Assistant Professor of Graphic Design (tenure track)

The Hite Institute, the Department of Art & Design at the University of Louisville, seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Graphic Design starting in the 2022-23 academic year.

Position summary/Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include teaching a 2/3 load, from undergraduate through graduate levels, in your areas of expertise; managing ongoing curriculum and program development; and working with the Design-in-Residence to ensure a strong relationship with community graphic design professionals. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include maintaining a dynamic research and creative activity program. Evidence of success in professional research and creative activity might include design work cited through peer-reviewed processes, winning national awards and/or exhibitions in the field. Service obligations include serving on Departmental committees, advising students, curriculum development, outreach to the community and profession, and other areas consistent with the University of Louisville’s policies. 

Required Qualifications:

MDes, MFA, or Ph.D. in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, Interaction Design, or other areas related to the concerns of graphic design study (degree completed by July 1, 2022); strengths in visual systems, typography, and graphic design history.

Preferred qualifications:

Two or more years of professional practice with a documented record of accomplishment in graphic design/visual communication; college-level teaching experience is desired (may include graduate teaching assistantships). Also desired is an understanding of graphic design theory and semiotics, and UX/UI abilities.

Deadline for first consideration is January 10, 2022.

Application Instructions Review of applications will commence on January 11, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online at https://louisville.edu/hr/employment/jobs/ reference job ID #42517, and submit the following.

The initial application consists of two parts (an official transcript will be required later):

Part A — Online submission

1. Letter of intent

2. Résumé /curriculum vitae

3. Three references, with professional titles, mailing addresses, and email addresses

Part B — emailed materials

email to Steven Skaggs,

sxskag01@louisville.edu

put “GD-TT Search” in Subject Line

4. Examples of design work (pdfs, or link to web online portfolio)

5. Statement of teaching philosophy

6. Statement of research interests

About the Hite Institute

The Hite Institute is the Art & Design Department within the University of Louisville. The Hite is a comprehensive program, comprising fine art studio and design areas, art history, and curatorial studies, and offers BA, BFA, MA, and MFA degrees. The Hite Institute is housed within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Graphic Design Program is one of four BFA tracks, along with 2D, 3D, and Interior Design.

About the University of Louisville

The University of Louisville is a state-supported, R-1 research university located in Kentucky’s largest metropolitan area with an enrollment of more than 22,000 students. The mission of the University of Louisville is to be a premier, nationally recognized metropolitan research university. The University of Louisville strives to foster and sustain an environment of inclusiveness that empowers us all to achieve our highest potential without fear of prejudice or bias (http://louisville.edu/diversity/).

About Louisville

Louisville is a progressive community of around 620,000 people with a robust economy, a vibrant arts scene, a nationally ranked public school system, and a rich history infused with southern hospitality. Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, the largest city of Kentucky boasts a cost of living that is substantially lower than the national average, with a broad range of affordable housing options from high-rise apartments and historic Victorian homes to suburban communities and rural farms.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at employment@ louisville.edu or 502-852-6258.