Assistant Professor - Graphic Design - Waiver Appointment

Strong candidates will be informed by enthusiastic studio practice and well versed in concepts driving graphic design research, critique, and speculative production.This is a non-tenure eligible (term) faculty position. The primary responsibilities of this opportunity are teaching so we seek to hire faculty who stand out with respect to effectiveness in teaching and engagement with students.Major Responsibilities:This position is a 9-month non-tenure eligible (term) faculty position in the VCUarts Department of Graphic Design with an academic rank of Assistant Professor. The faculty member's responsibilities will be heavily weighted towards teaching. Course assignments will change based on demand and will be at the discretion of the Chair.The faculty member is expected to mentor students; have a fully-engaged pedagogical framework that addresses current trends including collaborative and multi/interdisciplinary engagement; integrate innovative pedagogical and technological approaches, and multicultural perspectives into instructional methods; be a passionate educator who models curiosity and rigorous optimistic engagement to students and fellow faculty; foster collaborative teaching, educational and community engagement opportunities through innovative projects and curriculum; promote the efforts of the department in the school and throughout the community. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the Chair or university administration.Qualifications:Required:• Terminal degree in design or design related field• Strong record of teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level• Well-versed in the concepts driving graphic design research, critique, and speculative production• Evidence of community engagement and collaborative practices• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU• Demonstrable interest in developing productive connections across creative disciplines• Strong collaboration skills, and demonstrate enthusiasm toward teaching and working with faculty, staff and students within the university.Position Type: Teaching & Research FacultyFull time equivalent: 100%Tenure: IneligibleRank: Assistant ProfessorMonths: 9Department:Department of Graphic Design, School of the ArtsSalary: Contact Information:Contact Name: Kristin BrownContact Email: [email protected] Phone: 804-828-2787