University of Washington, Seattle, WA.
Center for Digital Arts and Experimental Media (DXARTS)
http://www.washington.edu/dxarts

The Center for Digital Arts and Experimental Media at the University of Washington would like to invite applications from suitably qualified individuals for a one year (with possibility of renewal) Research Fellow/Lecturer Position in Mechatronic Art. The successful applicant should be a practicing artist with national or international experience in the field. His/her principle area of practice should be broadly in the area of mechatronic art. This would include at least one of the following specializations:

- computer vision
- rapid prototyping / 3D digital fabrication
- interactive installation
- artificial intelligence
- algorithmic video
- internet art
- telematics

You should have the ability to teach studio classes incorporating skills in programming, fabrication, telematics, electronics, microcontrollers, sensors and mechanics. You should also be able to provide research support to faculty in the mechatronics subject area at DXARTS.

Masters degree, equivalent or higher required. Application must include: CV, artist statement, statement on pedagogy, and a portfolio of current professional creative work and research. Support materials must include three references with phone numbers, mail and e-mail address. Samples of previous course design and recent student work are highly encouraged. Portfolio of work can be on DVD or online.  Please include a SASE for return of materials.

Application materials should be sent to: Professor James Coupe, Research Fellow Search, DXARTS, 207 Raitt Hall, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington 98195-3680. Position remains open until filled. The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty, and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. The University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

For detailed information about DXARTS visit the our website.
http://www.washington.edu/dxarts

Questions concerning this position can be addressed to Professor James Coupe [coupe at uw dot edu]