The Department of Art & Art History at The University of Mississippi invites applications for an Instructional Assistant Professor of Graphic Design beginning August 17, 2023. This permanent full-time, non-tenure-track, position requires an MFA in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or other terminal degree in a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates will possess a commitment and ability to teach graphic design, digital imaging, typography, UI/UX and interactive design, and web design, as well as have a strong understanding in both traditional and contemporary design practices with knowlege in emerging media and technologies.
Candidates will work with undergraduate students in both the BA in Art and the BFA in Art, emphasis in Graphic Design, as well as with graduate students pursuing the MFA in Studio Art, with a focus on mentoring students through the development of portfolios in a variety of industry-related fields. The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching graphic design courses at both the lower and upper division, mentoring students in the program both academically as well as with career preparation, and performing service appropriate to the position including recruitment, facilities management, and participation in shared governance. The Department of Art & Art History offers a BA and BFA in Studio Art, BA in Art History and MFA in Studio Art. The University of Mississippi, which has been recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education for twelve consecutive years as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, is located in Oxford, MS, ranked as one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns”.
Applicants should complete the University’s online application form at https://careers.olemiss.edu/ AND submit a letter of intent, updated Curriculum Vitae, and a designer’s statement. Candidates should possess a technical mastery of industry-standard technologies and software, including the Adobe Creative Suite and have a strong foundation in typography and hierarchy. Applicants who proceed beyond the initial screening may be asked to submit additional materials. Review of applications will begin January 16, 2023. The position will remain open until an adequate pool has been established. More information about the department can be found at art.olemiss.edu. Please direct inquiries about this position to Professor Tyler Barnes, Chair of the Search Committee (tsbarne1@olemiss.edu).
We recognize the importance of a diverse faculty and a supportive educational and professional environment that affirms the value of cultural diversity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are traditionally underrepresented in academia and from all candidates who are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community.
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Founded in 1848, The University of Mississippi is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. With more than 24,000 students, Ole Miss is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. Its 15 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy, and the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, renowned for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action.
