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Assistant Professor-Photography

Location: Ithaca, NY
Posted: September 27, 2024
Application Deadline: October 14, 2024

Contact

Ithaca College
humanresources@ithaca.edu
Ithaca College, 953 Danby Road
Ithaca, NY, 14850
607-274-8000
www.ithaca.edu

Roy H. Park School of Communications
Department of Media Arts, Sciences, and Studies

Assistant Professor of Photography

The Ithaca College Roy H. Park School of Communications invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor appointment in Photography beginning Fall 2025 in Ithaca, NY. This position joins the Department of Media Arts, Sciences, and Studies Department (MASS) with 40+ full-time faculty dedicated to teaching excellence who offer 4 degree programs for nearly 1000 majors, along with 5 minors. The Park School is housed in a state-of-the-art facility with a $5M inventory of film and digital media portable equipment, multiple studio spaces, and cutting-edge technologies including an LED surround wall for virtual production.

Primary responsibilities include teaching assigned classes across the undergraduate curriculum, from introductory to advanced-level photography. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with experience in applied commercial practices—advertising, event, architectural, lifestyle, editorial, etc. Other areas of specialization and expertise may include: book forms, analog wet lab workflow, and alternative photographic processes.

The successful candidate will teach a full course load per academic year, act as an academic advisor for students, and serve on Department, School, and College committees. There is an also an expectation of research and/or creative work. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to teach in ways that value the varied learning needs and interests of a culturally diverse student population, and that reflect a commitment to encouraging success in all students.

Qualifications: MFA required. Applications with college-level teaching experience will be given priority.
Application Instructions: Interested applicants must apply online at http://ithaca.edu/jobs/, search for and select this position, and attach a CV, cover letter, and a list with the names of three references. To ensure full consideration, a completed application should be received by October 14, 2024.

Questions about the online application can be directed to the Ithaca College Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu, 607-274-8000.

Visa sponsorship may be provided for this position.

Ithaca College is building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the College is appreciated.

Hiring Range: $61,000 - $63,500, dependent on discipline, qualifications and experience.

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check.

Ithaca College is a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students. Nestled in the heart of New York State's scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center and neighboring Cornell University. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger's as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.