The School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA), Boston, Massachusetts is conducting a search for a regular full-time faculty position in net art. Position will begin September 2010.

The SMFA seeks a practicing artist/designer with a portfolio of net art, including web based art, networked art, software art and new media that expands to other disciplines such as photo, sound, video, installation, animation, performance or book arts. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an ability to work across media with students and faculty.

We are seeking an educator who has a strong grounding in theoretical, historical and practical aspects of the effect of technology in the arts and will be able to address the discourse of new media and web-based art. Candidates should be fluent in web design software such as Dreamweaver, Flash, HTML code, screen based typography and should be able to teach a wide range of theme based courses for beginning and advanced level students. A background in graphic design, book arts, web design, or programing is a plus. The candidate must be able to work with other faculty members on the development of the curriculum and other area related activities.

MFA or equivalent experience are required, a multidisciplinary sensibility is an asset. The SMFA offers studio courses in diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The SMFA is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. International candidates will be considered.

Please send:

- a letter of application
- a CD of images up to 40 images (jpg, PDF or PowerPoint presentations)
- an artist statement
- teaching philosophy
- current resume and a narrative history of your professional practice
- contact information for three references (do not send letters of recommendation)

Please include SASE for return of materials. SMFA will have no liability in case of loss.

Materials should be sent to:

Academic Affairs Office
attention: Donna Kern
TIA Search Committee
School of The Museum of Fine Arts
230 The Fenway
Boston MA 02115

Please note email applications will not be considered.

All applications must be received by Friday, February 12, 2010 though all applications will be considered until the position is filled.

For more information about the school and our curriculum visit the SMFA website.