Position Description:  Eastern Oregon University seeks a qualified, creative individual for a one year fixed-term position to serve both Art and Media Arts Programs.  The successful candidate will be a dedicated professional with an active studio agenda.  This position includes courses in traditional b/w photography, digital photography, graphics, videography, and co-supervision of the Media Arts capstones.  The candidate must be committed to ensuring that every student, faculty and staff member is a full member of the EOU community and that all community members recognize, promote and take advantage of the educational and cultural value of diversity. 

Education/Experience:  MA required.  An MFA in Photography, Digital Media Production, Videography, or equivalent art area is preferred.  Teaching experience at the college level preferred. The degree must be from a regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent. For accreditation agencies recognized by EOU, see the web page at: http://chinook.eou.edu/hr/.  

Rank: This is a full-time, nine-month, fixed-term appointment at the instructor or visiting assistant professor level.  Appointment begins September 16, 2009. 

Application:  Send a letter of interest; curriculum vitae; graduation transcripts (unofficial at this time); teaching philosophy; artist statement; and the names, emails, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  In addition, send 20 images on a CD or DVD of your current work and 15-20 images of student work if available. (CDs and DVDs must be in jpg or html format and be cross-platform ready. No URLs please.) 

Send materials to: 

Cory Peeke           

Art/Media Arts Search           
Eastern Oregon University           
One University Boulevard           
La Grande, OR  97850           
Ph. 541-962-3584           
Fax 541-962-3596           

Application Deadline:  Application materials must be received by July 30th, 2009.  Material received after the deadline may be considered.  Only applicants providing all materials will be considered.

Eastern Oregon University serves as an educational, cultural and scholarly center in La Grande, Oregon, connecting the rural regions of the state to a wider world.  Ranked number two in the nation as a “Best Value for Public Colleges and Universities” by Consumers Digest magazine, EOU’s beautiful setting and small size enhance the personal attention our students receive, while innovative partnerships add new educational possibilities.  EOU is recognized as a national leader in distance education and offers extended opportunities at 17 centers throughout the state and beyond.  The University guides student inquiry through integrated, high-quality liberal arts and professional programs that lead to responsible and reflective action in a changing and interconnected world.  EOU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that actively encourages and promotes diversity within its community.  For additional information, visit www.eou.edu.

Deadline: July, 30, 2009
Organization: Eastern Oregon University Art Department
EOU-Art
One University Blvd
La Grande, OR 97850
Phone: (541) 962-3584
Fax: (541) 962-3596
Email: cpeeke@eou.edu
Website: www.eou.edu/art