Lecturer in Museum Studies at George College and State University
The Department of Art invites applications to a full-time lecturer position in Museum Studies. Responsibilities include a 2/2 teaching load in our Museum Studies concentration, management of our two exhibition spaces, Leland Art Gallery and Underwood House, and management of Georgia College’s fine art collection.
The Department of Art offers a B.A. in Art with four concentrations: Studio Art, Graphic
Design, Art History and Museum Studies. The MS program is unique in our region, being the only undergraduate program preparing majors to work or pursue graduate studies within this field. The successful candidate will spearhead the MS program, working alongside one or two part-time faculty members and as part of the Art History & Museum Studies area. They will teach courses in museum theory, practice and methods, and mentor MS capstone students. An interdisciplinary, collaborative, and global perspective is desired. Opportunities for curriculum development and additional support through professional leave after the sixth year, professional
development funding, internships and summer teaching are available.
The hire will also oversee Leland Art Gallery and Underwood House, in collaboration with our Gallery Technician. Located within Ennis Hall, Leland is our primary space for showcasing the work of our students, faculty, and guest artists. Underwood is located one block from Ennis and variously functions as an exhibition, studio and teaching space. It also houses a large portion of Georgia College’s fine art collection. The hire will manage the designated budget and will be responsible for programming and curating yearly exhibits, organizing artist talks, handling events, managing student interns, building relations with other departments and institutions, and coordinating press releases and publicity. In addition, they will curate our fine art collection, which consists of around 2200 pieces. We seek someone who can design and lead a robust collection acquisition policy and program.
Finally, the hire would fulfill limited service responsibilities within the Art Department and the college.
About GCSU
Georgia College & State University is located in the city of Milledgeville (GA), a charming, historical southern town less than a two-hour drive from Atlanta. A member of the University System of Georgia, Georgia College was designated Georgia’s “Public Liberal Arts University” in 1996 by the Georgia Board of Regents. We fulfill this mission by offering an expansive educational experience, pursuing highly intentional community engagement, focusing on diversity and inclusive excellence, and by preparing our students for leadership.
Qualifications
Terminal degree (MFA, PhD) in Museum Studies or a related field. Record of professional museum or gallery experience and teaching experience at the undergraduate level is strongly desired. ABD will be considered if the degree will be conferred by the time of appointment.
Special consideration will be given to candidates with a global or diversity perspective in their teaching, research, and/or curatorship.
To Apply:
Application materials
• Cover letter addressed to Eric Griffis, Department of Art Interim Chair, detailing
experience with museums and galleries, teaching experience, and curating or research
interests.
•Curriculum Vitae.
•Teaching and Diversity Statement.
•Names and contact information of three professional references.
Contact: Ruben Yepes, Search Committee Chair: ruben.yepes@gcsu.edu
Applications submitted by February 28 th will be given full consideration.
Entry salary will be around $50.000. Satisfactory service can lead to promotion to Senior Lecturer, with a salary increase. As part of the University System of Georgia, Georgia College offers a very competitive benefits package to all full-time employees.