Assistant Professor of Art - Graphic Design

  • Type: job
  • Location: Oakland University, Rochester, MI
  • Deadline: Jan 1 2017 at 12:01PM
The Department of Art and Art History within the College of Arts and Sciences at Oakland University seeks applicants for a full time Assistant Professor of Graphic Design beginning August 15, 2017.
The successful applicant must have a record of or potential for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. Applicants must be proficient in current industry software applications and able to teach digital illustration, motion graphics, and web design. Candidates should have strong professional and student portfolios, an understanding of design history and theory, the aptitude to articulate design ideas through professional practice and personal research, and an interest in community and department service. Candidates with design industry experience and/or coding experience may be given higher consideration.  MFA degree in Graphic Design or related field from an accredited institution required.
The Department of Art and Art History at Oakland University has over 350 students in BA programs in Art History, Studio Art and Graphic Design. Oakland University is a state-supported institution of more than 20,000 students situated on a beautiful 1600 acre campus 25 miles north of Detroit, MI.
To apply, visit https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/9429.  Applications received on or before January 1, 2017 will take precedence in reviewing process.  All applications will be considered until the position is filled.  Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.