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Tenure-Track Position in Graphic Design - Log #25-051
Atlanta, GA
Job Description
Tenure-Track Position in Graphic Design
Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design
Georgia State University
Georgia State University, an enterprising R1 public research university located in the heart of downtown
Atlanta, the cultural and economic center of the Southeast, is nationally recognized for programs and
initiatives that help students from all backgrounds earn degrees. As a national leader in using innovation
to drive student success and research growth, the university provides its world-class faculty and more
than 54,000 students with unsurpassed access to opportunities in one of the nation’s great global cities.
In 2023 U.S. News & World Report ranked Georgia State as the #1 Best Public University for
Undergraduate Teaching, the #1 Non-Profit University to confer Undergraduate Degrees to African
Americans in the US, and the #3 Most Innovative University in the US.
The College of the Arts was established in 2016 and includes the Welch School of Art & Design,
the School of Film, Media & Theatre, the School of Music, the Center for Collaborative & International
Arts (CENCIA), and the Center for Educational Partnerships in Music. In addition to offering some of the
university’s most popular majors, the college connects faculty and students with Atlanta’s thriving arts
scene, its expansive film and music industries, and its active design community.
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Graphic Design
The Welch School of Art & Design is seeking to hire a Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Graphic
Design. The ideal candidate is expected to actively contribute as a collaborative team member to the
growth of GSU's graphic design program. The greater Atlanta area boasts exceptional design facilities,
such as the Museum of Design Atlanta, the Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking, the HP Graphic
Arts Experience Center, the National Center for Civil & Human Rights, and the Atlanta chapter of AIGA.
Faculty members utilize on-campus resources like the ExLab, Creative Media Center, and Creative Media
Industries Institute for research and student mentorship. Various support opportunities are available,
including research grants, fellowships, teaching release time, and travel funds.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated investment in teaching diverse student populations and
be willing to integrate their design specialization(s) into the Graphic Design curriculum, from fundamental
courses to graduate thesis completion. A successful candidate will think of design broadly and wish to
cultivate cross-disciplinary opportunities throughout the university to expand the model for design
education within a research institution. They should also be active scholars and practitioners engaged in
the critical dialogue, examination, research, and advancement of their design field(s). They will assist with
curriculum and program development for Graphic Design, advise students, and lead BFA reviews. They
will assist with graduate recruiting, lead MFA reviews, and chair MFA thesis committees. They will
participate in the professional and academic work of the university, including committee service to the
department, college, and university.
Essential Qualifications
1. Terminal degree (e.g. MFA or PhD or equivalent) in Graphic Design or related design discipline
2. 2+ years of successful teaching experience.
3. Current active research and/or creative practice.
4. A distinguished record of prior accomplishment in design.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Strong skills in two or more of the following areas: UI/UX design, responsive web design, mobile
application design, creative coding, 3D animation, and motion graphics design.
2. An active record of distinguished client projects, publications, and/or exhibitions, with an
understanding of how design can address contemporary social issues.
3. A record of active participation and/or leadership roles in professional design or academic
organizations.
To Apply
Submit three separate PDFs for this job application to wsadrecruiting@gsu.edu either through email or
through direct download (such as WeTransfer). Complete applications will include:
PDF #1: All TEXT documents in this order:
• A letter of application addressing the essential and preferred qualifications, and your past and/or
potential contributions in research/creative activity, teaching, and service
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three syllabus examples (intro level, upper level, and graduate level if available) with clear
project descriptions and course calendar
• Names, email addresses, telephone numbers, and titles of at least three professional references
PDF #2: 20 images of personal work that are clearly labeled and described
PDF #3: 20 images of student work that are clearly labeled and described with relevant assignment and
course information (Title_Medium_Dimensions_Year Completed)
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure
consideration, submit all materials by January 31, 2024. Should you be recommended for a position, an
offer of employment will be conditional on background verification and the submission of three hard copy
letters of recommendation.
