Tenure-Track Graphic Design Professor & Researcher

Opt For Healthy Living; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Graphic Design starting Fall 2027. This nine-month appointment requires teaching across foundational studios, typography, visual systems, interaction design, and electives aligned with expertise.

Candidates should show substantial design and research activity and a commitment to inclusive, socially engaged design. The department emphasizes collaboration, interdisciplinary work, and engagement with digital

Qualifications

• Terminal degree must be an MFA, MDes, or PhD completed before start date.
• Evidence of successful undergraduate/graduate teaching.
• Active program of creative practice or research in graphic design.
• Engagement with digital and material media in design.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses across the graphic design curriculum.
• Develop and sustain an active program of research or creative practice.
• Advise and mentor students at both levels.
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment in graphic design.
• Participate in shared governance and service assignments.
• Organize classes in the Canvas LMS and support inclusive teaching.

Skills

Teaching experience

Graphic design research

Typography

Visual systems

Contemporary design methods

Education

Terminal degree in graphic design or related field

Job description

San José State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Graphic Design starting Fall 2027. This nine-month appointment requires teaching across foundational studios, typography, visual systems, interaction design, and electives aligned with expertise.

Candidates should show substantial design and research activity and a commitment to inclusive, socially engaged design. The department emphasizes collaboration, interdisciplinary work, and engagement with digital