HARTFORD ART SCHOOL, UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD seeks qualified applicants for the entry-level position of Assistant Professor in Painting/Drawing, tenure track, to begin Fall semester, 2010. MFA degree or equivalent experience required. The University of Hartford is an open and welcoming community, which values diversity in all its forms. In addition, the University aspires to have its faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Hartford region. Candidates committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural issues are encouraged to apply. The applicant should be a working artist with strong painting and drawing skills, theoretical understanding, knowledge of diverse cultural perspectives and accomplished exhibition record; and provide evidence of a broad range of teaching skills, including the ability to teach figure painting and drawing, color and non-representational practices, and teach all levels of classes ranging from first-year Foundation studies to advanced painting and drawing.

The Hartford Art School is a NASAD accredited professional program offering BFA and MFA degrees in studio art at the University of Hartford. More information about the Art School and the University of Hartford can be found at www.hartford.edu. Applicants are expected to provide: a current curriculum vita, including professional exhibitions, grants and reviews; a statement of teaching philosophy; three studio course syllabi; 20 images of current work; 20 images of former students' work; and three letters of recommendation. Materials to be forwarded to Dean Power Boothe, Hartford Art School, University of Hartford, 200 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT. 06117. Screening of applicants will begin January 22, 2010, and will continue until position is filled. Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.

The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and intends to recruit, hire, train and promote without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national and ethnic origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or veteran status.