Assistant or Associate Professor of Digital Art
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM AD – School of Art (Rod Parker (00008995) (Inherited))
Work Location:
0321 Art Building
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
The School of Art at Louisiana State University seeks an open-rank, tenure-track professor in Digital Art.
The Digital Art program at LSU operates at the intersection of advanced technology and creative expression. Current sponsored research includes the development of virtual production curricula and capabilities, digital twin technology for NASA’s largest manufacturing facility, and simulation of electron microscopy. Additional projects in human-computer interaction, emerging media, and visualization are also underway in collaboration with departments across engineering, computer science, emergency medicine, coastal science, electronic music, film and television, and the Veterinary School. We encourage candidates with diverse interests and specializations to apply.
Our program offers access to extensive resources including digital fabrication laboratories and state-of-the-art digital twinning equipment for LIDAR 3D scanning, photogrammetry, virtual environment creation, and physical computing facilities, in addition to those offered by a close relationship with LSU’s Center for Computation and Technology.
We are looking for an innovative practitioner and dedicated educator, whose expertise in digital art engages the academic scope and research goals of the School of Art in partnership with the Digital Media Arts and Engineering program. Candidates with clear evidence of potential for excellence in teaching, sponsored research & creative activity, and service are encouraged to apply.
A successful candidate may have experience or the capacity to exhibit, publish, or distribute creative works in digital art or any number of related fields such as VFX, compositing, animation, 3D modeling, digital sculpting, virtual reality (VR), electronic art, interactive installation, human computer interaction (HCI), games as art, game studies, serious games, user experience (UX/UI), computer graphics, new media art, or game art production.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate students, sustaining an active record of research and creative practice in digital art, and contributing to service activities. The candidate will also maintain a commitment to ensuring an inclusive and collaborative environment that promotes diversity and creative freedom.
Job Responsibilities
- Teaching 55%: This position will teach at the undergraduate and graduate level in digital art and video games.
- Research 35%: Candidate is expected to participate in scholarly and/or professional research or creative activities.
- Service 10%: Provide services to the School, College, and University, and help lead program development. Participate in student advising and mentoring.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree in field relevant to digital art. Individuals without a terminal degree but with requisite professional practice in their respective fields, will be considered. An appropriate blend of education and experience in digital art to effectively fulfill the essential research, teaching, and service duties of the role.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
To receive full consideration, please provide the following:
1. A letter of application (cover letter) with a narrative description of your background, interests and
qualifications for the position (3-page maximum).
2. A curriculum vita (CV).
3. Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references.
4. A portfolio with links to or examples of at least 3 scholarly/creative works.
5. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application. However, original transcripts
can be provided prior to hire.
Please attach ALL documents in a single PDF under the Resume/CV section of your application.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate is selected. Requests for interviews will begin as soon as January 15th. The position will remain open until it is filled.
More information about the College of Art & Design, School of Art, Digital Art concentration, and Digital Media Arts & Engineering program are available at http://design.lsu.edu, http://art.lsu.edu, http://digitalart.lsu.edu, and http://dmae.lsu.edu.
Posting Date:
December 9, 2024
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check – An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits – LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.