Visiting Associate Professor in Visual Communication

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is seeking a Visiting Associate Professor in Visual Communication for a one-year position. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses and developing curricula, requiring a strong track record in academia and expertise in areas like graphic design and typography. This position also offers opportunities for collaboration with faculty and contributions to the school's visibility through quality scholarship and creative activity. Ideal candidates will hold an MFA or PhD and have substantial industry experience.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Visual Communication or related field.
• Strong teaching track record at university level.
• Substantial industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 2 courses per semester in Visual Communication.
• Advise on curricular development.
• Provide technical expertise for teaching needs.
• Coordinate courses and attend academic meetings.

Skills

Teaching experience at university level

Expertise in visual communication

Curricular development

Technical review

Collaboration with faculty

Education

MFA, PhD or Practice PhD in Visual Communication/Graphic Design

MA with significant professional experience

Job description

Visiting Associate Professor Position in Visual Communication

The School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) at Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU) invites applications for a one-year Visiting Associate Professor position in Visual Communication. ADM is part of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (COHASS). This position is intended for eminent overseas academics such as international prize recipients or distinguished scholars whose presence will enhance the academic standing of the faculty. The primary responsibility of this role is teaching. However, there are opportunities for candidates to incorporate their research interest(s) in the course syllabi as well as collaborations with other faculty within ADM.

Therefore, candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong teaching track record in a current or previous Associate Professor academic level position. We seek candidates with expertise in one or more areas of Visual Communication, including fields such as, but not limited to, graphic design, editorial design, typography and typeface design, illustration, visual identity, production, concept development, design criticism, motion graphic, curatorial design, and exhibition design.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of undergraduate courses in Visual Communication. There are opportunities to advise on curricular direction and to develop courses, and to provide technical review and feedback on facilities and equipment for pedagogical needs.

The candidate is expected to bring international visibility to the school through continued high quality academic scholarship and/or impactful creative activity. The school expects a variety of service duties, including school and university committee service, and coordination of courses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 2 courses a semester in Visual Communication
• Provide advice and expertise to identify and expand areas of curricular development
• Provide up-to-date technical expertise to review and advise on technologies for teaching needs
• Take on pathway coordination role and attending academic meetings

Qualifications

Successful candidates should have a terminal degree (MFA, PhD or Practice PhD) in Visual Communication/Graphic Design, or equivalent area of expertise. In exceptional cases, an MA supported by significant professional experience can also be considered.

The candidate should have a strong track record of teaching experience at the university level. Preference will be given to the candidate with substantial industry experience and good collaborations at the international level.

Hiring Institution: NTU