Position Information
Assistant Professor of Practice in Film Theory
The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts and the Film/Media program invite applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Practice.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
College of Liberal and Fine Arts
UT San Antonio's College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA) is the university's most academically varied college, playing a central role in the education of nearly every UT San Antonio student. Home to a broad spectrum of disciplines, including the arts, humanities, and social sciences, COLFA empowers students with the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in today's complex, global landscape.
With 10 distinct departments and schools offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, COLFA prepares students for careers in fields as varied as public service, education, media, the arts, and beyond. The college is also a hub of research and creative activity, where faculty and students contribute innovative scholarship and artistic works that engage with pressing societal issues and enrich discourse internationally.
In addition to its commitment to academic excellence, COLFA plays a vital role in the community and intellectual life of San Antonio and South Texas through public lectures, performances, exhibitions, and community partnerships.
For more information about the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, please visit https://colfa.utsa.edu
Interdisciplinary School for Engagement
The Interdisciplinary School for Engagement in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts at the University of Texas at San Antonio offers multiple degrees and minors in Film & Media. The Film & Media Studies program offers courses in screenwriting, production, and film studies, history, and theory.
Salary Range: $4,000/course.
Job Type: Part Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will teach one section of Film Theory, providing an introduction to film aesthetics and a critical vocabulary of film terminology, through a survey of major film theorists and/or theories or close study of individual theories or theorists.
This is a temporary position with an expected end date of 12/2026. This position may be extended or shortened based on availability of funds and/or departmental need.
Qualifications
Application Process
To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT 6/18/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.