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Type of Position:

Adjunct FacultyNo

Job Type:

Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Art and Design

Summary of Job Duties:

The Windgate Artist in Residence provisional position will work in the Windgate Center of Art + Design at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for the spring 2028 semester. This residency offers the Windgate Artist in Residence the opportunity to make work and to engage with the community of the UA Little Rock School of Art and Design. While in residence, the artist is expected to make work in the provided studio space and/or the shared studio spaces of the building. In addition, artists will interact with students through weekly open studio hours, studio visits to student workspaces, in-class activities hosted by program faculty, and welcome and farewell community receptions. Participating artists will also donate one work of art to the UA Little Rock Art Collection. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• MFA, BFA, BA, or commensurate experience;
• Evidence of active participation in exhibitions at the national or international level;
• Teaching and/or mentorship of students at any level.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Being present for the duration of the residency (Jan 15 - May 15);
• Making artwork in the Windgate Center of Art + Design M-F (daily);
• Maintaining open studio hours (weekly);
• Giving a public artist’s talk (one time);
• Critiquing students;
• Participating as a guest artist in relevant classes (1-2 times): examples include giving a talk, participating in critiques, or leading an in-class activity;
• Attending welcome and farewell receptions;
• Providing a work to the UA Little Rock Art Collection;
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of artistic processes and media;
• Knowledge of studio safety procedures;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to teach;
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate;
• Willingness to engage in collaboration with faculty as a guest artist in their classes;
• Willingness to engage with students and the broader community.

Additional Information:

Commensurate with education and experienceCover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Important note: please upload all of the following files in the field on the application that prompts you to upload your CV. You may submit them individually or as one large PDF. This is the only place on the application that allows file uploads.

-Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
-Curriculum Vitae
-PDF Portfolio of artwork or link to online portfolio

Additional Information:

Housing is provided approximately one block from the Windgate Center for Art + Design. The house is a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom house with parking. Artists with families are encouraged to apply. One pet is allowed.Joli Livaudais, Director, [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Sitting, Standing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible:

No