Lecturer in MFA Fine Art Critical Studies

About the School

In the School of Art we specialise in making, curating and writing about contemporary art in a dynamic, critical and interdisciplinary environment. We have a world leading reputation, and work with a network of artists, curators, galleries and museums both in London and internationally to create an inspiring and dynamic place in which to study and develop an artistic practice. Many graduates of the School are among the most recognised names working in art today. 

The School has an international reputation for exceptional research and teaching in Fine Art that enables us to establish and maintain links with many prestigious institutions and university art departments across the world. This, together with the cosmopolitan nature of the student body, provides unique opportunities for students to develop cross-cultural collaborative projects.

About the role

We are looking for an artist, art historian or theorist with experience of working in HE art education to teach critical studies on its sector leading MFA Fine Art programme. The MFA runs across two years, comprising Crits based on students’ studio practice, individual and group tutorials, developing research skills, and essay writing. The post involves teaching and assessment across both years of the MFA. You will also have responsibility for academic administration associated with teaching and assessment. You will help interview applicants and admit them to the programme. The post will require an average of two days of teaching per week during term time.

About the Candidate

You will be an artist, art historian or theorist with a professional record of international standing. You will have experience of teaching in HE Fine Art and be responsive to the varied and specific needs of those on this strongly student-centred course.The School expects that you will have an active and internationally recognised research profile, and that you will produce research outputs to be submitted to the REF. In this respect, please note the application requirements specified in the JD under the section Method of Application. You will demonstrate a serious engagement with your own practice, and an understanding of current and emerging theories, concepts and debates within the field of contemporary art. The Department encourages applications from Black and Global Majority and LGBTQ+ candidates.

Benefits

We have generous benefits – an agile working environment, 28 days’ annual leave plus 6 paid closure days (4 at Christmas and 2 at Easter) plus all Bank Holidays, great transport links, a defined benefit pension scheme, support for professional development and a broad range of well being initiatives.

Goldsmiths, University of London is passionate about advancing equality and celebrating diversity.