Assistant Teaching Professor of Graphic Design

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Location St. Louis
Full/Part Time Full-Time
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The Department of Art & Design at the University of Missouri - St. Louis

Job Description

The Department of Art & Design at the University of Missouri - St. Louis invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Graphic Design commencing Fall 2026. We seek a leader, passionate student mentor, and generous colleague who will contribute to, support, and help advance our program.

Housed in the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department offers the BFA in Graphic Design, Studio Practice, and Art Education to more than 130 majors through a well-established and progressive curriculum. As the metropolitan, land-grant, research institution serving the most diverse and economically important region in Missouri, the University of Missouri - St. Louis delivers exceptional education, research and engagement experiences that inform, prepare, challenge and inspire our students and community alike.

The successful candidate will contribute to a well-established curriculum in Graphic Design and may develop new coursework in areas of their unique expertise. They will demonstrate the ability to teach Graphic Design skills that may include fundamentals of design, branding, typography, web design/UX, motion graphics, design entrepreneurship, and illustration. Willingness to participate in pedagogical innovation and curriculum development is an important quality of strong candidates, who will creatively collaborate across disciplines and departments to enhance the innovative offerings of Graphic Design, especially in areas of AI, digital media and visual storytelling. While the primary workload of this candidate will be teaching, NTT faculty members with a teaching emphasis are eligible for funding and provided many opportunities to support critical and technological innovations in teaching and learning. Additionally, the successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a collegial mindset, and a potential for future leadership in the department.

Duties and Responsibilities
80% teaching (typically a 4/4 teaching load)
20% service

*Develop and teach coursework in traditional and innovative approaches to Graphic Design
*Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive department and classroom environment
*Support student success through mentorship and effective teaching practices using traditional, flexible, and digital delivery methods
*Collaborate with faculty and departmental leadership to maintain and develop course curricula
*Perform service to the department, college, and university
*Perform other duties as designated by the Department Chair
*Willingness to participate in recruitment activity, portfolio review, and retention efforts

Qualifications

Minimum/Required:
*MFA in Graphic Design, M.Des. with a minimum of 60 hours of graduate work, or equivalent terminal degree in Visual Communication Design, Interaction Design, or closely related discipline. Applicants who will be completing their terminal degree before August 2026 and who otherwise meet minimum requirements are encouraged to apply; however, completion of the degree is required prior to the start of the appointment.

*Evidence of proficiency with industry standard software/hardware

Preferred/Desired:
*Experience teaching college-level courses beyond the TA
*Track record of cross-disciplinary collaborations
*Strength teaching in traditional and innovative mediums
*Strength in typography, visual storytelling, User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI)
*Professional design portfolio

Application Materials

Upload a single, multipage PDF document including:

• Letter of application that addresses the requirements of the position as well as how your experience and interests align with the mission of the university.
• Teaching Philosophy PDF portfolio or link to a design portfolio or reel of time-based projects
• Transcripts showing date of degree granted or current graduate status (unofficial)
• Contact information for three references (including email addresses and telephone numbers). References will not be contacted without notice.
• Vita - Upload a PDF document of your curriculum vitae.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact: Search Chair: Dr. Maureen Quigley, quigleymau@umsl.edu Department Chair: Prof. Michael Behle, behlem@umsl.edu

Application Deadline

Screening of applications will begin January 5 and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on December 31, 2025.

Sponsorship Information

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.