Assistant Professor, Graphic Design
The University of Akron•Akron, OH
About The Position
The Mary Schiller Myers School of Art at The University of Akron ( https://www.uakron.edu/art/ ) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position for the BFA in Graphic Design program starting in August 2026. The University of Akron seeks scholars that will lead collaborations among faculty, students and community partners that address questions of well-being, public safety, and civic engagement.
Requirements
- MFA in Graphic Design or equivalent terminal degree
- Minimum of 2–3 years of teaching experience
- Demonstrated breadth of creative research or professional practice across all related graphic design areas as well as a defined expertise in one or more area such as typography, motion, interactive design, illustration, or other related field.
- Ability to contribute complementary skills to the existing faculty
- Multidisciplinary graphic designer with demonstrated strength in typography, ideation, and iterative design processes
- Proficiency in industry-standard tools including Adobe Creative Suite and Figma
- Ability to adapt to emerging technologies and integrate evolving tools and practices into teaching
- Evidence of strong visual communication skills across print, digital, and/or interactive platforms
Nice To Haves
- Coordination of undergraduate programs
- Professional experience in graphic design or related fields
- Experience developing undergraduate curriculum
- Ability to manage budgets and supervise student workers
- Willingness to support the Student Services printing lab operations
- Experience with emerging and expanded design and media tools and software (beyond just InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) such as Affinity, Sketch, Procreate, Blender, After Effects, Premier, Cavalry, TouchDesigner, 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, among others.
- Experience with motion design, video shooting/editing, interactive design, or spatial/experiential design practices
- Demonstrated ability to connect professional practice to teaching and curriculum development
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate graphic design courses across all levels of the curriculum
- Participate in departmental service, committee work, and program support
- Maintain a robust creative research or professional practice
- Contribute to curriculum development and ongoing program assessment
- Support student success through mentorship and engagement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
