Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor of Graphic Design

Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) and the Ames School of Art & Design invite applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Graphic Design beginning January, 2025. This position is a full time, nine month, on-campus, benefits-eligible position.

Responsibilities:

• Teach six courses per academic year as assigned by director
• Hold weekly office hours
• Engage in University and SoAD service including but not limited to:
  • Participation in recruitment activities
  • Service on school and university committees
  • Advise students
  • Mentor BFA students for senior show
  • Other duties as assigned by school director or dean

Minimum Qualifications:

• MFA, MDes, or equivalent in related field
• College-level teaching experience (Teaching Assistant experience is acceptable)
• Demonstrated competence in instructional methods, evaluation techniques, and technology used in higher education classrooms and studios
• Expertise with digital media web and app design, and proficiency in UX and UI
• Evidence of creative/scholarly achievement

Applicants with administrative experience or interest should indicate so in their cover letter, as school leadership opportunities are expected in the near future.

Benefits:

Competitive salary according to rank. Benefits include health care plan, retirement plan, considerable time off, and access to tuition programs for employees and dependents.

Application Information:

Please email the following application materials or questions to: Kristine Nielson, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair at knielson@iwu.edu

Include:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications for the position
• A one-page statement describing your understanding of inclusion and how your experiences have prepared you to contribute to the IWU commitment of building a diverse and inclusive environment
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching Statement
• 20 examples of personal work and 20 examples of student work from a range of courses (pdf or weblinks)
• Sample of relevant course syllabi (if available)
• Contact Information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately, with a projected start date in January 2025. The final candidate will need to pass a pre-employment background investigation.

Illinois Wesleyan University may offer H-1B or other work authorizations visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must reside and be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Continued employment is conditioned upon maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term.