Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor-Ceramics

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4/4 course load, including four courses each semester
• Instruct students in wheel throwing, hand-building, ceramic sculpture, and other curriculum needs
• Support student development in material knowledge, technical skill, and visual thinking
• Attend monthly area and School of Art faculty meetings
• Maintain a rigorous studio practice and foster a student-centered learning environment

Requirements

• Earned MFA in Ceramics or a related field
• Minimum of three years of full-time, college-level teaching experience
• Active exhibition record demonstrating ongoing professional engagement
• Ability to lift 50lbs and manipulate quantities of clay for teaching demonstrations
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse student populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with contemporary developments such as digital tools, clay printing, or fabrication technologies
• Experience developing inclusive curricula that serve diverse student backgrounds

About the Company

Syracuse University is a private, international research university located in the geographic heart of New York State. With over 150 years of history, the university offers a wide range of academic programs across 13 schools and colleges, fostering a vibrant and diverse campus community.