Ceramics
ESKENAZI SCHOOL OF ART, ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN
INDIANA UNIVERSITY BLOOMINGTON
Visiting Assistant Professor of Ceramics
The Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design at Indiana University Bloomington is seeking
applicants for a full time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor of Ceramics who will
teach multiple levels of ceramics courses and with the potential of teaching foundations courses,
to begin August 1, 2025. We seek candidates who can provide collegiate initiative in a team-
based environment. A strong candidate will have demonstrated an ability to work successfully
with students, faculty, administration and the community.
We invite applications from artist-educators who are committed to contemporary conceptual and
technical approaches within the field of ceramics while honoring the medium’s rich history. The
candidates’ research and expertise would ideally fall within the realm of sculpture as a part of
ceramic practice. This could include object making, installation, social practice figurative, and/or
digital or new media approaches. The candidate would complement and amplify the existing
faculty, enhance the interdisciplinary curriculum, and engage both undergraduate and graduate
programs. Applicants are sought whose portfolios reflect significant personal research within the
School’s focus on Art, Architecture and Design, and whose teaching will address the broad
ranging implications of this intersection in contemporary art.
We host a BA, BFA and widely recognized Ceramics MFA program. Responsibilities beyond
teaching include but are not limited to participate in group and individual critiques, assist in
maintaining the studio environment, provide service as needed by the area and school, and
maintain and pursue professional and academic expertise. Studio space provided when available.
Position details
General Responsibilities include:
·Teaching five courses during the academic year. (3/2 Or 2/3)
·Maintaining professional and academic expertise.
· Mentoring graduate student Associate Instructors and Assistants.
· Assisting with Ceramics studio management when needed.
· Providing service as needed by the area and school.
· Engagement in campus-wide events when see fit · Continuing your own studio practice.
We seek candidates who thrive in collaborative environments, demonstrate initiative,
leadership and have experience working successfully with students, faculty, and administrators.
The candidate’s prior experiences should demonstrate values we cultivate in our students:
curiosity, collaboration, and adaptability in an ever-changing global art community.
All qualified candidates must have an MFA, M.Arch, or equivalent terminal degree by the
employment start date.
Preferred qualifications include three years of teaching experience beyond graduate study or
equivalent industry experience.
Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application to
https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/28019 with materials including:
· Academic CV
· Letter of Intent
· Teaching Philosophy
· Artist Statement (submitted as “Other”)
· Work Samples (20 images, video, or links in a single PDF, submitted as “Other 2”)
· Student Samples (20 images, video, or links as a single PDF, submitted as “Other 3”)
· Names of three references with contact information
Contact For Questions:
Kim Jones, Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design at Indiana University, Mies van der
Rohe Building: 321 N. Eagleson Ave. Bloomington, IN 47405 Phone: 812-856-7448. Email:
soadhr@iu.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications received by March 17, 2025, will receive full consideration.
About Us:
Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design houses fourteen distinct areas in art, architecture,
design, and merchandising. Our students are encouraged to learn collaboratively and across
disciplines, while immersing themselves in a particular area of study. Additionally, the school’s
positioning as part of the College of Arts and Sciences allows us to equip graduates with the
insights and values of a classical liberal arts education.
Our Mission
We are the nexus of art, architecture, design, and merchandising at Indiana’s flagship
university—advancing research, creative activity, and education in our state and beyond. As a
transdisciplinary community of ethical leaders, we embrace the liberal arts, encourage risk-
taking, inspire innovation, and fuel creativity in a complex world.
The Eskenazi School actively upholds diversity, equity, and inclusion as critical principles of our
research, teaching, and service. We validate the voice and potential of every member of our
community, strive to create a culture where difference is valued, and celebrate multiple
perspectives within and beyond the school. We believe social and cultural consciousness inspires
meaningful dialogue and empowers all to become influential and fulfilled citizens of the world.
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider
of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on
individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity,
color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information,
marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status
Submitted by Chase Gamblin at Indiana University. For questions, contact jcgambli@iu.edu
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