Assistant / Associate / Full Professor (Open Rank) in Graphic Design / Design Studies

Karlstad University; Çankaya; On-site; TRY 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private university in Turkey seeks a full-time professor in Graphic Design/Design Studies starting Fall 2026. The candidate should have a Ph.D. and demonstrate a strong research record and teaching expertise. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, research support, and collaboration opportunities in a vibrant academic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Research and conference travel support

Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration

Qualifications

• Ph.D. completed by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated research potential through publications or creative works.
• Teaching experience or potential for teaching excellence.
• Medium of instruction is English.

Responsibilities

• Teach design theory and studio courses.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate theses.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Engage with interdisciplinary projects.

Skills

Ph.D. in Graphic Design or related field

Evidence of research potential

Teaching experience

Excellent command of English

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Job description

Assistant / Associate / Full Professor (Open Rank) in Graphic Design / Design Studies

Institution: Bilkent University – Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Department of Graphic Design
Ankara, Türkiye

Description

The Department of Graphic Design at Bilkent University invites applications for a full-time, open-rank faculty position beginning Fall 2026.

We seek a Ph.D.-level candidate with a strong academic background and research record in graphic design, industrial design, or the humanities, who demonstrates an ability to integrate theory, research, and creative practice.

The successful candidate will contribute to our interdisciplinary approach to design education, bringing expertise that bridges visual communication, design culture, and design methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach design theory, studio, and/or research courses at undergraduate and graduate levels
• Conduct independent and collaborative research
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate theses
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental committees
• Engage with interdisciplinary projects across design, art, and humanities

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Graphic Design, Design Studies, Industrial Design, Visual Communication, Humanities, or a closely related field (completed by the time of appointment)
• Evidence of research potential through peer-reviewed publications, creative works, or design research
• Teaching experience or demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching
• Excellent command of English (medium of instruction at Bilkent University)

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of scholarly or creative publications/exhibitions
• Interdisciplinary teaching and research experience
• Evidence of project leadership, collaboration, or external funding
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and mentorship

About Bilkent University and the Department

Founded in 1984 as Türkiye’s first private, non-profit university, Bilkent University is internationally recognized for its commitment to research and excellence in higher education. The Department of Graphic Design combines creative practice, critical inquiry, and theoretical rigor. Faculty members are active in research, design, and creative production, engaging in national and international collaborations. The department emphasizes design as a cultural, communicative, and technological practice.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
• Research and conference travel support
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration

Application Instructions

1. Cover Letter (specifying research and teaching interests)
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Portfolio (of scholarly or creative work)
4. Research Statement
5. Teaching Statement
6. Names and contact information of three references

Please send application materials in PDF format to: [e-mail]