Assistant Professor of Art in Sculpture

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas, United States

Company

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a doctoral research institution with undergraduate and graduate programs in art and design, focused on teaching excellence, research, and community engagement.

What you will do

• Teach 3D Foundations and undergraduate and graduate Sculpture courses on a 9-month tenure-track appointment.
• Manage sculpture facilities, equipment, supplies, and studio operations.
• Implement training programs and safety protocols for sculpture studios.
• Participate in departmental meetings, BFA and MFA reviews, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Mentor graduate assistants, collaborate with adjunct faculty, and support BFA and MFA student recruitment, retention, and success.
• Maintain an active studio practice and contribute to exhibitions, scholarship, and the creative development of students.

Requirements

• MFA degree with demonstrated expertise in Sculpture or 3D art.
• Active professional artistic practice and a strong exhibition record.
• College- or university-level teaching experience.
• Ability to teach 3D Foundations and advanced undergraduate and graduate Sculpture courses.
• Knowledge of current safety and health standards in sculpture studios.
• Experience working collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff and serving a varied student population.

Nice to have

• Expertise in figurative sculpture, woodworking, fabrication, metal casting, mold-making, soft sculpture, or installation.
• Experience with digital fabrication technologies, including 3D scanning and 3D printing.
• Experience mentoring and leading graduate students across disciplines.
• Knowledge of historical, theoretical, and contemporary developments in Sculpture.
• Leadership experience in studio-based educational settings.

Culture & Benefits

• Student-centered academic environment emphasizing artistic excellence, innovative teaching, collaboration, and student success.
• Opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration and community engagement.
• Access to exhibition opportunities through the Weil Gallery and Larry Urban Gallery.
• Teaching load of 2/2/2/3 across the four-semester cycle.
• Tenure-track faculty appointment beginning Fall 2027.

Hiring process

• Submit a cover letter, teaching statement, curriculum vitae, scholarly activity statement, portfolio, student-work portfolio, graduate transcripts, and three professional references.
• All required documentation must be submitted for consideration.
• Employment is contingent on credential verification and completion of a criminal history check.