The Department of Art & Design at the University of Delaware (UD), seeks qualified candidates for appointment as Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning Fall Semester 2019. We are seeking a dynamic and energetic individual who believes in the value of design fundamentals while embracing innovative and diverse technologies, ideologies, and methodologies in their creative practice and teaching.

Ideal candidates show evidence of impact on their profession and students as well as strong potential for success within a research-driven university. They have an in-depth knowledge of typography and communication design theory, in addition to a unique perspective and working knowledge of contemporary media and technology. They are a dynamic thinker and critical maker, valuing the importance of both-on- and off-screen. Professional experience in a design-related field is desirable, but not required. UD and our department are committed to socially and community-engaged practice and research.

The successful candidate will teach primarily in the department's nationally-ranked undergraduate Visual Communications BFA program, as well as contribute to curriculum development within the department's core courses. This person will also engage in critical dialog across the department degree programs, which include Visual Communications (VC), Bachelor of Art, Fine Arts and the two graduate programs, (Interaction Design and Studio Arts).

Our department has a diverse and inclusive facutly, because we believe that instructors from underrepresented groups are essential to the educational experience for students. We welcome all candidates, hoping to expand our knowledge and experience base, and cultivate creative innovation.

The full-time, tenure-track VC faculty teaching load is five courses a year, comprised of a combination of courses throughout the department. In addition to teaching, full-time faculty members are expected to maintain active creative research, serve on college committees, advise students, participate in curriculum development and other departmental activities and projects, and contribute to the vibrant intellectual life of the University.

Required Qualifications:

Candidates must have a graduate degree (MFA, MS, PhD, MA, MDes, MAD, MGraph, or equivalent terminal degree) in graphic design or related field and preferably at least two years teaching experience at the college level.





Application Materials:

Applications must include: (1) A Letter of Intent: describe how specific experiences shaped your qualifications for this position and your vision for the role of design in a global society, (2) Curriculum Vitae, (3) Teaching Philosophy, Sample Syllabi and URL link to a Digital Portfolio of Student Work, (4) References: names and contact information of three people who can attest to your teaching or creative research capabilities, (5) Portfolio of Featured Creative Projects: with a URL link to your full digital portfolio or website. Please clearly specify your role(s) if your portfolio includes collaborative projects. You may also include samples of other accomplishments including evidence of exhibitions, conference papers, published writings, commissioned work, etc.

Application Process:

Review of applications will begin on December 10, 2018, and we expect all applications by January 11, 2019. Please submit all materials listed as separate PDF documents through the University's Interfolio system: http://www1.udel.edu/udjobs/faculty.html.

Additional questions may be directed to:

Colette Gaiter, Chair, Visual Communications Search Committee

Department of Art & Design, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716

cgaiter@udel.edu

About the Department of Art & Design: For more information about our degree programs, facilities and faculty, visit https://www.art.udel.edu/.

About the University of Delaware:

From its roots as a private academy in 1743, the University of Delaware today is a research-intensive, technologically advanced university with global impact. The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

The University's location on the Northeast corridor of the United States makes it an ideal location for visual communications students. Situated midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore, the campus is about three hours by train/car north to New York City and 1.5 hours south to Washington, D.C. Proximity to so many art and design centers offers opportunities for field trips, internships, visiting designers and excursions for students and faculty. The city of Newark, with a population of approximately 30,000 is located in northwestern Delaware, fourteen miles southwest of Wilmington, the principal city of the state.


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