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The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts invites you to apply for open faculty and staff positions across the Institute, which includes six schools and two museums.

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School of Art

Assistant Teaching Professor, Fashion, School of Art and ASU FIDM

Description

The School of Art and ASU FIDM in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seeks to hire a full-time (1.0 FTE) 9-month (academic year) Assistant Teaching Professor in the Fashion program with an emphasis on Fashion Design and Construction, beginning Spring, 2024. Position responsibilities include teaching/mentoring students and performing service activities. This position will be located on the ASU Phoenix campus.

School of Art

Assistant/Associate Professor, Fashion – School of Art and ASU FIDM

Description

The School of Art and ASU FIDM in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seek a full-time 9-month (academic year) tenure/tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Fashion with an emphasis on new frontiers in fashion merchandising and marketing, advances in product development, or innovative design practices beginning August, 2024. This position includes research, undergraduate teaching, and service responsibilities on the Phoenix, Arizona, campus.

School of Art

Faculty Associate in Art – School of Art

The Art program on the Tempe and Online campus at Arizona State University invites applications for Faculty Associates to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses online and/or on-campus in: Studio Art

These positions are one semester appointments, part time, non-benefits eligible with no tenure implications. A typical Faculty Associate course load is one to two classes per semester. Teaching duties include:  preparing course materials, responding to and evaluating student work, and availability for one-on-one assistance (via weekly office hours for on-campus classes and electronically for online classes). 

The number of courses is contingent upon needs, funding, and sufficient enrollment.  Individuals hired as Faculty Associates may not hold multiple, non-benefits-eligible appointments at Arizona State University. Salary is based upon qualifications and assigned teaching load.

Anticipated start date is: Fall 2024, session A, B and/or C OR Spring 2025 Session A, B, or C

The Design School

Assistant Associate Professor - Architecture of Extreme Environments and Innovative and Resilient Buildings.

Description:

The Design School and the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment at Arizona State University seek applicants for a full-time tenured/tenure-track assistant or associate-level faculty position in the area of Architecture of Extreme Environments with a focus on innovative and resilient buildings, to begin fall 2024. This position is anticipated to be a joint appointment between The Design School in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts and the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. This position will be located on the ASU Tempe campus.

We seek applicants who complement our abilities in designing, constructing, and advancing sustainable built environments that provide long-lasting improvement to the human condition and that are coherently integrated with social and natural systems. Particular areas of interest include but are not limited to: health and the built environment, building envelope optimization, novel material and construction methods, building technologies and energy systems, energy conservation and efficiency, building information modeling, industrialized construction, the use of AI in building technology and construction, and construction and design challenges inherent to extreme environments. We are particularly interested in recruiting scholars who are focused on the design of resilient and adaptive built environments, with an emphasis on empowering and advancing a community’s health, especially in environmental justice contexts. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop and sustain a research program consistent with a tenure-track position, and engage in service within the institution and the profession. We are especially interested in applicants who are dedicated to advancing the ASU Charter and realizing ASU’s Design Aspirations.

This search is part of ASU’s engagement with the Arizona’s New Economy Initiative (NEI), a bold effort to ensure that Arizona leads the new economy that will rely on engineering, design, computing, and technology to drive sustainable growth, resilience, and opportunities for all. NEI investments in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering will grow our world class faculty to accelerate research outcomes and broaden student access across our programs; will establish Science and Technology Centers to foster the growth of new economy industries; and will expand experiential learning and workforce training opportunities.

The Design School

Assistant Professor in Graphic Design -The Design School

The Design School at Arizona State University invites applications for a full-time, benefits eligible tenure track position as an Assistant Professor in Graphic Design. This is a tenure track appointment beginning Fall 2024. This position is located on the Tempe Campus.

The Design School

Assistant Professor of Industrial Design – The Design School

Description:

The Design School at Arizona State University seeks an Assistant Professor of Industrial Design to serve in-person and online programs in the Industrial Design program. This is a tenure track appointment beginning Fall 2024. This position is located on the Tempe Campus.

The Design School

Assistant Professor– Landscape Architecture, Urban Design and Environmental Design (LAUDED)

Description:

The Design School at Arizona State University invites applications for a full-time benefits eligible tenure track position as Assistant Professor in the Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, and Environmental Design (LAUDED) program. This appointment begins in August 2024 and will be located on the Tempe, Arizona campus.

The Design School

Assistant/Associate Professor, Urban Design/Indigenous Placekeeping & Design/Architecture/Landscape Architecture

Description

The Design School at Arizona State University invites applications for full-time, benefits eligible tenure/tenure-track position as an Assistant or Associate Professor in The Design School. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in Urban Design, Indigenous Placekeeping & Design, Architecture and/or Landscape Architecture. The rank for this position will be determined at the time of hire, depending on experience and expertise. This position will be located on the Tempe, Arizona Campus and begins Fall 2024.

The Design School

Clinical Assistant Professor, Industrial Design - The Design School

Description:

The Design School at Arizona State University seeks applications for a full-time benefits eligible appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor in Industrial Design beginning Fall 2024. This position will be located on the ASU Tempe Campus.

The Design School

Clinical Assistant Professor, Landscape Architecture, Urban and Environmental Design

Description

The Design School at Arizona State University invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible position as Clinical Assistant Professor in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design and Environmental Design. This is a non-tenure track appointment beginning Fall 2024. This position is renewable on an annual basis contingent upon availability of resources, satisfactory performance, university funding and the needs of the unit. This position will be located on the Tempe, Arizona campus.

The Design School

Instructor/Teaching Assistant Professors – The Design School

Description:

The Design School at Arizona State University seeks multiple faculty at the Instructor and Assistant Teaching Professor ranks to serve in-person and online programs in Architecture, Environmental Design,  Graphic Design and  Industrial Design. Faculty may teach for both in-person and online degrees and may serve multiple disciplinary programs depending on areas of expertise. Instructor and Assistant Teaching Professors are year-to-year faculty appointments that are renewed annually depending on the needs of the programs. Positions begin August 15, 2024 and will be located on the Tempe Campus.

School of Arts, Media and Engineering

Assistant Professor of XR Technologies – The School of Arts, Media and Engineering and the Media and Immersive eXperience Center

Description:

The School of Arts, Media and Engineering at Arizona State University seeks a dynamic developer and technologist for a tenure-track assistant professor in XR Technologies appointment that will join the team in Fall 2024 as part of the Media and Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center (mix.asu.edu). This expert in technologies for extended reality (XR) will be a critical part of a highly collaborative team devoted to transdisciplinary approaches to public impact through the creative use of technology. This appointment requires in-person instruction on both the Tempe Campus and at the MIX Center in downtown Mesa.

School of Arts, Media and Engineering

Faculty Associate in Media, Arts and Sciences – School of Arts, Media & Engineering

The School of Arts, Media, and Engineering in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University invites applications for multiple part-time Faculty Associate positions to teach Media, Arts and Sciences courses in Fall 2024.

Additional topics for which we seek to create new classes include

     Mathematics for Artists and Designers

     Programming in Unity

     Programming in Unreal

     Python Programming for Media Arts

     Introduction to DevOps

     Javascript for Interactive Media

     Game Design Fundamentals

 

These positions are one semester appointments, part time, non-benefits eligible with no tenure implications. A typical Faculty Associate course load is one to two classes per semester. Teaching duties include:  preparing course materials, responding to and evaluating student work, and availability for one-on-one assistance (via weekly office hours for on-campus classes and electronically for online classes). 

 

The number of courses is contingent upon needs, funding, and sufficient enrollment.  Individuals hired as Faculty Associates may not hold multiple, non-benefits-eligible appointments at Arizona State University. Salary is based upon qualifications and assigned teaching load.

 

Anticipated start date is: Fall 2024, session A, B and/or C

 

School of Arts, Media and Engineering
MIX Center

Founding Director of the Endless Lab for Games and Learning - Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

Arizona State University is seeking a Founding Director of the Endless Lab for Games and Learning. This is a twelve-month administrative position with faculty appointment.

School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Assistant Professor of Scenic Design – School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Description:

The School of Music, Dance and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of Scenic Design beginning fall 2024. We seek an exceptional artist-teacher to shape and teach the undergraduate curriculum in Scenic Design and other related areas. The ideal candidate will maintain a strong level of professional engagement as a scenic designer for live entertainment at a national level. Teaching for this position will be in person and located on the Tempe campus.

School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Assistant Professor of Theatre Lighting Design - School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Description:

The School of Music, Dance and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University invites applicants for a full-time tenure track assistant professor of Lighting Design beginning fall 2024. We seek an exceptional artist-teacher to shape and teach the undergraduate curriculum in Lighting Design and other related areas. The ideal candidate will maintain a strong level of professional engagement as a lighting designer for live entertainment at a national level. Teaching for this position will be in person and located on the Tempe campus.

