Full-Time Lecturer, Graphic Design Program

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Educational opportunities

Work/life balance

Job summary

Auburn University’s School of Industrial and Graphic Design (SIGD) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Lecturer starting August 2027 for a three-year term with potential extension. The role focuses on teaching freshman-level Drawing, 2-D, and 3-D fundamentals in a professional degree program.

The successful candidate will teach first-year courses and engage in service supporting students; qualifications include an MFA in Graphic Design or related field and prior teaching

Qualifications

• MFA required at time of employment.
• Previous teaching in a post-secondary setting preferred.
• Recent MFA graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach three studio courses (12 credit hours) per semester.
• Contribute to service activities supporting students.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teaching

Education

M.F.A. in Graphic Design, Studio Art, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

The School of Industrial and Graphic Design (SIGD) at Auburn University invites candidates to apply for a non-tenure track Lecturer position. This is a full-time position to commence in August 2027 with a three-year term and the possibility of a multi-year extension. The successful candidate should specialize in teaching freshman-level Drawing, 2-D, and 3-D fundamentals that emphasize formal elements and principles of art and design. The candidate will be responsible for teaching first-year courses to pre-graphic design students within a professional degree program and participating in service activities that support students in the School.

Graphic Design at Auburn

The Graphic Design (GDES) Program http://cadc.auburn.edu/graphicdesign at Auburn University prepares students to practice visual communication in a competitive global environment. Our nationally recognized, NASAD-accredited B.F.A. in Graphic Design emphasizes a systemic approach to design that prepares students to become versatile designers, art directors and economically viable professionals.

GDES students receive hands-on instruction in a professional studio environment that fosters a strong sense of community amoung students and faculty. Students establish a foundation in drawing, 2D/3D design, and typography in lower-level coursework experiences that include interactive design, user experience design (UI/UX), motion graphics, brand identity systems, publication design, packaging, illustration, and image-making.

The GDES program introduces students to the professional design community by hosting exhibitions, symposia, and guest lectures by industry leaders. An internship program provides students with real-world experience and networking opportunities.

About the School of Industrial and Graphic Design (SIGD)

SIGD is situated within Auburn University's College of Architecture, Design and Construction, an interdisciplinary environment that brings together architecture, landscape architecture, environmental design, building science, industrial design, and graphic design. The school supports design education that is experimental, research-driven, practice-informed, and engaged with contemporary social, environmental, and technological questions - and shares a culture of making, inquiry, and public engagement with other disciplines across the college.

About Auburn University

Auburn University is a land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant institution with an "R1" Carnegie classification, combining an exceptional student experience with a sustained commitment to groundbreaking research and public engagement. Located in Auburn, Alabama, a historic college town and one of the state's fastest-growing metropolitan areas, with close proximity to Birmingham, Atlanta, and the Gulf Coast.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the appointment are broken down as follows: 95% for teaching and 5% for service. The teaching load consists of three studio courses (12 credit hours total) per semester.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold an M.F.A. in Graphic Design, Studio Art, or related discipline from an accredited institution, at the time employment begins. Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary education environment and/or professional experience is desired. Recent M.F.A. graduates are also encouraged to apply. The GDES program is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the academic community's excellence through their teaching, and service.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Desired candidates should have the ability to teach a variety of foundation graphic design studios.

Contract Type

Annual Appointment

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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