Assistant Professor of Photography: AI & Digital Imaging

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose State University’s Department of Art and Art History invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Photography with an emphasis on AI, digital imaging, and related tools shaping contemporary lens-based practice.

The candidate will teach across undergraduate and graduate programs, engage in research, and foster inclusive teaching in a diverse student body in Silicon Valley.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree by time of appointment (MFA/PhD or equivalent).
• Active exhibition record and a clearly articulated research agenda in photography and lens-based media.
• Strong grounding in history, theory, and philosophy of photography and image culture.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Photography and interdisciplinary art.
• Advise BFA and MFA students in Photography.
• Conduct research and creative activity related to areas of expertise.
• Participate in department, college, and university governance and service.
• Ensure all classes are organized within the Canvas LMS.
• Demonstrate commitment to inclusive teaching for a diverse student population.
• Contribute to development and evolution of the Photography curriculum.

Skills

Exhibition record

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching across BFA/MFA

Diversity and inclusion awareness

Education

Terminal degree in Photography/related field

Job description

San Jose State University’s Department of Art and Art History invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Photography with an emphasis on AI, digital imaging, and related tools shaping contemporary lens-based practice.

The candidate will teach across undergraduate and graduate programs, engage in research, and foster inclusive teaching in a diverse student body in Silicon Valley.