The University of Indianapolis Department of Art & Design is seeking an Artist Teaching Resident for Ceramics.

The Artist Teaching Resident will teach a maximum of 14 credit hours per academic year. Courses include entry-level hand-building and throwing, intermediate and advanced-level. In addition, the Artist Teaching Resident will serve as the Ceramics Studio Tech – Operating and monitoring the loading and firing of kilns (gas and electric), mix clay and glazes as needed, manage equipment and supplies, and oversee weekly Open Studio Hours.

The Artist Teaching Resident will have 24/7 access to the ceramic’s studio and use of equipment and kilns, a private office/workspace, and have access to the Dee Schaad Gallery to exhibit their work.

The successful candidate must have an MA or MFA in ceramics or related area and have previous teaching experience in ceramics. In addition, the candidate must have a robust exhibition record in ceramics.

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.
UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.
As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!
The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.Benefits

• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center

• Master of Fine Arts degree in Ceramics
• Previous university-level teaching experience 
• Ability to work with a diverse population of students
• Ability to work collaboratively with the faculty member in charge of the Ceramics studio
• Professional work must reflect a high level of technical ability and an understanding of contemporary issues in the field of Ceramics.

• Creates a safe and inclusive learning environment for students
• Maintains a healthy and safe studio environment by upholding health and safety protocols
• Teaches wheel-throwing techniques and hand building
• Mixes clay and glazes and is proficient in glazing techniques.
• Ability to lift heavy objects that may exceed 25 lbs.
• Fires gas and electric kilns