Faculty, Graphic Design

Pennsylvania College of Technology•Williamsport, PA

43d•$61,969 - $79,813•Onsite

About The Position

The faculty will be responsible for student instruction, student advising, educational leadership, and mentoring in Graphic Design. The focus of this position is in classroom and studio instruction. Teach full load (15 credits/semester) primary areas of teaching may include, but not be limited to, graphic design foundation courses, studio courses, and web design courses. Benefits include: medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more. For additional information, click here. College Statement This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice. EEO Statement Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Requirements

Master's Degree Fine Arts (MFA), Master of Graphic Design (MGD), Master of Design (M.Des), or equivalent terminal degree, or bachelor's degree in graphic design, or Web/Interactive Design, or a related discipline, and minimum of six years' full-time professional experience in Graphic Design and Web/Interactive Design.
Significant course work or experience in Graphic Design.
Proficiency in contemporary design tools, technologies, and software.
Professional portfolio in graphic design and other commercial applications of art.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form.
Ability to work with a diverse student population.
Developed organizational skills.
Portfolio of student design work.

Nice To Haves

Professional Experience in behavioral, UX, UI, and human-centered design.
Equivalency of two (2) years of full-time teaching experience at the college level.
Professional leadership experience in graphic design and web/interactive design.

Responsibilities

Teach full load (15 credits/semester) in Graphic Design. Primary areas of teaching may include, but not be limited to, graphic design foundation courses, studio courses, and web design courses.
Advise, schedule, and maintain accurate records on students.
Write and update course syllabi.
Assist with curriculum review, revision, and development.
Engage in continuous professional development in art and in appropriate instructional methodologies.
Maintain office hours according to contractual guidelines.
Assist Graphic Design students with individualized portfolio development.
Contribute to the betterment of the College through School and department committee participation.
Participate in outcomes assessment and program review.
Contribute to the betterment of the College through College-wide committee participate.