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Position Information
Job Title : ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Animation
Classification Title : ASST PROFESSOR
Rank : Assistant Professor
FLSA : Exempt
Full Time / Part Time : Full Time
This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University’s undergraduate and / or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship / creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.
Essential Job Functions
- Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits (TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
- Engages in research / scholarly / creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure / merit criteria.
- Provides services to the university and the profession.
- Participates in promotion review of lower-ranked faculty members within the department.
- When tenured, participates in tenure review of candidates for tenure.
- May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis / dissertation supervision.
Non-Essential Job Functions
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Required Education
Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.
Required Experience and Training
The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research / scholarly / creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a Master of Fine Arts in animation or a related field. Two years of teaching experience in higher education for animation or a related field is preferred.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check. This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Other Specifications
This nine-month position reports to the director and will primarily teach undergraduate and graduate animation courses. The course load will consist of three courses in the fall and three in the spring semesters. Additional duties include supervising graduate assistants and shared management of the animation lab.
The position requires a generalist approach to 3D animation with emphasis on technical and creative problem solving for animation short films and game environments.
Proficiency in 3D modeling, rigging, texturing, shading, lighting, and animation is required. The ideal candidate will have the ability to teach 3D animation and demonstrate proficiency in working within game engines.
Required Background Check
Required Background Check Yes
Salary Information
Hiring Salary - $55,000
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility
This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program (ORP), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Information
Posting Number : F2025-001
Candidates Eligible to Apply : Open to all qualified applicants
Number of Vacancies : 1
Desired Start Date : 08 / 19 / 2025
Posting Open Date : 01 / 09 / 2025
Open Until Filled : Yes
Contact Information
Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
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Salary : $55,000