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The School of Architecture and Design (SDA) at ADA University invites candidates of professional and scholarly accomplishment to apply for the Adjunct Instructor, History of Modern Art position for its Bachelor in Architecture and Interior Design programs starting in the Fall 2024 semester.

We are seeking dynamic, energetic, and entrepreneurial scholars who have a desire to work collaboratively in an international environment.

General Educational Objectives

The course is designed to foster a dynamic learning experience by adopting an interactive, multidisciplinary approach. Students will develop critical analysis skills, deepen their understanding of modern art, and enhance communication through presentations.

The incorporation of museum visits aims to establish a tangible link between theoretical concepts and the artistic reality. Seminars and workshops will further engage students in focused exploration, encouraging the development of critical thinking and analytical proficiency.

This holistic approach ensures a comprehensive educational journey, blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills for a nuanced comprehension of modern art.

Course's Objectives & Expected Learning Outcomes

General Lines and Skills:

1. Frame artists and works within their historical context.
2. Read artworks using appropriate methods and terminology.
3. Recognize and explain iconographic, symbolic, stylistic, functional, and technical aspects of artworks.

The course advances the study of late 19th-century and 20th-century art (painting, sculpture, architecture), supporting the learning of design processes and artistic languages on a historical-cultural level. It covers artistic research from Post-Impressionism to historical avant-gardes, the main experiences of the post-war period, and contemporary art. Beginning with neoclassical and romantic movements, it follows the development of art, including avant-garde movements, up to the mid-20th century, with a focus on contemporary experiences.

Key content includes the rediscovery of ancient ideals in neoclassicism, Romanticism's ties to historical context, realists' reflections on the mid-19th-century political and social climate, and the impact of photography on Impressionism. Subsequently, the course explores the break with tradition by historical avant-gardes, the birth and development of the futurist movement, art between the wars, the return to order, and the birth and developments of the Modern Movement in architecture, finally encompassing the main lines of research in contemporary art.

Relevant Keywords: Modern Art, Avant-Gardes, Cultural Heritage, Artistic Analysis, Contemporary Art, Historical Context.

Öhdəliklər

• Commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate students;
• Being able to teach the History of Modern Art course during the Fall 2024 semester;
• Developing syllabus and instructional materials to ensure compliance with the SDA curriculum requirements and guidelines;
• Providing quality instruction including stimulating analytical and critical thinking;
• Meeting all scheduled classes and providing instruction in accordance with objectives of the approved course outline;
• Providing meaningful and timely feedback on student assignments, holding regular office hours.

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• A PhD or a master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or other related fields from an accredited institution;
• Experience designing and teaching similar courses in the degree program;
• Proficiency in spoken and written English;
• At least 1 year of teaching experience at an accredited institution, especially at the collegiate level;
• Strong commitment to serving university and society.

Interested candidates are requested to submit, preferably in Word or PDF format, attached to an e-mail message: (1) a letter of interest specifying particular suitability for the position and availability, (2) a current resume, including the names and email addresses of 3 references. 

Send materials via e-mail to sdarecruitment@ada.edu.az specifying the Job Title in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The cut-off date for application is 22 July 2024.

ADA University offers a competitive remuneration package and attractive conditions of employment of high standard. For more information about ADA University, please visit www.ada.edu.az