Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Program Lead

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design • Lakewood, CO

2d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Program Lead (UI/UX Focus) Location: Lakewood, CO Target Salary: $65,000 - 75,000 per year Application Deadline: Open until filled Rocky Mountain College of Art +Design is looking for an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design and Program Lead who has expertise in UI/UX Design for its Graphic Design Program within the Visual Communication Design Department. Program Leads are experienced faculty and discipline experts. As such, they offer discipline expertise to the department and focus on performance metrics related to teaching and learning. Program Leads provide academic leadership and administrative support within the program, with a focus on curriculum, improving student learning and success, mentoring and supporting part time faculty, and assisting the department chair with administrative functions such as studio activities and events, scheduling, budgeting, and program management. Program Leads hold a faculty rank with an approved teaching load. RMCAD’s Visual Communication Department offers degree programs rooted in industry-aligned practices, emerging technologies, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful applicant will have demonstrated expertise in Graphic Design workflows, with an emphasis on UI/UX design, interaction design, motion graphics, and web modernities. In alignment with our commitment to innovation, candidates must be proficient in the integration of AI-driven tools and emerging methodologies into the design process and curriculum. This position supports the continued design, development, and delivery of dynamic, studio-centered curricula and the advancement of learning outcomes to prepare students for leadership in an evolving digital landscape.

Requirements

• A graduate degree (MA, MS, MFA, MDes, or equivalent) in Graphic Design, UI/UX Design, or Interaction Design, OR a bachelor’s degree plus a substantial, sustained record of professional practice, client work, or in-house design or creative agency experience that is widely recognized within the field.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in an academic, curricular, or professional context (e.g., Program Lead, curriculum coordinator, department head, studio, agency, or corporate management position with mentoring or training responsibilities).
• 2+ years of teaching experience in an accredited postsecondary institution with proven expertise in teaching UI/UX principles and related software.
• Examples of pedagogical approaches that align with the institution's mission and values, along with evidence of effective and inclusive teaching that highly values a diverse student body.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across faculty, instructional design, and academic leadership structures.

Nice To Haves

• A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Art, Design, Illustration, Education, or a related discipline OR equivalent professional distinction recognized at a national or international level.
• A sustained record of professional or studio-based work in Graphic Design, UI/UX Design, or Interaction Design, demonstrated through portfolio, exhibitions, client-based and studio work, or live projects.
• Experience and a proven track-record of success in leading or supporting curriculum development, assessment, accreditation initiatives and delivering quality online education.
• Proficiency and the ability to teach industry-leading UI/UX design software (including, but not limited to Figma, Adobe Suite), prototyping tools, and modern web/mobile design methodologies.
• Ongoing engagement with contemporary, emerging industry practices and pipelines with demonstrated expertise in media through creative interventions in areas such as but not limited to: artificial intelligence as medium and cultural system, platform culture and interface aesthetics, design for accessibility and emerging crossover disciplines

Responsibilities

• Teaching + Instruction:
• Curricular Leadership:
• Program Operations:
• Program Development:

Benefits

• Time Off Package including paid vacation, sick and holidays (7 Most Observed, Birthday, & December Gift Holidays)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & AD&D
• Short & Long Term Disability
• 401k employer match
• Tuition Assistance
• Other Voluntary Benefits Offered

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees