Job description

LAKELAND UNIVERSITY, an independent liberal arts institution located in east central Wisconsin, invites applications from a diverse group of qualified candidates for Assistant Professor of Graphic Design to begin in the fall of 2026. The Assistant Professor of Graphic Design will work collaboratively with studio art faculty to offer innovative courses and programs in graphic design. They will possess a broad range of skills, including vector illustration, image editing, page layout, typography, brand identity, new media, and career preparation. The Assistant Professor of Graphic Design also advises students, supervises experiential learning placements, serves on institutional and/or faculty committees, and participates in ongoing professional development. This is a tenure-track position.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, portfolio of professional and student work, and three current letters of recommendation. Preference will be given to applications received by February 23, 2026. Compensation will be commensurate with background and experience, and a comprehensive benefit program is offered. For additional information on Lakeland University, please visit our website at www.lakeland.edu.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

All Lakeland University staff members are expected to:

• Demonstrate in their words and actions an appreciation for the history of Lakeland University and a commitment to its stated mission;
• Represent unequivocally in their behavior the stated values of the University;
• Be good stewards of the University’s resources, including its personnel and the goodwill of its friends, its alumni, and local community;
• Work collaboratively (as opposed to competitively) with their peers to meet objectives and achieve our goals;
• Keep their supervisor appropriately informed;
• Be forthright and honest in their communication with all members of the University community;
• Treat all members in a manner of teamwork and respect;
• Acts in a manner that sets the standard for service in higher education and the core principals of Lakelanders Excelling at Professionalism (LEAP) – show respect, communicate and be positive;
• Advise their supervisor with respect to all matters that require their attention, including their own performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach 24 credits per academic year of undergraduate courses primarily in graphic design, but also including courses in Lakeland’s interdisciplinary studies core.
• Create and engage students in coursework (assignments, projects, in-class learning activities, critiques, exams) that meet and assess course learning objectives.
• Oversee experiential learning placements and independent studies as needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external communities to establish and expand experiential learning opportunities for students.
• Manage and maintain the Mac Lab with support from IT.
• Use university technology as directed, including academic platforms such as Blackboard and retention software to support student learning.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & SKILLS

• MFA in graphic design, art, or related field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in subject area at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of graphic design theory, methods, techniques, and industry-standard software, specifically Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Demonstrated knowledge and professional experience in vector illustration, image editing, page layout, brand identity, typography, and interactive media.
• An understanding of the nuances of print and digital environments is preferred.

OTHER DUTIES

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lakeland University does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

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Lakeland University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.