Faculty Assistant Professor of Art - Glass Tenure Track na Hastings College

Department of Visual Arts at Hastings College welcomes applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Art - Glass. This is a full-time, tenure-track position with an anticipated start date of August 2026. The position will require the successful candidate to oversee all aspects of a comprehensive Glass Program and manage its respective studios and equipment. Candidates must have significant experience within relevant disciplines of the Glass Program’s curriculum, including hot-glass, sculpture, kiln working and cold working. Please note that the hotshop comprises the primary facilities of the Glass program. As such, candidates with significant hot glass experience will be given priority consideration. Other specialties and experience are welcome for implementation per the capacity of the current facilities.

The successful candidate will oversee both hot and cold glass studios, including: maintenance of specialized studio equipment, requesting equipment repairs, ordering supplies, overseeing materials, and inventory, and maintaining a high level of safety, cleanliness, and organization in these studios. This position includes the management of student assistant hours, as well as conducting demonstrations for the campus community and general public. The candidate will maintain an understanding of, and ability to implement current health and safety operating procedures and material data safety standards. 

In addition to teaching Glass Studio courses, the successful candidate will be expected to periodically contribute to the department’s academic offerings through teaching the Senior Thesis capstone course and Art History on a rotating basis. Please indicate your capability and preparation for teaching in these areas. There are also future leadership opportunities associated with this position, as the role of Department Chair is also undertaken on a rotating basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

The successful candidate will hold an MFA in Glass or Studio/Visual Art with a focus in glass. Demonstrated teaching experience is required, either concurrent to, or following graduate studies. Extensive experience with glassblowing, hot sculpting, kiln working and cold working are necessary. Experience operating and managing a comprehensive glass facility is preferable. Evidence of significant professional activity (e.g. exhibitions, workshops, public lectures etc.) is required. The ability to work well as a member of a department and campus community is essential.   

Qualified candidates need to complete the online application and download into the profile section of the online application; a cover letter, an artist statement, a sample syllabus, a statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the contact information for three references, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts. The CV should also contain a link to portfolio or website with 20 examples each of professional and student work. A supplementary portfolio of these may be uploaded in PDF format.  

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. 

THE DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL ARTS

MISSION -  The Department of Visual Arts (DoVA) at Hastings College delivers a program of study that teaches methodical analyses of art, fortifies creative processes and expands artmaking skills. Our graduates have gone on to serve as global citizens and successful professionals in diverse careers after graduation.  DoVA’s interdisciplinary curriculum focuses on promoting innovative practice in art making and design through the development of technical capacity, material fluency and conceptual thought processes. Our programs balance active risk-taking with disciplined rigor, intuition with intellect, thought with action. We  empower students to set and achieve ambitious personal goals and make significant contributions to the world-at-large.

PLACE -  The Department of Visual Arts at Hastings College is housed within the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center, an architecturally innovative, world-class facility for art making, creative teaching and immersive learning. The JDAC was created in memory of Jackson Dinsdale, a visionary student who advocated for improved art facilities and programming at Hastings College. Concurrent with Jackson’s realized vision for a premier art center that reflects the diversity and creativity of student artists, we are committed to opening the path of self-discovery and personal expression, as well as building a sense of community for all learners who enter the Jackson Dinsdale Art Center.

Jackson Scholars Program - In Fall 2025, Hastings College will launch the Jackson Scholars Program. This opportunity will fully fund 10 Visual Arts students per year. The Director of this program will be an integral part of the department, facilitating opportunities and programming for the students.

HASTINGS COLLEGE

HASTINGS COLLEGE– Founded in 1882, Hastings College is dedicated to the liberal arts educational model that prepares students to be citizens and leaders of the communities. Our education builds the innate talents of each student through impactful real-world experiences and universal curriculum to maximize their personal and career success in an ever-changing world. We have an enrollment of around 900, a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1 and are housed on 120 beautiful acres. Hastings, Nebraska, population 25,000, is a supportive community with a multitude of amenities

MISSION– Formed through exceptional teaching, deliberate mentoring, welcoming and participatory community, Hastings College sends forth creative, curious, caring students who thrive as citizens and leaders of their local and global communities. 

HASTINGS, NEBRASKA– Hastings, Nebraska is an attractive residential community located in the heart of south central Nebraska. Hastings is two and a half hours west of Omaha, six hours east of Denver and five hours northwest of Kansas City. The city enjoys excellent public and private schools, offers numerous professional and community services, and serves as a cultural center for a large surrounding area.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hastings College is committed to supporting a welcoming academic and employment environment. The College is an Equal Opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.