Adjunct Lecturer / Fall 2027 Artist in Residence

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.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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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.

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.

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.

• →Being present for the duration of the residency (August 15 - December 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 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.

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.