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Oklahoma State University, Department of Art, Graphic Design and Art History in Stillwater invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Jewelry & Metals for the 2024–2025 academic year with the possibility of renewal. We seek an artist and educator who demonstrates a broad knowledge of issues, methods, and theories of both historical and contemporary art.   

The teaching responsibility will be a maximum of 4/4 and is comprised of 3D Foundations, Jewelry 1, Jewelry 2, and Advanced Jewelry Studio.  An ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching using a range of hands-on skills in tandem with contemporary fabrication methods. Knowledge of software to teach 3D modeling and printing starting at the foundation level curriculum is expected. Additionally, the 3D foundations course integrates teaching a range of materials and methods, including soldering, wood fabrication, public art, site-specific installation, laser cutting, etc. Preference will be given to candidates whose portfolio of student artwork shows examples of these approaches.   

The Jewelry & Metals program at Oklahoma State is a long-standing area with state-of-the-art facilities in both traditional craft processes and contemporary digital fabrication. Our established studios include facilities for enameling, lapidary, arc-welding, soldering, casting, etching, 3D extrusion and resin printing, laser cutting, and more. Between the Bartlett Center and Visual Art Annex, the department houses studios for jewelry, sculpture, ceramics, 3D design, painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, and 2D design. Throughout the academic year, there are opportunities to engage with visiting artists and scholars, exhibitions at the OSU Art Museum and Gardiner Gallery, and travel opportunities to punctuate coursework and engage in personal creative research.  

Required Application Materials:     

• Cover letter describing qualifications and interest in this position.  


• Teaching philosophy, 1-2 pages.


• Artist statement, 1-2 pages   


• Curriculum vita, including the names and contact information for three recommenders. Recommenders will be contacted at the finalist stage. 


• Portfolio: 20 labeled examples of personal work  


• Student Work Portfolio and/or Sample Syllabi, if student work is limited.




• Student Work Portfolio: up to 20 labeled images


• And/Or: Sample syllabi: 2 syllabi for Jewelry and/or a 3D Foundations Course, including course outcomes, project summaries, schedule, etc.