Clinical Assistant Professor of Multimedia Arts

Loyola Marymount University; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University is seeking a full-time Clinical Assistant Professor of Multimedia Arts to engage students with interactive technology and digital media practices. The ideal candidate will have an MFA or PhD, be adept in user experience design, creative coding, and possess a hybrid academic and professional background. This role involves teaching three classes a semester and contributing meaningfully to program development, all while fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• MFA or PhD required with at least 2 years of successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in college-level courses.
• Scholarly or creative productivity required.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in digital arts, UX, and creative coding.
• Engage diverse learners at all undergraduate levels.
• Contribute to departmental service.

Skills

Interactive technology

Digital media

Design practices

User experience design

Creative coding

Project-based learning

Education

MFA or PhD

Tools

3D printing

Data visualization

Programming for emerging technologies

Immersive media

Mobile app development

Job description

Clinical Assistant Professor of Multimedia Arts

The Studio Arts Program in the Art & Art History Department at Loyola Marymount University invites applications for a full-time Clinical Assistant Professor in Multimedia Arts starting Fall 2025. The ideal candidate is an outstanding practitioner, scholar, and educator in interactive technology and digital media, capable of engaging diverse learners at all levels of undergraduate education. Proficiency in design/digital media practices with a focus on code-based arts, interaction, and UX design is required. The candidate should be able to teach courses in digital arts, UX, and creative coding, and have experience in project-based learning within a theoretical framework.

Preferred qualifications include a hybrid academic/professional background with expertise in areas such as user experience/interface design, physical-digital integration, 3D printing, data visualization, programming for emerging technologies, net art, mobile app development, immersive media, AI, or net art. Candidates must demonstrate successful college teaching experience, scholarly/creative productivity, and submit a digital portfolio. The typical teaching load is 3 classes per semester, along with meaningful service to the program. An MFA and at least 2 years of successful teaching experience are required at hire.

Application process requires online submission of a complete dossier: a letter of application with a portfolio link, CV, transcripts showing terminal degree (MFA or PhD), teaching philosophy, diversity statement, and three recommendation letters. References should be submitted directly by the referees. For inquiries, contact the Search Committee Chair via email or through the application portal. Loyola Marymount University values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. This position is full-time, with a seniority level of Mid-Senior, in the Higher Education industry, and classified as a Health Care Provider role.