Assistant Professor, Graphic Design

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

7d • Onsite

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. Tenure-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.

Requirements

• A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Graphic Design or related field
• A commitment to inclusive teaching
• A substantial portfolio of Graphic Design work relevant to the position description
• Specialized skillsets in web, UI/UX, and interaction design
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Figma and other prototyping platforms
• Ability to teach Graphic Design courses at the introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels
• Active record of creative activity and client work

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience in the Graphic Design field
• Successful college-level teaching experience
• Knowledge of other animation and modeling design softwares and processes
• Experience 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 skillsets
• Membership to professional organizations directly related to the Graphic Design field

Responsibilities

• Teach and administer Graphic Design courses
• Support and connect interdisciplinary approaches and the varied curriculum taught in the department
• Bring industry experience to the classroom
• Maintain an active research agenda
• Work as part of a team in shaping the vision of an evolving and popular program
• Work with Graphic Design BFA students on their individual studies and internship courses
• Interface with local companies to maintain internship opportunities and grow contacts for student employment

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a range of $68,000 to $74,000
• 19.25% contribution to retirement plan, generously matched by the University
• 100% vested in retirement plan on the first day
• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Generous sick leave
• Long term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Reduced-rate tuition benefit for faculty and qualified dependents (up to six credits per semester for faculty, unlimited for eligible dependents)
• Dual career assistance program for newly hired faculty spouses/partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level