Chair Department of Art

The Department of Art at Lander University invites applications for the position of Department Chair and as a faculty member in Art Education. This position begins on July 1, 2025. Faculty rank, tenure status, and salary are based upon qualifications and experience.

Lander University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Council of Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The Department offers B.A., B.F.A., M.A.T., and M.F.A. degrees in visual art and emphases in K-12 teacher certification, 2D Studio, and 3D Studio. Current studio faculty specialize in ceramics, painting, photography, and sculpture and collaborate with faculty in other departments that offer courses in art history and graphic design. The Department partners with the College of Education on assessment of the B.A. and M.A.T. programs in Art Education.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Eligible candidates must have a terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., or D.A.) in Art Education; K-12 teaching experience; and experience to hold the rank of Associate Professor or Professor of Art Education. Preference is given to those with university-level leadership experience as well as a record of substantial studio coursework and/or a strong secondary skillset in an area of studio practice.Candidates should have credentials to teach a variety of Art Education courses at the undergraduate and graduate level as well as courses related to their areas of specialization.

Additional Comments

The teaching load for a Chair is 15 contact hours across fall and spring semesters. Summer teaching is strongly desired and merits additional compensation. Continuation of creative and scholarly endeavors is required. Service responsibilities will relate to those of the Chair. Lander supports on-going training and professional development through its Center for Faculty Excellence.

The Department values leaders with communication skills to convey the value of visual artists to the creative economy; problem solving skills in working with others; a commitment to teaching excellence and student success; a willingness to lead collaborative efforts in recruitment, retention, and overall departmental growth; and a commitment to work effectively with a diverse student population. Experience with assessment as well as partnerships with K-12 schools, technical colleges, and/or community organizations is strongly preferred.

Interested Candidates Should Send a Letter Of Application; CV; Statement Of Teaching Philosophy And Experience; Statement Of Leadership Philosophy; Professional Portfolio Of Creative And Teaching Work; Unofficial Transcripts; And The Names And Contact Information Of Three References To

Dr. Lucas McMillan, Dean

Lander University

320 Stanley Ave.

Greenwood, SC 29649

Electronic submission of materials in an e-mail titled “Art Dept Chair” to [email protected] is required.

Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Mar. 1, 2025 will receive best consideration