Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) Instructional Assistant Professor in Graphic Design

About the role

The Texas A&M University College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts (PVFA) invites applications for an Academic Professional Track (non-tenure), full-time, 9-month Instructional Assistant Professor position in Graphic Design, with a possibility for renewal, beginning Fall 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of courses in the undergraduate degree programs in Visualization relating to Graphic Design, UI/UX, Web Design, Motion Graphics, and Typography.
• Contribute to conversations about developing and implementing new curriculum pertaining to the PVFA College programs, particularly in design.
• Contribute to academic service which would include serving as a faculty advisor for the student design group.

Requirements

• A terminal degree (Ph.D. or M.F.A.) in a design-related field as described above.
• Candidates who have completed all Ph.D. requirements except the dissertation (ABD) will be considered provided they demonstrate clear progress toward completion.
• Preference will be given to applicants with extensive university teaching experience.

Qualifications

• A strong interest, skill, and experience in web design, typography, and/or motion graphics.

Skills

• Ability to teach a variety of courses in the undergraduate degree programs in Visualization relating to Graphic Design, UI/UX, Web Design, Motion Graphics, and Typography.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

Section advising

Not specified.

College Mission

The mission of PVFA places a heavy emphasis on faculty and student collaboration and interdisciplinary work in both scholarly and creative research. Texas A&M University leadership has charged the college with developing innovative research and creative works, public performances, and degree offerings at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels that build upon our strength in merging art and science, as well as the traditional fields of music, dance, art, and theater. Faculty also have access to a virtual production stage through the Virtual Production Institute.

Additional Information

Applicants should consult the college’s website to review our academic and research programs (https://pvfa.tamu.edu/). Candidates must have a terminal degree (Ph.D. or M.F.A.) in a design-related field as described above. Candidates who have completed all Ph.D. requirements except the dissertation (ABD) will be considered provided they demonstrate clear progress toward completion. Preference will be given to applicants with extensive university teaching experience. Applicants should submit the following materials through Interfolio: cover letter, curriculum vitae (Candidates should include an annotated CV with links to their work, student work, etc.), personal statement: Your statement should include your philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service as applicable. Names and contact information of five (5) professional references. Review of applications will begin 30 days after the position is posted and continue until the position is filled. Questions should be directed to Jill Honeycutt, Program Director for BS in Visualization, (email: jhoneycutt@tamu.edu).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.