"Lecturer"

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Job Title: Lecturer

Department: Arts and Sciences | Design

Course: Design 5505 – Information Design

Course Description: This course explores the relationship between visual design and the field of information visualization. It presents design strategies of how information can be structured and visualized to create effective communications and to stimulate viewer attention and engagement. Students will practice information design by exploring the implications of cognitive principles, communication theories, design thinking and aesthetic principles, semiotic systems in order to develop skills to analyze and design effective information visualization and communication.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching: Delivering engaging and informative lectures to students enrolled in Information Design.
• Office Hours: Providing regular office hours to offer academic support, guidance, and clarification to students.
• Grading: Assessing and grading assignments, projects, and examinations in a timely manner.
• Grade Submission: Submitting final grades in accordance with university policies and deadlines.
• Curriculum Development: Participating in the development and enhancement of curriculum content, ensuring alignment with industry standards and emerging trends.
• Course Coordination: Collaborating with other faculty members to ensure a cohesive and integrated learning experience for students.
• Student Interaction: Engaging with students to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, addressing inquiries and concerns.
• Professional Development: Staying informed about advancements in visual communications design and information design through continuous learning and professional development.

Performance Objectives

• Planning and organizing instruction in ways which maximize student learning
• Meeting scheduled classes and office hours in accordance with university policy
• Ensuring curriculum implementation and course preparation in accordance with department standards.
• Preparing homework and exams, evaluating, and returning student work in a timely manner to promote learning
• Maintaining accurate records of students’ progress and submitting final grade roster in accordance with established university deadlines
• Maintaining confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA

Education and Experience Requirements

Master's degree or higher in Visual Communications Design, Graphic Design, or a related field. Demonstrated expertise in current and emerging information design within the context of Visual Communication Design. Prior teaching experience, preferably at the university level. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include: Required: Curriculum Vita (CV)

Additional Information:

The College: With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.

Department Information: The Department of Design offers three undergraduate majors (BSD Industrial Design, BSD Interior Design, and BSD Visual Communication Design), a Design Thinking minor, and two tracks of graduate study (MFA Design Research & Development, MFA Digital Animation & Interactive Media). Our undergraduate program features a year of Design Foundations followed by competitive major acceptance for small cohorts of 18-20 students, and an emphasis on research and cross-major collaboration. Our three-year graduate program admits 8-12 MFA students annually, the majority of which are fully funded. The diversity of our design faculty’s expertise and the value we place on collegiality and collaboration are points of departmental pride.

The University: Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.