Assistant Professor of Art with a Specialization in Painting and Drawing

Texas A&M • Laredo, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a member of the Texas A&M University System, welcomes applicants for an Assistant Professor of Art with a Specialization in Painting and Drawing to begin Fall 2026 . TAMIU is a Hispanic Serving Institution with over 8,000 students located in Laredo, Texas, a vibrant and bicultural city with a population of about 250,000. The university advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on student success and research excellence. For more information, please visit https://www.tamiu.edu/ . This is a tenure-track assistant professor of art (9-month appointment; with specialization in Painting and Drawing) position. Primary duties will include teaching undergraduate art courses in painting and drawing and developing curriculum in contemporary, mixed-media, and interdisciplinary practices. As a tenure-track faculty member, the successful candidate will maintain an active record of scholarly and creative work, mentor students, and foster a positive learning environment. A reduced load (2-2 for the first 2 years plus research start-up package) is provided to new hires to allow them to focus on conducting creative work and research. Duties also include service to the Visual Arts Program including attending faculty meetings, mentoring students, assisting with management of the TAMIU Art Gallery, and conducting community engagement activities. This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest and most comprehensive college at the university. The Department of Fine and Performing Arts features vibrant programs in art and music, along with dynamic and expanding programs in dance and theatre.

Requirements

• an earned MFA degree in painting or studio art prior to the start of the 2025-2026 academic year
• must have a portfolio of student work that demonstrates the candidate’s proficiency in teaching painting, drawing, and the elements and principles of design
• experience in external granting writing or securing external grants or demonstrated experience in securing grant funding
• experience participating in department, college, and university service and initiatives

Nice To Haves

• college-level teaching experience
• professional experience maintaining a studio practice in painting and related media, including any of the following: mixed media, installation, and interdisciplinary studio practices
• An interest in teaching a special topics course in contemporary painting or a hybrid traditional and/or conceptual course
• Experience working collaboratively and across disciplines

Responsibilities

• teaching undergraduate art courses in painting and drawing
• developing curriculum in contemporary, mixed-media, and interdisciplinary practices
• maintain an active record of scholarly and creative work
• mentor students
• foster a positive learning environment
• attending faculty meetings
• assisting with management of the TAMIU Art Gallery
• conducting community engagement activities

Benefits

• health insurance
• retirement benefits
• life insurance
• Additional pay is available for summer teaching.
• Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences, is also provided.
• Moving expenses are covered in whole or in part by the university.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees