Job description
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a Carnegie R1, opportunity, and community engaged university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education and economy of the community we serve. UTEP enrolls more than 25,000 students, 85% of whom are Hispanic and half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. UTEP offers 171 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, El Paso is set against the backdrop of the Franklin Mountains and the Chihuahuan Desert in one of the largest binational communities in the world. A family-oriented community that is one of the safest large cities in the U.S., the cost of living in El Paso is very reasonable with an average home value of $224,000 in 2025, and Texas has no income tax. The region’s rich culture includes a vibrant street art and mural scene, art galleries, a new children’s museum and science center, the state’s longest-running symphony orchestra and a full schedule of seasonal events and festivals. Sports fans will enjoy Division I college athletics, Triple-A baseball affiliate the El Paso Chihuahuas and professional soccer team El Paso Locomotive FC, and outdoor enthusiasts will be drawn to year-round hiking, mountain biking and rock climbing in nearby state and national parks.
Job Description:
The Department of Art seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice in Digital Drawing and Graphic Design with expertise in User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design. This is a non-tenure-track faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate courses, mentoring students, contributing to curriculum development, and supporting the growth of programs in digital design and emerging technologies.
The successful candidate will bring professional experience in graphic design, digital illustration, UX/UI design, contemporary design workflows, and digital media art. The position emphasizes high-quality teaching, student engagement, and professional preparation for careers in creative industries, digital media, and interactive design.
Requirements:
An MFA in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Digital Media, or a closely related field, or a bachelor’s degree with at least five years of professional experience in graphic design, UX/UI design, interactive/web design, motion design, animation, or related areas. Candidates should demonstrate active professional practice and a record of creative achievement in one or more of these fields.
Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years of college-level teaching experience and the ability to teach courses in graphic design, UX/UI design, app design, motion design, animation, and related areas. Experience with public art, mural art, or community-engaged creative projects is desirable.
Candidates should maintain active engagement with current industry practices and emerging technologies, including digital design workflows, user-centered design methodologies, accessibility and inclusive design standards, prototyping and wireframing tools, Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and AI-assisted tools for creative practice.
Additional Information:
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at [email protected], or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP’s Equal Opportunity Office at [email protected].
To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
How to apply
- Letter of interest detailing qualifications
- Curriculum vitae or professional resume
- Statement of teaching and mentoring that includes a plan to support students in developing professional portfolios in preparation for internships and careers
- Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required prior to employment)
- Digital portfolio (PDF, maximum file size is 2MB.)
- Contact information of three professional references (names, email addresses, and phone numbers)
Portfolio should consist of at least 10 examples of professional work in graphic and interactive design, as well as 10 examples of student work. All video, web and interactive work should be embedded in the PDF, or accessible through external links provided in the PDF.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply by July 31,2026
Inquiries about this position should be sent to Professor Juan Juarez, Department of Art Chair at [email protected].
