Assistant Professor – Graphic Design/Digital Foundations at Colorado State University
Position Description
The Department of Art & Art History at Colorado State University seeks applicants for a full-time tenure track position in Graphic Design and Digital Foundations to begin August 16, 2018. We seek an exceptional educator, scholar, and artist who will join our team of dynamic, creative professionals in studio art, art history, and art education. The department recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community.
This position will teach courses at all levels of undergraduate and graduate graphic design and digital foundations. Curriculum includes but is not limited to Typography and Design Systems, Illustration, Digital Media Foundations, Responsive Design, and Data Visualization. Duties also include curriculum development in both graphic design and digital foundations, mentoring students, contributing to research in the field, participating in local, regional, national, and international forums, as well as service on department, college, and university committees.
Required Job Qualifications
Terminal degree (MFA, MDes, or equivalent international degree) in visual communications, advanced working knowledge and proficiency in creative technologies and professional standards, excellent writing and communication skills, and familiarity with international graphic design movements in visual communications.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Active record of relevant creative arts exhibitions or a history of professional accomplishment and recognition, teaching experience in higher education and/or evidence of mentorship, demonstrated attention to contemporary and historical issues in visual communications, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, all application materials should be received by January 23, 2018. Semi-finalists may be asked to submit further evidence of research, creative activity, and /or teaching. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. To initiate application, submit ONLY:
*Cover Letter
*Curriculum Vitae
*Statement of teaching philosophy and interests uploaded in the
‘Statement of Teaching Philosophy’ slot.
*Evidence of teaching, mentorship, or team leading experience (including course syllabi and/or projects and/or evaluations) uploaded in the ‘Course Materials’ slot.
*Research/creative statement uploaded in the ‘Research/Creative
Work/Artist Statement’ slot.
*Documentation of research/creative activities (examples of research documentation: publications, conference papers, monographs; examples of creative activity: portfolio page link [artwork], websites, blogs) uploaded in the ‘Portfolio’ slot.
*Three references – no letters, please, contact information should include names, position, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University (CSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Executive Director of the Office of Support and Safety Assessment, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523 -2026, (970) 491-7407.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Associate Vice President for Human Capital, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Diversity Statement
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
Search Contact John.Gravdahl@colostate.edu
Colorado State University is an R1 research institution located in Fort Collins, Colorado. The Department of Art & Art History supports majors in Studio Art (BA, BFA and MFA), Art History (BA), and Art Education (BA). Concentrations include: Art Education, Art History, Drawing, Electronic Art, Fibers, Graphic Design, Metalsmithing, Painting, Photo Image Making, Pottery, Printmaking, and Sculpture. Colorado State University has a strong and on-going commitment to equity and increasing diversity among students, faculty and staff.
