The Department of Art and Design at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill a full time Assistant Professor of Practice: Graphic Design & Digital Media.
Posting Date: December 16, 2025
Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Compensation: Minimum salary $60-$62K commensurate with experience plus full New York State benefits package.
Date of Appointment: Fall 2026 (or date of obligation)
Description of Responsibilities:
- Primary teaching responsibilities include teaching 3-4 classes per Fall and Spring semesters.
- Ability to teach in multiple areas is highly desirable. Course areas include foundation classes such as Intro to Digital Media, Typography, and Foundations of Motion and Interaction and Type and Image as well as User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, Motion graphics, 3-D Modeling and Animation, Illustration, Virtual Reality, Branding & Identity design, Product and packaging design, Marketing and advertising, Publication design and Capstone course for Seniors.
- Additional teaching responsibilities can include helping students understand diversity and the different historical and contemporary practices in the visual arts around the world.
- Candidates should show awareness of contemporary issues in digital media and an understanding of emerging technologies affecting the field.
- We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal skills, who excels at mentoring and leading others. The ability to foster a collaborative environment will be essential.
- Candidates should showcase their ability for innovative thinking in both design and visual communication.
SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment... [DEI statement]
Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's or graduate Degree in graphic design, or related field
- Professional experience in the field
- Proficiency in digital technology and leading software applications used in the field.
- Documentation of projects, presentations, or exhibitions that showcase commitment to a practice is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with teaching, mentoring, or supervising people 2+ years
- Professional experience in the field 3+ year
[Diversity statement and additional info]
Search Chair: Woody Leslie, woody.leslie@oswego.edu
To apply, visit http://oswego.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=195738
