Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

Job Summary

The Department of Art & Design at Lamar University, a NASAD-accredited program committed to excellence in art and design education, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Graphic Design. We seek an engaged educator and active practitioner whose work reflects contemporary graphic design across print, digital, interactive, and emerging media.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses across the curriculum, including typography, brand identity, UX/UI, and portfolio development, as well as foundation courses as needed.

Essential Job Functions

Teaching and Instruction

• Teach undergraduate courses in graphic design, including typography, brand identity, UX/UI, and introductory design.
• Develop course materials, syllabi, and instructional content aligned with current industry practices.

Research and Creative Activity

• Maintain an active program of creative, scholarly, or professional work appropriate to the discipline.

Service and Program Support

• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA, MDes, or terminal degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
• Ability to teach all levels of undergraduate courses in graphic design.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud applications.