Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice in Animation & Games

Assistant Professor of Instruction or Practice in Animation & Games

The Bass School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology (AHT) at The University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Instruction or of Practice (non-tenure track). AHT at UT Dallas is a multidisciplinary academic research school with leading-edge programs in animation, games, emerging media arts, and the arts. We seek candidates with a record of accomplishment in animation and games to join our faculty. Candidates should have experience within the animation or games industry, particularly dealing with character animation. The ideal candidate will be available to begin in August 2026.
Essential duties include teaching four courses in the fall semester and four courses in the spring semester at the undergraduate level (with the possibility of graduate level courses); mentoring undergraduate capstone students; and contributing to public-facing programming. We are especially interested in applicants who can contribute to a campus community through their teaching and mentoring. The appointment commences for the fall 2026 semester.
Minimum Education and Experience: An MFA or PhD in Animation, Game Development, Computer Science is required prior to employment, those with ABD status will be considered at the application/interviewing stage. Candidates for appointment as Assistant Professor of Practice should have a BA with extensive industry experience. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
Preferred Education and Experience: Advanced professional experience in the animation or game industry, including work on commercially released or widely distributed projects, is preferred. Experience teaching at the college level, mentoring student work, and developing curriculum in animation or game development is also desirable.
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