Assistant Professor Of Art; Ceramics

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor of Art; Ceramics

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM AD - School of Art (Rod Parker (00008995))

Work Location:

1000 Barnes Ogden Art & Design Complex

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

The School of Art at Louisiana State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a focus in Ceramics. The course load will include introductory ceramics classes based in technique, to more advanced topics informed by contemporary practices in the field. The faculty member will serve as a mentor and teacher for Ceramics MFA students, as well as to graduate students working in disciplines across the School of Art. In addition to teaching, faculty participate in facility and curriculum development and maintenance, committee work and service. The position begins August 2026.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach 2 or 3 courses per semester at the undergraduate and the graduate level
• Serve on MFA graduate committees
• Participate in curriculum and program development and keeping content current
• Commit to continuing professional development and research.
• Maintain an active professional art practice
• Engage with the broader artistic, scholarly, and professional communities.
• Provide service to the school, college, university, profession, and community.

Required Qualifications

• MFA in ceramics or other terminal degree in commensurate studio art.
• Prior teaching experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching with wheel-based ceramic techniques and cone 10 kiln processes
• A significant record of professional achievements and commitment to advancing
• Research/creative activities appropriate to the discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal applicant's studio practice includes one or more of the following: utilitarian or vessel making, 3-D fabrication or sustainable/community-centered approaches to ceramics or Cone 10 kiln firing.
• Unambiguous evidence of professionalism among colleagues/peers, students, and staff; promotes open dialog in interpersonal interactions.
• Critical approach to the legacies, histories, and theories of art and craft.
• 2-3 years of full-time college and/or graduate-level teaching experience beyond graduate assistantship duties.

Additional Information

The College of Art & Design

The College of Art & Design is Louisiana's foremost school for fine arts, art history, and the design professions, with programs that are consistently highly ranked in national surveys. The college strives to function as a collaborative of engaged students and faculty committed to creative activity in every aspect of the visual arts and design disciplines. Our curricula promote inquiry-based learning, encourage risk-taking and independent thinking, nurture the creative spirit, and pursue opportunities to improve the environment in which we live.

The School of Art

The School of Art serves 500+ students and offers Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design, Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in Art History, Master of Arts in Art History, and Master of Fine Arts programs. Bachelor of Fine Art concentrations include Digital Art, Graphic Design, and Studio Arts. More information about the College of Art & Design is available at https://design.lsu.edu/.

The School of Art is one of 4 units in the College of Art and Design, including Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Design. The School of Art combines the best of both worlds: the resources and faculty of a large liberal arts institution with the personal attention that comes with a close-knit community. Students and faculty have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including design labs equipped with the latest software and technology.

Louisiana State University As the flagship university of the system, LSU A&M is a leading R1 university, challenging undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to achieve the highest levels of intellectual and personal development. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, its positive work environment, its student engagement, and its beautiful campus. LSU is located in Baton Rouge, the second-largest city in Louisiana, which enjoys a thriving and eclectic community.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an applicant pool is established. To ensure full consideration, all application documents must be submitted before December 31, 2025. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.

To apply, please submit the following documents via the LSU application portal:

1. A letter of application addressing the preferred qualifications in job listing

2. Curriculum vitae

Please also upload the following documents via Slideroom link (we recognize that there is some duplication required): https://lsuart.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/86741

1. A letter of application addressing the preferred qualifications in job listing

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Portfolio demonstrating professional (up to 20 works) creative works and (up to 20) examples of student work including wheel-made forms.

4. Statement of teaching philosophy

5. Sample syllabus and assignments

6. Names and contact information for three professional references and one additional work-related reference such as a studio manager, office staff, student. The search committee will notify the applicant before contacting references.

7. The search committee may request additional materials including letters of recommendation later.

Please contact Elizabeth Duffy at eduffy@lsu.edu if you have any questions regarding this position.

Posting Date:

October 24, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

April 13, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.