Tenure-Track Graphic Design Professor: Shape the Curriculum

Radford University; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Radford University’s Department of Art invites applications for two full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor positions in Graphic Design, beginning August 2027. Rank will be determined by qualifications and years of service; the successful candidates will join a collaborative faculty shaping the curriculum across undergraduate and graduate levels.

The program emphasizes foundations in drawing, typography, and design theory, with upper-level courses in interactive design,

Qualifications

• A terminal degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a closely related discipline completed by the start date.
• College-level teaching experience in graphic design or related discipline.
• A portfolio demonstrating strong design foundations and engagement with contemporary practices across digital and/or physical media.

Responsibilities

• Teach graphic design courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Mentor and advise students and support internships, professional practices, and career preparation.
• Contribute to curricular assessment, program development, and portfolio reviews; recruit and retain students and build partnerships.

Skills

Teaching experience

Portfolio

Education

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Graphic Design or Visual Communication

Job description

Radford University’s Department of Art invites applications for two full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor positions in Graphic Design, beginning August 2027. Rank will be determined by qualifications and years of service; the successful candidates will join a collaborative faculty shaping the curriculum across undergraduate and graduate levels.

The program emphasizes foundations in drawing, typography, and design theory, with upper-level courses in interactive design,