Tenure-Track Illustration Professor: Storytelling & Practice

The University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona is seeking a dynamic Assistant Professor of Illustration to join the IDA program in the School of Art. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, sustain an active professional practice, and contribute to curriculum evolution with cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The role emphasizes community-engaged teaching, mentorship of diverse students, and service at multiple institutional levels. Review begins Nov 30, 2026; open until filled.

Qualifications

• MFA in Illustration, Design, Writing, or related area with evidence of a professional practice.
• Demonstrated professional illustration or client-based work and teaching ability.

Responsibilities

• Teach two 3-credit courses per semester for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Maintain an active professional practice in illustration, design, or related fields.
• Contribute to evolving Illustration/Design/Animation curricula with current technologies.
• Engage in service at division, school, college, and university levels.
• Participate in recruitment, outreach, and student advisement to support engagement.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student mentorship

Illustration

Professional practice

Curriculum development

Education

MFA in Illustration, Design, Writing, or related area

Evidence of professional illustration practice

Job description

The University of Arizona is seeking a dynamic Assistant Professor of Illustration to join the IDA program in the School of Art. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, sustain an active professional practice, and contribute to curriculum evolution with cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The role emphasizes community-engaged teaching, mentorship of diverse students, and service at multiple institutional levels. Review begins Nov 30, 2026; open until filled.