School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Assistant Professor, Clarinet – School of Music, Dance and Theatre

The ASU School of Music, Dance and Theatre seeks an innovative artist-teacher of clarinet who will participate in our effort to reimagine what arts education means in the 21st century. This appointment will be full-time, tenure-track at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in Fall 2024. This position will be located on the Tempe, Arizona campus.

School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Assistant/Associate Professor of String Music Learning and Teaching

Description:

The School of Music, Dance and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seeks an exceptional colleague to help us broaden the ways people conceptualize string music learning and teaching and expand where and how music learning and teaching occurs throughout contemporary society. This is a full-time, tenure-track appointment as an assistant or associate professor, depending on experience, beginning fall 2024. This position is in-person on the ASU Tempe campus.

School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Clinical Assistant Professor, Dance and Media Design - School of Music, Dance and Theatre

The School of Music, Dance and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seeks a dedicated dance and media artist committed to developing innovative and forward-thinking practices in dance and dance education. This is a full-time, clinical assistant professor appointment, beginning Fall 2024. The teaching for this position is on the ASU Tempe Campus.

School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Clinical Assistant Professor, Music Therapy - School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Description:

The School of Music, Dance and Theatre in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seeks a clinical assistant professor of music therapy for a full-time, benefits eligible position, beginning in fall 2024. The position is an academic year (nine month), non-tenure track position. This position will be located on the Tempe campus.

School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Clinical Assistant/Clinical Associate Professor of Popular Music Voice - School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Description:

The School of Music, Dance and Theatre at Arizona State University seeks an exceptional industry professional and experienced teacher to join our faculty in the popular music program. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise as a popular music singer. This is a full-time, clinical appointment at the rank of assistant or associate, depending on experience, beginning fall 2024. This faculty member will teach on the downtown Phoenix Campus.

School of Arts, Media and Engineering
MIX Center

Founding Director of the Endless Lab for Games and Learning - Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

Arizona State University is seeking a Founding Director of the Endless Lab for Games and Learning. This is a twelve-month administrative position with faculty appointment.

The Sidney Poitier New American Film School

Assistant Professor, Post-Production – The Sidney Poitier New American Film School Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University

Description:

The Sidney Poitier New American Film School in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University (located in Mesa, Tempe and Los Angeles) seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor, Post-Production starting August 2024. This faculty member will design and teach undergraduate courses in film and media editing and post-production, and actively engage in professional research and creative work. This position will be located at two of ASU’s Poitier Film School locations—the ASU Tempe Campus and the Media and Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center, in Mesa AZ.

The Sidney Poitier New American Film School

Assistant/Associate Professor, Creative Producing – The Sidney Poitier New American Film School Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University

Description:

The Sidney Poitier New American Film School in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University (located in Mesa, Tempe and Los Angeles) seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor, Creative Producing starting August 2024. This faculty member will design and teach undergraduate and graduate courses for film and media production and postproduction. This position will be located at two of ASU’s Poitier Film School locations, the ASU Tempe Campus and the Media and Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center, in Mesa AZ.

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Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
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Office of the Dean

Assistant Director, Student Recruitment - Downtown Los Angeles

The Assistant Director of Student Recruitment assumes a crucial role within the Herberger Institute enrollment management team. This talent is pivotal in addressing Herberger Institute’s new student enrollment needs in Los Angeles. 

Responsibilities for the Assistant Director include fostering the success of Herberger Institute’s strategic enrollment initiatives in Los Angeles. This involves orchestrating recruitment activities, such as campus tours, lead generation, follow-ups, admissions events, one-on-one admissions counseling, and daily interactions with prospective students. 

The Assistant Director collaborates with other ASU team leaders to ensure seamless coverage and coordinated recruitment activities. These interdisciplinary teams collectively provide services through in-person interactions, phone communication, and electronic channels.

The Assistant Director, Student Recruitment's performance will be evaluated based on the successful execution of targeted recruitment events on and off-campus, the smooth operation of Herberger Institute new student recruitment visits and events in Los Angeles, meeting new student enrollment target, and the overall enhancement of student enrollment efforts in Los Angeles. Success in this role is synonymous with achieving excellence across these performance measures.

Under the Assistant Dean of Admissions and Enrollment’s direction, this position is responsible for coordinating and managing the Herberger Institute Office of Recruitment and Admissions, Los Angeles administrative functions to include the development and implementation of student recruitment and operations strategies. 

Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
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Office of Student Success

Student Services Assistant

The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University is seeking an outgoing Student Services Assistant to support the academic success team for the Office of Student Success at the Tempe campus. The individual in this position will deliver exceptional customer service to the Institute’s students including greeting visitors, scheduling appointments and providing answers to student inquiries.  

