Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

Please see Special Instructions for more details.Candidates are asked to include:A Teaching PhilosophyA Portfolio of their Professional-Work (PDF or Link)A Portfolio of the Work of their Students (PDF or Link)Position InformationPosting Number F0432025Working Title Assistant Professor of Graphic DesignDepartment Org 331000 - ArtWhy should you work at UCA?We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work! At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. Participation in university‑wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. The position is tenure track and a nine‑month appointment.Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe University of Central Arkansas Department of Art and Design invites applications for a full time Assistant Professor of Graphic Design. The candidate is expected to maintain an active record of scholarly and creative activity and service to the University.Additional responsibilities at the department level may include: committee work related to degree program promotion and student retention, department brand and identity development, assisting in maintenance of shared area equipment and shared printers, assisting with promotional newsletters, assisting with website upkeep, and coordinating with the two on‑campus galleries (the Baum and the Windgate) regarding the development of promotional material.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesThe Graphic Design area includes access to a student work studio (with standing desks, digital projector, whiteboard space, and black & white desktop printer) and a student digital lab (Apple Mac stations loaded with the latest Adobe software, desktop color laser printer, digital projector, whiteboard space, and discussion table seating).Faculty and students also have access to the UCA Maker Space (see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-makerspace ) as well as numerous other on‑site digital, print, and studio based classrooms and equipment.Skills Considered Essential for SuccessKnowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.Ability to make sound judgments.Effective…