Assistant Professor of Practice Graphic Design
Department: SDSU-School of Design
The South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) School of Design invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in Graphic Design to begin no later than August 2025. The position is full-time, nine-month, benefit eligible with a typical workload of 90% teaching and 10% service and reports to the Director of the School of Design. We are looking for candidates with strong foundational knowledge of graphic design and expertise in at least one of the disciplinary content areas. The position is typically 90% teaching and 10% service and reports to the Director of the School of Design.
The School of Design includes accredited degrees in the visual arts: graphic design, and studio arts and the built environment: architecture, interior design and landscape architecture. Collectively, School faculty form a collaborative teaching and research environment that values cross-program and interdisciplinary initiatives. The successful candidate will contribute to building national and international stature and recognition for the discipline, School and University.
SDSU offers a 4-year NASAD accredited Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design degree. The major in Graphic Design prepares students for entry-level design positions. Professional graphic designers plan and execute designs for visual communication according to the needs of audiences and clients in the context for which they are intended. See https://www.sdstate.edu/programs/undergraduate/graphic-design-bfa .
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Teach courses within the professional curriculum, including foundational courses and expertise in one of the disciplinary content areas.
- Provide service to the discipline, university, and community.
- Teach in multi-disciplinary courses within the School of Design.
- DISCIPLINARY CONTENT AREAS :Expertise in at least one of the following areas: 1) packaging design, 2) motion graphics, 3) interactive design, or 4) UX/UI design.
SALARY :
The salary is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $60,000. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
BENEFITS :
We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Terminal degree (masters or PhD) in Graphic Design or related field or international equivalent by time of appointment.
- Potential to develop and teach academic coursework in one or more of the disciplinary content areas.
- Minimum of 5 years, full-time practice in the field.
- Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :Experience teaching Graphic Design at the university level.
- Record of service within the discipline and/or profession.
- Professional experience in one of the disciplinary content areas.
- More than 5 years full-time practice in the field or in university level teaching.
APPLICATION PROCESS :
SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system guides you through the electronic application form. This employment site will require the attachment of 1) a cover letter including a statement of a) academic interest in the position, and b) description of ability to teach within the professional discipline, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) three professional or academic references with appropriate contact information (name, position, phone, mailing and email address), and 4) a portfolio (25-page max. and 20MB max.) demonstrating teaching, professional works and service experience related to the position qualifications. An online link to a similarly formatted PDF portfolio is an acceptable alternative; the URL must be uploaded in place of the portfolio on the employment website. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at 605-688-4128 if you require assistance with the electronic application process.
