Instructor or Lecturer, Studio Art

The Opportunity

The School of Visual Arts and Design (SVAD) in the College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure earning instructor or lecturer in studio art, anticipated to begin August 8, 2025. This non-tenure track position carries a 4/4 teaching load and offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic faculty committed to fostering innovation, creativity, and academic excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Teach a variety of undergraduate courses in immersive/experimental design, aligned with the candidate's area of expertise.

• Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered teaching strategies, including both in-person and online or mixed-mode instruction.

• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.

• Maintain active engagement with students through mentoring, advising, and fostering professional development.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and the broader university community to advance the mission of SVAD and UCF.

• Participate in service to the department, college, and university, as well as in community outreach initiatives.

Located in Orlando, Florida, UCF is one of the largest universities in the United States and is recognized as a leading institution for innovation and academic excellence. The School of Visual Arts and Design offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering a vibrant community of artists, designers, and scholars. UCF's proximity to major entertainment and technology industries provides unique opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.

Join us in shaping the future of studio art education at one of the most dynamic and diverse institutions in the nation. We look forward to welcoming a new colleague who shares our passion for creativity and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Nonterminal master's degree (e.g., M.A.) for instructor or terminal degree (e.g., MFA) for lecturer in art, architecture, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

• Evidence of a professional practice or research agenda in immersive/experimental design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience in the arts/creative industry.

• Experience working in interdisciplinary environments.

• A record of innovative work in immersive experience design or related fields.

• Industry experience that bridges academic and professional practice.

• Specific expertise in AR/VR, interactive installations, mixed reality, world building, theme park design, place-making, architecture, engineering, gaming, animation, or experiential environments.

Additional Application Materials Required:

UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/.In addition to the online application, candidates should upload a cover letter detailing relevant experience and alignment with position's qualifications, a current curriculum vitae or resume, portfolio of professional work (provide links to online portfolios, if applicable), and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

Review of applications will be done on a rolling basis.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Keri Watson, Assistant Director of the School of Visual Arts and Design, at keri.watson@ucf.edu; 678-702-1419.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

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Job Close Date:

03/06/2025

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.

• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.

• Retirement savings options.

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.

• Education assistance.

• Flexible work environment.

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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