Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track Faculty in Comics and Foundations at Universities of Wisconsin in Menomonie, WI

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track Faculty in Comics and Foundations Job Category: Faculty Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Assistant Professor Job Duties: The Department of Visual and Performing Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic seeks a dynamic artist and leader for our comics studio. The position’s primary focus is narrative-based, traditional and/or digitally produced comics and graphic novels with a secondary focus on foundation courses such as Drawing and Composition, Drawing and Color Explorations, 2-D Design, and advanced drawing. We seek a passionate and committed colleague who promotes a positive learning environment. This is an Assistant Professor, tenure-track position beginning August 23, 2027. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS M.F.A. in Art with an emphasis in Comics, Drawing or equivalent terminal degree in visual arts or digital media by date of appointment Ability to teach in a dual platform, laptop environment utilizing a Canvas LMS Demonstrated studio practice in comics and/or graphic novels with professional recognition Evidence of teaching potential RESPONSIBILITIES Teach studio courses which may include beginning, intermediate, and advanced Comics classes and foundation courses such as 2-D Design, Drawing and Composition, and Drawing and Color Explorations. Additional teaching duties may include other advanced courses that support art education, animation & digital media, game design/development, graphic design, industrial design, interior design, illustration and studio art. Engage in professional research related to discipline. Provide service to the department, college, university, and professional field on a regular basis. Contribute to a rigorous learning environment with willingness to use traditional, alternative, and digital delivery methods including participation in a laptop teaching and learning environment. Demonstrate organizational skills, collegiality, and leadership skills. Maintain safety expectations in studios. A commitment to undergraduate education is necessary. Provide academic advisement and assessment for students. This includes contributing to academic program assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement processes, in collaboration with faculty and staff. Perform other duties as designated by the Department Chair. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION The Department of Visual and Performing Arts is a dynamic and thriving community and has a rich tradition at the University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic. Our department has a BFA in Studio Art with emphasis in Comics, Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Contemporary Sculptural Practices, Printmaking, Art Photography, and Contemporary Art Metals & Jewelry. Also, within our department we house a BS in Arts Administration and Entrepreneurship. The department is part of the School of Art & Design, which includes an adjacent Department of Design. Additional degrees in the school include BFAs in Animation and Digital Media, Game Design and Development, Graphic Design and Interactive Media, Illustration, Industrial and Product Design, and Interior Design. The school is also home to BS programs in Video Production and Fashion Design as well as an MFA in Design. We are NASAD accredited, and the School of Art & Art Design is the largest in the upper Midwest with 1,200+ art and design majors. Application Instructions Complete applications received online by 11:59 Central Time on Sunday, January 4, 2027 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after January 4, 2027 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until the position is filled. To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs Due to system limitations, applicants may upload no more than five (5) attachments. Please combine documents where a