Job Information
Iowa State University Graphic Design Assistant Professor in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Graphic Design Assistant Professor
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Graphic Design, in the College of Design at Iowa State University (ISU), invites applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date for this position is August 16, 2025.
The department is seeking a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor to join our 19-person graphic design faculty and assist in advancing the department’s future goals.
Successful candidates will be expected to establish, sustain and grow a world-class externally funded research program that complements or aligns with the department’s areas through independent and collaborative efforts. Additionally, the candidate is expected to establish a record of scholarship at the highest levels, contribute to the teaching missions at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and engage in institutional service and service to the profession. Candidates should have strong communication skills, share our commitment to enhancing excellence and exhibit the potential for long-term leadership in supporting the mission of the department, college, and university.
The Department of Graphic Design is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for each individual and the collective benefit of all. All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within department, college, and university activities, interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- MFA or equivalent terminal degree in graphic design or a related field.
OR
- BFA and a Master’s degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstration of effective teaching that contributes to the department’s undergraduate and graduate degrees in Graphic Design plus the upcoming undergraduate majors in Game Design, Illustration, or User Experience Design.
Demonstration of fundamental graphic design skills, experiences, and knowledge.
Successful record of, or showing promise for future success in, academic research or creative scholarship related to the discipline of graphic design.
Record of active engagement in interdisciplinary collaborations.
About the Graphic Design Department
The Department of Graphic Design is part of ISU’s College of Design, along with Departments of Architecture, Art and Visual Cultures, Community and Regional Planning, Industrial Design, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture. The Department offers a NASAD-accredited BFA in Graphic Design, an MA in Experiential Graphic Design, and an MFA in Graphic Design. The department enrolls nearly 300 undergraduate and over 25 graduate students, all of whom engage in both traditional and emerging technologies and are prepared to become leaders in the field of visual communication.
Department Unit/Website:
For more information about our department’s design program, see https://www.design.iastate.edu/academics/departments/graphic-design/.
Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by December 2, 2024. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online at jobs.iastate.edu to Job Requisition Number R15768.
The following documents are required to be submitted in PDF format:
Letter of application (including information about the desired rank) that briefly discusses how the candidate meets each of the preferred qualifications
Curriculum Vitae
Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and other pertinent information
Other documents:
Portfolio to include research/creative work and student work
One-page teaching statement
One-page statement of research / creative scholarship
Direct questions to Graphic Design search committee chair Alex Braidwood at abr@iastate.edu.If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: October 22, 2024
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R15768
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.