Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in scenic design and related topics which may include drafting, history, analysis, and graphic skills.
- Mentor and advise graduate and undergraduate student designers on realized production work.
- Actively recruit exceptional candidates for the MFA design program.
- Participate in department production season planning.
- Collaborate with the Design, Technology, and Management Area in support of current initiatives and new developments.
- Maintain an active agenda of creative and/or scholarly research including occasional designs for department productions.
- Provide service to the School, College, and University, commensurate with rank.
Required Qualifications:
Required qualifications for Assistant Professor Rank (Tenure Line):
- MFA in Theatre Design.
- Active record of professional scenic design experience in regional and/or commercial theatre.
- Strong CAD skills utilizing industry standard (Schematic, 3D, and Visualization).
- Strong digital and/or hand graphic skills that align with industry standards.
Required qualifications for Associate Professor Rank (Tenure Line):
- MFA in Theatre Design.
- Extensive and active record of professional scenic design experience in regional and/or commercial theatre; minimum of 7 years to be considered for Associate Rank.
- Strong CAD skills utilizing industry standard (Schematic, 3D, and Visualization).
- Strong digital and/or hand graphic skills that align with industry standards.
- University/college teaching experience.
Required qualifications for Assistant Professor of Practice Rank:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Active record of professional scenic design experience in regional and/or commercial theatre; minimum of 7 years.
- Strong CAD skills utilizing industry standard (Schematic, 3D, and Visualization).
- Strong digital and/or hand graphic skills that align with industry standards.
Required qualifications for Associate Professor of Practice Rank:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Extensive and active record of professional scenic design experience in regional and/or commercial theatre; minimum of 12 years.
- Strong CAD skills utilizing industry standard (Schematic, 3D, and Visualization).
- Strong digital and/or hand graphic skills that align with industry standards.
The successful applicant will receive the appropriate rank and title based on university and school established standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a secondary design discipline with a preference for costume or projection design.
- Experience teaching at the graduate and/or undergraduate level.
- Demonstrated mentorship of graduate students and/or assistant designers.
- Proven track record of effective collaboration.
- Experience in non-theatrical applications of design (e.g., themed environment, events).
- Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills suitable for academic program oversight.
Application Procedures:
The position will remain open until filled. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58372.
For full consideration, applications should be received by October 18, 2026.
- A current CV
- Cover letter that includes your qualifications and fit with the job description.
- Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
Proposed Start Date: 08/16/2027
Posting Date: 09/14/2026
Review Date: 10/18/2026
Open Until Filled?: Yes
Why Work at Texas State?: Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.
Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.
