New

Assistant or Associate Professor

North Carolina State University

Commensurate based on experience, education, and faculty rank

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

May 01, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194611EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Assistant or Associate Professor
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate based on experience, education, and faculty rank
Work Schedule	Varied schedule
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Department of Media Arts Design and Technology
About the Department	The Department of Media Arts Design and Technology is positioned within the College of Design at North Carolina State University, with allied academic departments of Graphic and Industrial Design, Landscape Architecture, and the School of Architecture. The Department of Media Arts, Design and Technology offers two undergraduate degree programs, the studio-based Bachelor of Art and Design and the non-studio based Bachelor of Arts in Design Studies, and a Master of Art and Design. Students in our studio-based bachelor and masters program engage in narrative and storytelling through a number of media and platforms including Mixed Media, Animation, VR/AR, Interaction Design, Illustration, virtual production and wearable technologies. Students in our Design Studies program engage in critical design issues shaping the field and practice of design through design research, writing and criticism. Students and faculty in Media Arts, Design and Technology seek opportunities and challenge the status quo through technological possibility, materiality, and look locally, nationally and globally for inspiration, application and impact.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	NCSU College of Design's Department of Media Arts, Design and Technology (MADTech) seeks a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Media Arts, Design and Technology with a focus on Visual Effects for Interactive Media and Virtual Production (Games Design and Development, Virtual and Mixed Reality, 2D and 3D animation, kinetic and immersive installations). With a state-of-the-art Virtual Production Lab running on the Unreal Engine, the successful candidate will be well positioned to develop opportunities for lab funding and engagement locally, nationally and internationally. The candidate will engage in research in the use of technology across multiple platforms and have the ability to teach new and emerging concepts and ideas in Media Arts, Design and Technology at the graduate and undergraduate level. We are particularly interested in candidates who can balance visual and aesthetic production with technological and conceptual exploration. Successful candidates may also by asked to teach at the foundation level instructing students on techniques of basic drawing, 2D and 3D design, digital illustration, animation and sculpture. Candidates may also bring other areas of expertise to these classes. Additional topics of interest might include sound design, interaction design, computation design, and/or blended media experiences. This position is a full-time tenure-track faculty 9-month appointment. Rank to be determined based upon education and professional experience. Specific teaching opportunities include art studios at all levels, including advanced comprehensive studios and/or special topic seminar courses.
Other Responsibilities	Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Applicants are expected to have a terminal degree (MFA, MAD, PhD, or other) in a related design discipline with an emphasis on visual effects, film, animation, games, and/or interactive media. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications	Strong grounding in formal design principles, design process, design thinking, creative problem solving, critical theory, and critiquing skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills. Ability to teach in related areas of media arts, design and technological theory, history, and/or criticism. Areas of scholarship include addressing the social and practical impact of media arts, design and technology, the ability to think and write critically about design, and a clear understanding of "the relationship of making to thinking" in regards to the design process. Ability to provide academic and curriculum advising to undergraduate and graduate students, including both majors and minors in the MADTech program. Ability to lead in course development and other responsibilities related to the implementation of the MADTech Program. Demonstrated ability to facilitate student learning and writing at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Track record of published writing for professional and scholarly journals and conference papers, etc.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in teaching at the college level is preferred.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	05/01/2026
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants are required to submit: (1) a Resume/CV; (2) a letter of intent describing qualifications and interests; (3) contact information for three references; (4) a sample student work (other document 1); (5) a sample syllabi (other document 2), and (6) a teaching statement. Review of applications will begin on 10/1/2026 and continue until the position is filled. Please send inquiries to Katherine Klinger (kaklinge@ncsu.edu)

Position Details

Position Number	00101254
Position Type	Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	9 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	120501 - Art and Design
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.