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Iowa State University Assistant Teaching Professor - Graphic Design in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Assistant Teaching Professor - Graphic Design
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Graphic Design, in the College of Design at Iowa State University (ISU), invites applications for the position of Assistant Teaching Professor. The appointment for this position is anticipated to begin August 16, 2024 and the initial length of the appointment will be one academic year in length ending May 15, 2025, is renewable, and is not tenure-eligible.
The department seeks applicants that can demonstrate an interest and ability to teach in all areas of graduate and undergraduate graphic design. This especially includes one or more of the following areas: creative technology, interaction design, typography, experiential design, UX/UI design, motion graphics, packaging design and web design. The successful candidate will have a strong spirit of collaboration and be committed to interdisciplinary teaching and dialogue.
The candidate is expected to contribute to the teaching missions at the undergraduate and graduate levels and engage in institutional service and service to the profession. Candidates should have strong communication skills, share our commitment to enhancing excellence, and exhibit the potential for long-term leadership in supporting the mission of the department, college, and university.
The Department of Graphic Design is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for each individual and the collective benefit of all. All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within department, college, and university activities, interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- MFA in graphic design; or BFA in graphic design + master's degree in a related discipline; or BFA in graphic design + 5 years' professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience developing and teaching graphic design courses;
Demonstrated ability to teach design processes, design research, and design methodology as part of the creative process.
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Graphic Design is part of ISU’s College of Design, along with Departments of Architecture, Art and Visual Cultures, Community and Regional Planning, Industrial Design, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture. The Department offers a NASAD-accredited BFA in Graphic Design, an MA in Experiential Graphic Design, and an MFA in Graphic Design. The department enrolls nearly 300 undergraduate and over 25 graduate students, all of whom engage in both traditional and emerging technologies and are prepared to become leaders in the field of visual communication.
Department Unit/Website:
https://www.design.iastate.edu/academics/departments/graphic-design/
Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2024
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:May 15, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by June 14, 2024. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online at jobs.iastate.edu to Job Requisition Number R14604 .
The following documents are required to be submitted in PDF format:
Letter of application that briefly discusses how the candidate meets each of the preferred qualifications
Curriculum Vitae
Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and other pertinent information
Other documents:
Portfolio of creative work, if applicable
Portfolio of student work, if applicable
One-page teaching philosophy
Direct questions to Paul R. Bruski, Department Chair bruski@iastate.edu
Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: May 6, 2024
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R14604
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.