Assistant Adjunct Professor - Art and Graphic Design

University of Northern Iowa; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA seeks an Assistant Adjunct Professor to teach ART 3030 Graphic Design II for Spring 2027. The course meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 to 5:45 pm and involves design-based problem solving, with emphasis on type, imagery, and layout, including extensive computer use.

Requirements include a graduate degree in Graphic Design or at least five years of professional design experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Graphic Design or have at least five years of experience as a professional designer.
• University teaching experience (instructor of record) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ART 3030 Graphic Design II in Spring 2027.
• Lead lectures, critiques, and project work for the course.
• Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00–5:45 pm.

Education

Graduate degree in Graphic Design

Job description

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Full Consideration Date: 10/16/2026

Job Description: The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Art & Graphic Design seeks applications from an established designer for an Assistant Adjunct Professor position to teach ART 3030 Graphic Design II.

This position will teach one 3-credit ART 3030 Graphic Design II course, for the Spring 2027 semester on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00-5:45 pm.

The Graphic Design II course description: Intensified exploration of design-based problem solving through lectures, projects and critiques, with emphases on type, imagery, and layout. Involves extensive computer use.

Pre-employment background checks are required.

Required Qualifications

Graduate degree in Graphic Design or have at least five years of experience as a professional designer required.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with university teaching experience (instructor of record) preferred.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Sutton, Search Committee Chair, at [e-mail].

Position Details

• Job Category: Faculty
• Type of Position: Temporary Service
• Schedule: Spring 2027

Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions.

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The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college.

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The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.