Assistant Professor of Practice in Graphic Design

Louisiana State University • Alexandria, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Communication & Arts at Louisiana State University of Alexandria seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice to join a dynamic team to teach a range of undergraduate graphic design courses in a variety of formats (face to face, hybrid, online). The successful candidate will be an experienced practitioner of graphic design willing to teach both introductory and upper-level fine arts courses with special consideration given to a candidate's area of specialization. This position implies both competency in the discipline of Graphic Design as well as an enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring college students. LSUA is focused only on undergraduate education, and because of this, we place great emphasis on the scholarship of teaching. The successful candidate will be required to maintain a full-time annual teaching load, maintain involvement and interaction both with students and the university as a whole. Academic rigor is a priority, but we're also looking for a team player who values collaboration and teamwork.

Requirements

• Relevant and extended experience in Graphic Design with an undergraduate degree in Graphic Design.

Responsibilities

• Plans and teaches courses as assigned
• Maintains flexibility and willingness to teach in a variety of environments
• Prepares syllabi, instructional materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates
• Maintains highest possible standards of classroom instruction
• Regularly keeps office hours and maintains willingness to be receptive to students both in person and through email
• Actively serves on university committees
• Actively participates in institutional meetings
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and enhance professional skills through regular professional development and other activities appropriate to higher education faculty
• Stays updated on new information and developments in field of instruction
• Assists with curriculum development
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Benefits

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts

What This Job Offers

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