Job description
Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Visual Art + Design invites applications for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Graphic Design.
This position will begin in the Fall Semester of 2026 (August 11th). Duties will include teaching perceptual, conceptual, technical, and critical skills in undergraduate courses across all levels of Graphic Design, including print and internet design, motion design, digital applications, and design history. The role also involves maintaining the computer design lab and may include teaching a foundations course if needed. Candidates must keep an active studio practice (client work or exhibitions), in addition to providing academic advisement, conducting periodic reviews of students, and performing university service as requested. Applicants must be committed to working with diversity.
For more information, contact Professor Jeff Mickey, Interim Department Head of Visual Art + Design at [email protected]
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- M.F.A. Degree in Graphic Design from an accredited university by hire date
- Ability to teach all levels of Graphic Design at the undergraduate level, and the history of graphic design
- Knowledge of contemporary design practices
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated commitment to artistic activity through an ongoing professional practice in graphic design, or an active exhibition record in a related discipline
- College teaching Experience beyond graduate program
- Ability to maintain a Graphic Design facility
- Ability to teach Foundations-level courses in addition to Graphic Design
- Expertise with multiple software packages included in Adobe Creative Suites
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Vita
- Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
- Names and contact information for 3 references
- Teaching philosophy statement
- Artist / Designer Statement
- Digital portfolio of 15 images of recent artwork – Portfolio should be submitted as a single PDF file
- 10 images of student artwork
Posting Close Date April 27, 2026
Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.
Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
How to apply
Click here and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.
Southeastern Louisiana University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer.