The department values faculty members capable of cultivating student abilities in critical problem-solving, technical proficiency, and effective communication across evolving contemporary platforms.
As part of our faculty, the successful candidate will help cultivate a dynamic learning environment while advancing the department's focus on visual culture, technology, and public engagement. We place high value on varied experiences and perspectives among departmental faculty and within our curriculum. We encourage applications from candidates who are committed to supporting the learning needs of all students and contributing to our mission as both an open-enrollment institution and an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution. This appointment begins July 1, 2027.
$60,000 annual starting salary with room for adjustment based on exceptional qualifications. Position comes with a generous benefits package.
Program Information
The Printmaking program is an essential part of DOVAD at Weber State University. Offering a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in 2D Media, the program prepares students for the evolving field by emphasizing conceptual foundations and emerging technologies. Faculty actively mentor students through academic advising and professional development opportunities. Faculty have strong support through research and professional development grants, as well as opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration through the Honors program and the Matthew S. Browning Design Lab. Additionally, the Department of Visual Art & Design supports research via the Art & Computing (ACT) Lab, a multimedia workshop with a focus on innovation at the intersection of art and technology, and maintains additional facilities for large-scale printing and digital illustration.
Job Duties:
Job Duties
The successful candidate will teach introductory to upper-level Printmaking courses, as well as courses in DOVAD's five-course Studio Foundations curriculum, General Education, and BFA capstone courses. The position also includes primary responsibility for management and upkeep of the printmaking studio. The faculty member will have the opportunity to contribute to curricular revision and innovation. The candidate is expected to maintain active professional practices, such as exhibitions, artist residencies, lectures, workshops, or publications and to participate in service to the Department, College, and University.
Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
- A terminal degree (MFA, PhD, or equivalent) in Printmaking, 2D Media, or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered if the degree will be completed by July 1, 2027.
- Two or more years of experience teaching printmaking
- Experience with managing and maintaining a fully-equipped printmaking lab for etching, lithography, relief, screen printing, letterpress, and photographic printmaking methods
Preferred Qualifications:
Background Check? Yes
Benefits Summary:
WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Open Date: 10/13/2026
Close Date: 01/04/2027
Open Until Filled: No
Notes to Applicants:
To apply, please complete the online application and electronically submit the following:
1) As one PDF (10 MB max):
- Cover letter specifically addressing candidate's interest in the position and teaching expertise, with emphasis on printmaking and related two-dimensional media (two pages maximum)
- Curriculum Vitae
2) As a separate PDF (10MB max) current professional portfolio with image list (include, title, media, dimensions, date), or URL to a website with equivalent information. Note: video and other digital submissions of work not well-represented by still images are acceptable where applicable. Include access to these as URLs.
Note: Candidates advancing past initial screening will be asked to submit additional materials related to teaching including: student work examples, teaching philosophy, and list of professional references. Applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview via Zoom.
Applications must be received by January 4, 2027.
Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.
Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.
Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
