Assistant Professor of 2D Art

The Department of Art at Hendrix College invites applications for a one-year visiting position for an Assistant Professor of 2D Art, with the possibility of renewal, to begin on August 1, 2025. The College seeks to extend its tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship by attracting faculty who combine mastery of their disciplines with broad intellectual interests and commitment to the aims of a liberal arts college. The successful candidate will:

• teach three courses per semester, including introductory and intermediate courses in at least one primary area (painting, photography, or printmaking) and an additional secondary area in 2D art,
• mentor students in the development of their technical skills and conceptual understanding, encouraging self-expression and creativity,
• oversee studio spaces relevant to the candidate’s expertise, such as photography, printmaking, or painting,
• participate actively in the academic and artistic community of Hendrix College, including departmental meetings, exhibitions, and interdisciplinary collaboration, and
• engage continually in their professional studio work.

An MFA in Art or a related field (or equivalent professional experience) is expected by the start date; however, applicants who are ABD at the time of application will be considered.

Applications should include:

• a cover letter addressing the candidate’s interest in teaching in a demanding liberal arts environment,
• a curriculum vitae, including information about exhibitions and prior teaching experience,
• a statement of teaching interests,
• evidence of teaching effectiveness,
• graduate transcripts,
• a link to an online portfolio of 15–20 images of your recent work,
• a link to an online portfolio of no more than 20 images of student work (if available) and
• contact information for three professional references.

Address the cover letter to the Chair of the Department of Art, Dr. Todd Tinsley. Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged and can be submitted at www.hendrix.edu/jobs. Review of materials will begin March 31, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Hendrix College provides excellent facilities and resources to support faculty and students in the visual arts.

• Drawing: A shared drawing studio featuring north light, customizable lighting, and a spray booth.
• Painting: A dedicated painting studio with north light, customizable lighting, ample storage space, and access to a full-service woodshop.
• Photography: A fully equipped analog darkroom with 12 enlargers and all necessary materials for traditional photographic processes.
• Printmaking: A well-equipped printmaking studio featuring two etching presses, a Vandercook letterpress, a vacuum exposure unit, electrolytic etching tanks, and extensive type and plate-making equipment.
• 3D Art: A comprehensive ceramics and sculpture studio, including a new kiln, throwing wheels, glaze room, foundry area, sculpture studio with woodshop, 3D printers, and a laser cutter.
• College-wide Professional Development Opportunities: Faculty have access to a competitive pool of professional development funds. Furthermore, the Odyssey Program supports faculty-student engaged learning projects, providing infrastructure and funding for experiential, research-based, and creative projects.

Hendrix College is home to the Windgate Museum of Art (WMA), a teaching museum dedicated to enhancing student learning through engagement with innovative and challenging artwork. With a focus on experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and artistic risk-taking, the WMA provides unique opportunities for faculty and students to engage with art beyond the classroom. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to incorporate museum exhibitions, artist residencies, and student-centered programming into their teaching and creative practice, helping students connect their work to broader cultural and historical contexts.

Hendrix is a distinguished liberal arts college located in Conway, Arkansas, thirty miles from Little Rock at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The College, affiliated with the United Methodist Church, has a strong commitment to excellence in teaching liberal arts. Hendrix College is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered without regard to race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or any other characteristic specified by law. The College is committed to maintaining an atmosphere of civility and respect for all students, faculty, and staff.