ASU FIDM

Administrative Specialist - Downtown Los Angeles

ASU FIDM, a school of the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, is a community with passion for preparing students for creative careers as fashion industry professionals who practice their craft with a commitment to social responsibility and global sustainability. Under general supervision, the Administrative Specialist performs complex administrative duties of a responsible, sensitive, and confidential nature requiring considerable independence of action in support of the ASU FIDM school director.  

School of Arts, Media and Engineering

Business Operations Specialist

The School of Arts, Media and Engineering in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University is seeking a highly motivated Business Operations Specialist who demonstrates independent judgment and problem-solving skills. This position interacts with staff, faculty, and administrators at all levels of ASU and should exhibit strong abilities to manage multiple tasks. This position will assist with coordinating the business operations functions in accordance with established goals, priorities, time limitations, and funding limitations. These functions include basic accounting, payroll, staffing, and other functions as designated

School of Art

Student and Community Engagement Program Manager

Under administrative direction, the Student and Community Engagement Program Manager performs work of considerable difficulty in coordinating and directing the activities and functions of the Student and Community Engagement Program within the School of Art. The goal of the Engagement Program is to provide students with tools that prepare them for both academic and professional success through the implementation of projects, tasks, and initiatives that target retention, recruitment, community outreach, and student welfare and wellbeing. The Program seeks to support the student culture of the School of Art and to ensure the smooth transition of students between high school, college, and post-graduation.

The Student and Community Engagement Program Manager will work independently to completely large-scale and complex projects, tasks, and initiatives, which include, but are not limited to: implementing and executing summer art camps, skills council, bridge programming, and major engagement events such as Open Door, Homecoming, Fall Welcome, ARTfest, and Brown Bag Workshops; serving as the primary liaison for student-led organizations and developing registration, community, and funding resources; cultivating community outreach programs that involve local and national establishments; connecting students with cultural, professional, academic, and financial support systems; and overseeing undergraduate scholarship processes and communication. To successfully execute these projects, tasks, and initiatives in accordance with School of Art needs, the Student and Community Engagement Program Manager must supervise a team of direct reports to support program goals; work closely with internal and external departments; utilize a range of university systems and technologies; develop promotional strategies for initiatives and programming; manage the operational and financial success of programs by controlling budgets and overseeing logistical, organizational, and procedural details; and complete assessments and evaluations of current and completed work.

Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
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Office of the Dean

Management Intern, Research Advancement

Provides professional level administrative support to the Herberger Institute’s Research Advancement team, assisting with general accounting projects, budget reconciliations and technical support to PIs. Collaborates with assigned senior staff member in order to gain working knowledge and experience related to Knowledge Enterprise and Research Advancement.

The Sidney Poitier New American Film School

Program Manager, Career Services - Los Angeles

At Arizona State University, we measure ourselves not by whom we exclude, but rather by whom we include and how they succeed. Unlike many other top film schools, which measure themselves by who they exclude, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School is inclusive. ASU's undergraduate film majors represent the creative diversity of our country, with more than 40 percent of its students from under-represented backgrounds.

Under general direction, the Career Services Program Manager coordinates and manages administrative functions to include development and implementation of management and operations strategies.

This role will provide career services support to the growing Film program in Los Angeles. The Career Services Program Manager will be responsible for the school’s internships, job opportunities, and alumni relations to aid in our students’ success in the Film industry. Essential duties include, but are not limited to, conducting internship and career consultations with students; acting as a liaison with students, faculty and the employment community; and developing special programs and activities to meet career planning and placement needs.

On Jan. 25, 2021, Arizona State University publicly announced the launch of The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, one of the largest, most egalitarian film schools in the country, operating in three cities across Arizona and California. In the last 15 years, the film program in ASU’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts has thrived, and with the launch of the new school and new facilities, ASU positions itself as a new kind of film school. The Sidney Poitier New American Film School operates across three cities, including a brand-new 118,000-gross-square-foot state-of-the-art facility which opened in 2022 in downtown Mesa, Arizona, 7 miles from the university’s Tempe Campus. The school also operates in the newly renovated ASU Herald Examiner building in downtown Los Angeles, the former home of the Hearst publishing empire, giving film students from every background an opportunity to connect with the entertainment capital of the world and bolstering the presence the film program already has in L.A. through the Semester in LA experience. Students also have opportunities to use Hollywood technology through partnerships, including with the John Hughes Institute and with Dreamscape Immersive, the world’s leading virtual reality company.

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