Assistant Professor, Graphic Design

About the position

The University of Nevada, Reno, Department of Art, Art History & Design announces a full-time, tenure-track faculty position for an Assistant Professor, with a specialization in Graphic Design to begin July 1, 2027. We are seeking an individual with strong experience in areas of web, UI/UX, and interaction design. The ideal candidate will also have a commitment to teaching excellence, with an interest in adapting design pedagogy to meet emerging demands in the profession. Experience in the latest theory and practice in the field is highly desirable, as is participation in organizations or conferences such as AIGA The Professional Association for Design. The individual will work closely with existing faculty to teach and administer Graphic Design courses that support and connect interdisciplinary approaches, and the varied curriculum taught in the department, while bringing industry experience to the classroom.\nTenure-track faculty members in the department will maintain an active research agenda and typically have a 2-2 teaching load: 40% of the time spent will be dedicated to teaching, 40% dedicated to research & creative activities; and 20% to service. The position will work as part of a team in shaping the vision of an evolving and popular program. You will work with Graphic Design BFA students on their individual studies and internship courses and help interface with local companies to maintain internship opportunities and to grow our roster of contacts for student employment.

Responsibilities

Teach and administer Graphic Design coursesSupport and connect interdisciplinary approaches and the varied curriculum taught in the departmentBring industry experience to the classroomMaintain an active research agendaWork as part of a team in shaping the vision of an evolving and popular programWork with Graphic Design BFA students on their individual studies and internship coursesInterface with local companies to maintain internship opportunitiesGrow our roster of contacts for student employmentRequirements

A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Graphic Design or related fieldA commitment to inclusive teachingA substantial portfolio of Graphic Design work relevant to the position descriptionSpecialized skillsets in web, UI/UX, and interaction design.Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Figma and other prototyping platformsAbility to teach Graphic Design courses at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levelsActive record of creative activity and client workNice-to-haves

Industry experience in the Graphic Design fieldSuccessful college-level teaching experienceKnowledge of other animation and modeling design softwares and processesExperience with AI tools and emerging technologies within design processes and the classroom environment.Participation in organizations/conferences dealing in theory and pedagogy surrounding teaching Graphic Design courses and industry skillsetsMembership to professional organizations directly related to the Graphic Design fieldBenefits

Competitive salary range of \$68,000 to \$74,000Remarkable Retirement plan with a 19.25% University match, 100% vested on the first dayHealth insurance options including dental and visionGenerous sick leave, long term disability and life insuranceE. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership optionsLocal business discounts for WolfCard holdersMountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult momentsGrants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees (reduced-rate tuition benefit)Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program