Academic Professional Track; Non-Tenure Instructional Assistant Professor Technical Art

Overview

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.

The Technical Arts and Interactive Media (TAIM) Section seeks an individual with expertise in Unreal Engine, real-time 3D production, and interactive media. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in virtual production, game engine workflows, technical art, interactive design, and emerging real-time visualization technologies. Candidates should be able to 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.

Candidates are expected to teach undergraduate courses in Visualization, develop and implement new curriculum pertaining to PVFA programs, particularly in the area of technical arts, and contribute to academic service. The successful candidate will participate in a rotation teaching the senior capstone course and the Interactive Design Vertical Studio (VIST 210 and VIST 110). Undergraduate mentorship is a large component in these courses.

The College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts is a new college within the Texas A&M University System and has a diverse and dynamic mission with 109 faculty and over 15 staff members and projected exponential growth in the next five years. The college was formed from three departments/programs spread across the university: the Department of Visualization, the Department of Performance Studies, and the Dance Science Program.

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. Applicants should consult the college’s website to review our academic and research programs ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

Candidates must have 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. 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

Questions regarding this position may be directed at the Chair of the Technical Arts & Interactive Media Section. (Barbara Klein at kleinba)

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.