Posting Information Position TitlePostdoctoral Scholar Pool – School of Art & Design (Transformative Technologies) Job Posting Number2025007NTL Job LocationSan Marcos College/DivisionCollege of Fine Arts and Communication Department/SchoolSchool of Art and Design Position Description TheCollege of Fine Arts & Communication (https://www.finearts.txst.edu/) seeks to develop a pool of candidates for one- and two-year postdoctoral positions (postdocs) to support development of a research program centered on transformative technologies in the arts and sciences. This new research initiative will focus on creating space for unlike minds from diverse fields to create a community of inquiry. The emphasis is on sustainable, community-centered access to powerful 21st century tools and materials that amplify learning by accelerating research and teaching. New computing tools, materials, and methodologies are creating waves of disruption in the sciences, arts, humanities, economics, and other domains. The School of Art & Design aims to empower communities of researchers and teachers to work with these tools for open-world problem finding — in fields that might not yet be named. Postdocs will engage in research and professional training opportunities in domains across the arts, STEM , and digital humanities including immersive VR storytelling, expressive STEM and computer science education, XR game design, citizen science data visualization, teacher education research, and computational weaving and textile design. Faculty mentors from multiple academic disciplines work with postdocs on Texas State’s campus in San Marcos. A postdoc is a professional research appointment designed to provide recent doctoral degree recipients with additional experiences and skills to advance their careers. Each postdoc develops an individualized training plan ( ITP ) in collaboration with faculty mentors. The ITP serves as a roadmap for various research responsibilities and outcomes associated with the postdoc’s appointment. It also includes information about various professional development and networking opportunities that will be available to postdocs during their appointment. The School of Art & Design will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool postdoc position will be available for consideration in case the need arises. Required Qualifications (1) Recently awarded a Ph.D. in domains related to innovation sciences or learning studies, such as game theory, narrative theory and multiliteracies, history and philosophy of knowledge, history of education, science & technology studies, next-gen engineering education, XR/VR, computer science/ STEM education. (2) Recent research or design experience with relevant technologies in the hard sciences or humanities. (3) Excellent written and oral communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with interdisciplinary, team, and/or community-based research. Application Procedures Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be considered:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49341 Interested individuals should submit the following materials: 1) A current CV 2) Cover Letter outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for a postdoc research appointment with the Center for Research with Transformative Technologies, and 3) Unofficial transcripts. As part of our application process, please also provide 3 references who can provide information about the applicant’s research skills and experiences in the Reference Letter section. The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from the highest degree granting institution. Remaining categories might be the same as the THRC pool posting: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/47050 Type of PositionFull-Time Proposed Start Date Posting Date10/09/2024 Review Date05/30/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled?Yes EEO/AA Statement Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Reasonable Accommodation If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative fromTalent Acquisition (https://www.hr.txst.edu/talent-acquisition) will respond to you as soon as possible. Record Checks and Verifications Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications. Eligibility for Employment Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. Why Work at Texas State? Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world. Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions. Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/49341 Special Instructions Summary Applicant Documents