About the role
Position Overview
The Department of Film, Animation and New Media in the College of Arts and Letters at The University of Tampa is seeking a Tenure Track Assistant Professor of 3D Animation and Game Development.
The University is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is situated on a 110-acre campus near Tampa's central business district and features 260 student organizations and a multicultural student body.
Responsibilities and Teaching Load
- The teaching load is 3 courses (12 credit hours) per semester over two 15-week semesters per academic year.
- Instruct undergraduate and possibly graduate courses.
- Teach classes including:
- 3D Animation
- Modeling
- Rigging
- XR/AR/VR Development
Qualifications
- Successful applicants will hold a terminal degree such as an MFA, MPS, or PhD by time of appointment.
- Candidates must demonstrate potential for outstanding teaching, strong written and oral communication skills, and a commitment to high academic standards.
- The selected candidate must be able to work legally in the USA by August 1st, 2027.
Technical Skills and Tools
- Industry Standard 3D Tools: Strong background required in software such as Maya, Blender, Z-Brush, etc.
- Game Engines: Working knowledge of Unreal Engine and/or Unity.
- Programming: Experience with blueprints and other programming or scripting languages is highly desirable.
Application Requirements
All required documents must be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application. A maximum of five documents may be attached; if more are required, combine additional documents into a single attachment.
- Cover letter detailing specific qualifications and professional/research interests pertinent to this position.
- Updated Curriculum Vitae.
- Artist or Research Statement (1 page).
- Teaching Philosophy (1 page).
- Links to professional or research portfolio.
College and University Environment
The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) is composed of eight academic departments: Art and Design, Communication, English and Writing, Film, Animation and New Media, Languages and Linguistics, Music, Philosophy and Religion, and Theatre and Dance. CAL facilities include the Ferman Center for the Arts, the Bailey Art Studios and FabLAB, the historic Falk Theatre, the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values, and the Cass media production facilities.
The University maintains a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, a commitment to internationalization, and a practical, experiential approach to learning.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity
The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.
Additional Information
- Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.
- Once an application has been submitted, no changes may be made.