Assistant Professor of Art (Studio Art)
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.
Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
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 benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
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.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| 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
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| 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.
Open Until Filled
Yes
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.
