Assistant Professor of Art in Sculpture

Job Title

Assistant Professor of Art in Sculpture

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

School of Arts, Media, & Communication

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Art & Design at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Art in Sculpture starting Fall 2027. We seek a motivated, collaborative artist-educator with expertise in three-dimensional art who is passionate about teaching within a student-centered university environment. Candidates should demonstrate an active studio practice, a strong exhibition record, college-level teaching experience, and a commitment to fostering a supportive academic community.

Position Overview

As a faculty member in Sculpture, you will teach undergraduate and graduate courses while contributing to the academic and creative growth of students. Responsibilities include:

• Teaching 3D Foundations and undergraduate and graduate Sculpture courses.

• Participating in departmental meetings and BFA/MFA reviews.

• Managing sculpture facilities, equipment, and studio operations.

• Purchasing supplies and maintaining resources necessary for instruction.

• Implementing training programs and safety protocols.

• Contributing to the recruitment, retention, and success of undergraduate BFA students and graduate students in the MFA program.

• Providing mentorship and guidance to graduate assistants and collaborating with adjunct faculty teaching in the sculpture area.

• Contributing to a collaborative, cross-disciplinary departmental environment.

• The teaching load consists of a 2/2/2/3 load, typically teaching two studio art courses each long semester and three studio art courses during one semester in every four-semester cycle

Join Our Creative Community

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic department that values artistic excellence, innovative teaching, collaborative scholarship, and student success. If you are committed to advancing contemporary sculpture education and mentoring the next generation of artists, we encourage you to apply.

About the Department

The Department of Art & Design is dedicated to cross-disciplinary collaboration, community engagement, and mentoring students to become professionally driven artists, designers, scholars, and creative leaders. The department offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs and supports exhibition opportunities through the Weil Gallery on campus and the Larry Urban Gallery in downtown Corpus Christi.

About the University

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving R2 Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts degree with demonstrated expertise in Sculpture/3D art.

• Evidence of active professional artistic practice and exhibition record.

• Teaching experience at the college or university level.

• 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 in a team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to effectively serve and promote a varied student population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching expertise in areas such as figurative sculpture, woodworking, fabrication, metal casting, mold-making, soft sculpture, or installation.

• Experience integrating digital fabrication technologies such as 3D scanning and printing into traditional 3D media.

• Ability to mentor, teach, and provide leadership to graduate students across disciplines.

• Knowledge of historical, theoretical, and contemporary developments in Sculpture.

• Leadership experience in studio-based educational settings.

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/index.php

All required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position.

A completed application will include:

• Letter of Interest or Cover Letter.

• Teaching Philosophy or Teaching Statement.

• Curriculum Vitae.
• Scholarly activity statement.

• Portfolio consisting of twenty images of personal work and/or a link to an online portfolio.

• Twenty images of student work labeled with assignment name, a brief description, and course level (beginning, intermediate, advanced, graduate) information.

• Unofficial copies of transcripts of graduate coursework

• Three professional references, including name, address, title, telephone number, and email addresses

Application deadline: Thursday, December 31st, 2026

Position start date: Fall 2027

For more information, contact Interim Art Department & Design Chair, Michael Sollitto ([email protected]), or Committee Chair, Assistant Professor - Ceramics, Leandra Urrutia ([email protected])

NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.