Assistant Professor of Art (Studio Art)

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the
university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the
spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful,
natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student
population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic
community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale
opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and
just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area
residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling
and impactful career including a superior
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well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional
development opportunities with our
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Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the
provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes
the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Art (Studio Art)

Requisition

202600135F

Rank

Assistant Professor

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type

Full-Time Tenure Track

College

College of Arts & Media

Department

Dept of Art

Open Date

10/16/2026

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48871

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name

Rebecca Finley

Title

Chair

Department of Art

PO Box 2089

Huntsville, Texas 77341

Contact Phone

936-294-1314

Contact Email

rlf001@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites
applicants for a full-time Assistant Professor of Art, with an
anticipated start date of August 2027. The successful candidate
will have an emphasis in Drawing and a studio practice that
demonstrates versatility across a range of practices, with the
capacity to contribute to foundational through graduate
instruction. These areas could include ceramics, digital art,
foundations, illustration, interdisciplinary, performance and
video, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture. Artists
engaged in hybrid art forms and / or community engagement are
preferred, as well as those whose work reflects innovative
approaches that extend the boundaries of traditional media.

Primary responsibilities include teaching a 3/2 course load,
contributing to departmental service through committee
participation, and research in area of emphasis. Ongoing creative
accomplishments, exhibitions, and research are an
expectation.

Learn more about the SHSU Department of Art at
www.shsu.edu/art

Educational Requirements for the Position

Applicants must have an MFA in Art.

Experience Required for the Position

Experience teaching at the undergraduate level. Graduate teaching
experience is preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position

The successful candidate will have an ongoing, sustainable, and
engaged art practice, and be prepared to be an active faculty
member who is engaged with the department, college, University,
local and professional communities.

Special Instructions Summary

Applicants should submit the following: • cover letter • a detailed
CV • statement of teaching philosophy • statement of research
(artist’s statement) • names and contact information of three
references • samples of personal work • samples of student work –
for time-based media work examples, please provide URLs for each
specific project within a PDF document and submit under “media
presentation” in the supplemental documents section of the
application. Applicants that have access to their letters of
recommendation can upload them in the supplemental documents
section, if they would like.

Please note: References provided in the References section of
the application will receive an automated email reference request
at the time the application is submitted .

Candidates selected for finalist interviews will need to provide
written letters of recommendation, and official transcripts for
completed degrees.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national
origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran
status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure
equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as
interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University
is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have
additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at
SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
§51.215.

Annual
Security and Fire Safety Report

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you learn about this position?
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• TWC - Work in Texas
• Inside Higher Ed
• Higher Ed Jobs
• HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
• SHSU Website
• SHSU Employee
• Other
• If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee"

please indicate employee's name and department.

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indicate from what source.

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Candidate Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research & Goals
• Teaching Portfolio
• Media Presentation
• Reference Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Transcripts
• Web Site Sample