Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure) Instructional Assistant Professor for Technical Art
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 Technical Arts, with a possibility for renewal, beginning Fall 2026.
Responsibilities
- Teach a variety of undergraduate courses within the Visualization program, including instruction in Unreal Engine pipelines, interactive experiences, digital content creation, and technical art practices.
- Develop and implement new curriculum pertaining to PVFA programs, particularly in the area of technical arts.
- Contribute to academic service.
- Teach the senior capstone course and the Interactive Design Vertical Studio (VIST 210 and VIST 110).
- Undergraduate mentorship is a large component in these courses.
Requirements
- A terminal degree (Ph.D. or M.F.A.) in Interactive Design or a related field.
- Candidates who have completed all Ph.D. requirements except the dissertation (ABD) will be considered provided they demonstrate clear progress toward completion.
- Extensive university teaching experience.
Qualifications
- Expertise in Unreal Engine, real-time 3D production, and interactive media.
- Experience in virtual production, game engine workflows, technical art, interactive design, and emerging real-time visualization technologies.
Skills
- Ability to teach a variety of undergraduate courses within the Visualization program.
- Experience in developing and implementing new curriculum.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Benefits
The college offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including access to the Virtual Production Institute.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 annually.
Schedule
The schedule for this position is 9-months per year.
Contact Information
Candidates should submit the following materials through Interfolio: apply.interfolio.com/188182
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
Questions regarding this position may be directed at the Chair of the Technical Arts & Interactive Media Section. (Barbara Klein at kleinba@tamu.edu)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.