School of Art

Advertised until: March 30, 2026

##Job details:

Course:

Mathematics in Art FA 1020 A01 - 3 Credit Hours

Start date:

May 1, 2026

End date:

June 30, 2026

Work schedule:

Expected total hours:

Appointment Pay Rate:

$6,654.00

For more information please contact: Sarah Rout - Sarah.rout@umanitoba.ca

##Key responsibilities:

• Preparing instructional and testing materials relevant to the course being taught.
• Instructing/teaching/testing.
• Marking/grading of exams and assignments etc.
• Providing constructive feedback to students.
• Maintaining regular office hours.

Applications may be considered after the posting closing date.

If more than one section is advertised for this course different applicants may be considered for each section, and applicants are required to indicate their preferred section.

Where a University of Manitoba student is the successful candidate, the terms and conditions of employment, including remuneration, will be governed by the UM/CUPE 3909 (Student) Collective Agreement.

##Qualifications:

• Master's degree, Ph.D. or Ph.D. candidate preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in the English language is required.
• Background/specialization in subject area required.
• Demonstrated competence in post-secondary teaching required.
• Empathetic approach to the instructional needs and concerns of students is required.
• Previous teaching in the subject area or related area would be an asset.

##Additional information:

We seek a practicing artist with a commitment to professional practice and an inspiring teaching style. MFA or equivalent degree required. Must have an ability to work collegially within a complex institutional setting, manage deadlines, and operate within the respectful workplace guidelines of the University of Manitoba. Must be able to supervise a diverse teaching environment and coordinate resources to deliver an above average student experience. Should have experience using digital technology in the classroom. Candidate should possess a skill set that includes basic theories, structuring systems, and mathematical methods and principles of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries as they are used in works of art. Candidates should be able to address topics such as: linear perspective; shapes, patterns, balance and symmetry; ratio, proportion, and harmony; and order, dynamics, and chaos. Candidates should have the ability to supervise student assignments/project and development culminating in a presentation of work for critique and evaluation; the ability to provide ongoing technical and conceptual assistance with assignments; an inspiring teaching style and respect for diverse learning skills. Because the course is team-taught with the Department of Mathematics, candidates should be able to work collaboratively across disciplines. Applicants must submit: 1. A cover letter of application including a statement connecting your professional practice with your teaching. 2. A curriculum vitae that demonstrates current professional activities (exhibitions, publications, presentations, grants), including contact information for 3 references. 3. A maximum of 20 images of your work completed within 3 years, and/or time-based media, maximum 10 minutes running length, including titles and credits, with accompanying image reference list. 4. Copies of student-based teaching evaluations for courses taught within 3 years. 5. Course outlines for courses taught within 3 years.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.