AAD Career Opportunities

The School of Visual Arts (SOVA) at Virginia Tech invites applications for an assistant professor of practice, visual arts and entrepreneurship, with a start date of August 2026. The ideal hire will complement the current faculty within SOVA in the area of professional and career development for visual art students. The successful candidate will have innovative professional experience matched by a deep commitment to connecting students to professional success in today's creative economy, both pre- and post- graduation. This position requires someone who can help students build both the technical and transferrable skills that prepare them for a wide range of creative careers. The successful candidate will guide students in understanding how to translate their artistic and design studies into successful linear or nonlinear career paths.

This is a full-time, 9-month , non-tenure-track position with an initial term of three years and the possibility of renewal and promotion. Teaching responsibilities will be in Fall and Spring. Learn more and apply to the position.

The Virginia Tech School of Architecture, housed in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice, based at the Washington Alexandria-Architecture Center (WAAC). The WAAC is an intimate educational community of upper-level undergraduates, Master of Architecture students, as well as students pursuing advanced degrees in urban design (M.S.) and the history and theory of architecture (M.S./Ph.D.). WAAC full-time and adjunct faculty enjoy working closely with active, dedicated colleagues and committed students to educate the next generation of architects, architectural theorists and historians as leaders in our fields. In addition to connections with the main campus in Blacksburg, WAAC is a part of the growing Virginia Tech presence in Northern Virginia, in close proximity to Falls Church, Arlington, and our new, state-of-the-art facility in Potomac Yards, Alexandria. Learn more and apply to the position.

The Virginia Tech School of Architecture, based in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design, invites applications for an Assistant Professor position, based at the Washington Alexandria Architecture Center (WAAC). The WAAC is an intimate educational community of upper-level undergraduates, Master of Architecture students, as well as students pursuing advanced research degrees in urban design (M.S.) and the history and theory of architecture (M.S./Ph.D.). WAAC full-time faculty work with a small cadre of long-time adjunct faculty to educate the next generation of architects, architectural theorists and historians, and leaders in our fields. We are part of a growing Virginia Tech presence in Northern Virginia, in close proximity to Falls Church, Arlington, and our new, state-of-the-art facility in Potomac Yards, Alexandria with opportunities for cross-college collaborations. Faculty enjoy working closely with active, dedicated colleagues and committed students, and we maintain strong ties to the intellectual community and professional resources of the School of Architecture and the larger College of Architecture, Arts and Design. Learn more and apply to the position.

The School of Design at Virginia Tech invites applications for an assistant professor of practice in industrial design. We are seeking a design professional with strong industry experience and a passion for mentoring students in their journey toward professional success. The ideal candidate will bring current industry knowledge into the studio and classroom, helping students build both technical expertise and transferable skills essential for a wide range of design careers. Learn more and apply for this position.

The School of Performing Arts seeks a .75 FTE instructor of double reeds (oboe and bassoon) for an academic year (9-month) appointment. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellence in applied teaching for oboe and bassoon and in building/maintaining a studio. Learn more and apply for this position

The Theatre Program in the School of Performing Arts at Virginia Tech invites applications for a theatre artist and educator for a one-year appointment to join the faculty in August 2026. The successful candidate will be a professional theatre artist/educator with a passion for teaching and the ability to contribute to the education and engagement missions of the Theatre program and School. Learn more and apply for this position.

The Landscape Architecture Program in Virginia Tech’s College of Architecture, Arts, and Design invites applications for a full-time academic year visiting assistant or associate professor of practice appointment, to begin fall 2026 in Blacksburg, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in teaching design studios and the ability to teach core technology courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Learn more and apply for this position.

The Landscape Architecture Program in Virginia Tech’s College of Architecture, Arts, and Design invites applications for a full-time academic year visiting assistant or associate faculty appointment, to begin fall 2026 in Blacksburg, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in teaching design studios and the ability to teach core technology courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Learn more and apply for this position.

The Property Management Program in Virginia Tech’s College of Architecture, Arts, and Design invites applications for a full-time academic year assistant professor of practice appointment, to begin August 2026 in Blacksburg, Virginia. This is a nine-month (academic year) appointment with an initial term of three years and the opportunity for renewal. Positions at the rank of assistant professor of practice carry expectations in teaching, professional engagement, and service. Learn more and apply for this position.

The College of Architecture, Arts, and Design seeks a collaborative and student-centered director of academic advising and student success to join our Academic Affairs unit in employing a holistic approach to providing integrated support for undergraduate academic advising and success. Join us in building a better future! Learn more and apply to the position.

The College of Architecture, Arts, and Design values curiosity and encourages inquiry and exploration through creative practice, research, and scholarship. Fostering an environment and infrastructure that allow our faculty to thrive in this space, we look to increase their success. Join us in creating a better future! Learn more and apply to the position.