Assistant Professor Art (Photography and Expanded Image)

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Job Description:
The Department of Art, Art History & Design within the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Nevada Reno invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Photography and the Expanded Image, tenure track to begin July 1, 2026. The department seeks an individual with strong research and teaching experience in photography. Ideal candidates would be informed in the theory and practice of contemporary photography, pushing the boundaries of the medium beyond its traditional limits, encompassing lens-based methods and new technologies such as AI to digitally expand how images are produced. Candidates will be actively exhibiting work, presenting at conferences, and participating in national and professional networks. The individual will work closely with existing faculty to teach photography courses and connect with interdisciplinary approaches across undergraduate and graduate teaching throughout the department.

The successful candidate must be able to maintain a 2/3 teaching load. 40% of the time spent will be dedicated to teaching, 40% dedicated to research & creative activities and 20% to service. The position will require interfacing with the Area Head to ensure clarity and consistency regarding preparation of course materials, timetabling, and facilitating access to labs and resources for students. Advising is a component of this role, for current, prospective and transfer students. The individual also must participate in service to both the department and the university and continue pursuing creative activity/research.

Required Qualifications:

• A terminal degree (MFA or PhD)
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• 3 years of teaching experience at the college level beyond graduate teaching assistantships
• Ability to teach Photography courses at introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels
• An active record of research/creative activity in Photography and the Expanded Image
• In depth knowledge of the Adobe Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialized skillsets used in photography expanded media, using AI tools and software such as Premier Pro, Blender, Touch Designer, and beyond
• Participation in organizations/conferences dealing in theory and pedagogy surrounding Photography and the Expanded Image
• Experience using Photography and the Expanded Image in industry
• Membership to professional organizations directly related to Photography and the Expanded Image

Compensation Grade:
Assistant Professor, tenure-track, 9-month

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty (9- month). Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement:
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at UNR :

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
• Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
• No state income tax!
• Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees
• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

Contact Information for this position:

• Tyler Calkin, Associate Professor - tbcalkin@unr.edu
• Deirdre Poggi, Administrative Assistant, Department of Art, Art History & Design – deirdrep@unr.edu

Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%
Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application, the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.edu.

Attach the following documents to your application:

1. A complete Curriculum Vita
2. Cover letter outlining qualifications, experience, research plans and teaching experience
3. Contact information for three profession/academic references
4. Portfolio of work (20 images)
   *Please submit the requested materials as pdf files by the first review date of January 30, 2026.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. First review of applications will begin January 30, 2026.

For more information, please visit the University’s website.