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants
due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or
local protected class. As a campus with a diverse student body, we encourage applications from women,
minorities, and individuals with a history of mentoring under-represented minorities
Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design
Georgia State University
Georgia State University, an enterprising R1 public research university located in the heart of downtown
Atlanta, the cultural and economic center of the Southeast, is nationally recognized for programs and
initiatives that help students from all backgrounds earn degrees. As a national leader in using innovation
to drive student success and research growth, the university provides its world-class faculty and more
than 54,000 students with unsurpassed access to opportunities in one of the nation’s great global cities.
In 2023 U.S. News & World Report ranked Georgia State as the #1 Best Public University for
Undergraduate Teaching, the #1 Non-Profit University to confer Undergraduate Degrees to African
Americans in the US, and the #3 Most Innovative University in the US.
The College of the Arts was established in 2016 and includes the Welch School of Art & Design,
the School of Film, Media & Theatre, the School of Music, the Center for Collaborative & International
Arts (CENCIA), and the Center for Educational Partnerships in Music. In addition to offering some of the
university’s most popular majors, the college connects faculty and students with Atlanta’s thriving arts
scene, its expansive film and music industries, and its active design community.
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Graphic Design
The Welch School of Art & Design is seeking to hire a Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Graphic
Design. The ideal candidate is expected to actively contribute as a collaborative team member to the
growth of GSU's graphic design program. The greater Atlanta area boasts exceptional design facilities,
such as the Museum of Design Atlanta, the Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking, the HP Graphic
Arts Experience Center, the National Center for Civil & Human Rights, and the Atlanta chapter of AIGA.
Faculty members utilize on-campus resources like the ExLab, Creative Media Center, and Creative Media
Industries Institute for research and student mentorship. Various support opportunities are available,
including research grants, fellowships, teaching release time, and travel funds.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated investment in teaching diverse student populations and
be willing to integrate their design specialization(s) into the Graphic Design curriculum, from fundamental
courses to graduate thesis completion. A successful candidate will think of design broadly and wish to
cultivate cross-disciplinary opportunities throughout the university to expand the model for design
education within a research institution. They should also be active scholars and practitioners engaged in
the critical dialogue, examination, research, and advancement of their design field(s). They will assist with
curriculum and program development for Graphic Design, advise students, and lead BFA reviews. They
will assist with graduate recruiting, lead MFA reviews, and chair MFA thesis committees. They will
participate in the professional and academic work of the university, including committee service to the
department, college, and university.
Essential Qualifications
1. Terminal degree (e.g. MFA or PhD or equivalent) in Graphic Design or related design discipline
2. 2+ years of successful teaching experience.
3. Current active research and/or creative practice.
4. A distinguished record of prior accomplishment in design.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Strong skills in two or more of the following areas: UI/UX design, responsive web design, mobile
application design, creative coding, 3D animation, and motion graphics design.
2. An active record of distinguished client projects, publications, and/or exhibitions, with an
understanding of how design can address contemporary social issues.
3. A record of active participation and/or leadership roles in professional design or academic
organizations.
To Apply
Submit three separate PDFs for this job application to wsadrecruiting@gsu.edu either through email or
through direct download (such as WeTransfer). Complete applications will include:
PDF #1: All TEXT documents in this order:
• A letter of application addressing the essential and preferred qualifications, and your past and/or
potential contributions in research/creative activity, teaching, and service
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three syllabus examples (intro level, upper level, and graduate level if available) with clear
project descriptions and course calendar
• Names, email addresses, telephone numbers, and titles of at least three professional references
PDF #2: 20 images of personal work that are clearly labeled and described
PDF #3: 20 images of student work that are clearly labeled and described with relevant assignment and
course information (Title_Medium_Dimensions_Year Completed)
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure
consideration, submit all materials by January 31, 2024. Should you be recommended for a position, an
offer of employment will be conditional on background verification and the submission of three hard copy
letters of recommendation.
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants
due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or
local protected class. As a campus with a diverse student body, we encourage applications from women,
minorities, and individuals with a history of mentoring under-represented minorities
Job Summary
Company
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
2+ years
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