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Job Posting Title:
Assistant ProfessorGraphic Design

Position Type:
Faculty

Department:
LSUAM AD - School of Art (Rod Parker (00008995) (Inherited))

Work Location:
Barnes Ogden Art & Design Complex

Pay Grade:
Academic

Job Description:
The School of Art at Louisiana State University seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor of Studio Art in the Graphic Design area to begin August 1, 2024. This is a full-time, tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank. We are seeking an accomplished professional with specialization and expertise in UI/UX design, interaction design and other emerging technologies.
Candidates are expected to teach and engage in scholarly research and service to the School, College, and University. Teaching assignments are a 3:2 course load, and include studios, lecture courses, and seminars at the undergraduate and graduate level for students in BA, BFA and MFA programs. Additional responsibilities include student advising and mentoring for the graphic design program. Candidates should value interdisciplinary collaboration and have the ability to contribute to multiple levels of the curricula within the School of Art.
The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to teaching, an active creative practice, the capacity to contribute to an innovative undergraduate design curriculum, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion that would further existing initiatives in both the Art Department and the University. We are looking for someone to serve not only the specific needs of the graphic design area but those of allied disciplines in art and to complement the expertise of the other members of the department.
Louisiana State University:
The School of Art has 500 students and is one of 4 units in the College of Art & Design which includes Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Design. The School of Art combines the best of both worlds: the resources and faculty of a large liberal arts institution with the personal attention that comes in a close-knit community. The LSU School of Art's graphic design concentration is among the largest and most comprehensive in the region. Our faculty, together with several practicing professionals are dedicated to
exceptional teaching and offer instruction at the intermediate and advanced levels, prepare students to become visual communicators, critical thinkers, and creative problem solvers.
The School of Art offers a Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Master of Arts in Art History, and Master of Fine Arts programs. BFA Studio Art concentrations include digital art, graphic design, and studio arts, with tracks in ceramics, printmaking, sculpture, painting and drawing, photography.
More information about the affiliated units in the College of Art & Design, School of Art, Graphic Design concentration, are available at http://design.lsu.edu, and http://art.lsu.edu
Job Responsibilities
TEACHING (50%): Teach relevant courses for the School of Art in undergraduate and/or graduate programs.
RESEARCH (35%): Research and scholarly activity.
SERVICE (15%): Other contributions to the department, the university, the academic profession, or the broader community that support the primary missions of scholarship and teaching.
Minimum Qualifications
MFA in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Communication Design, Visual Communication Design or closely related discipline. 3 years teaching experience at the university level, which may include experience as an instructor of record.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have three or more years of creative practice within the discipline of graphic design, which may include experience gained while pursuing graduate studies. In addition, the ideal candidate will have teaching experience and research interests in one or more of the following areas: UI/UX design, interaction design, digital/physical experience design, motion graphics, illustration, human-centered design, design for social impact, programming/generative design or other emerging technologies.
Candidates with professional experience in communication and marketing strategy, design/user research methods, and service-learning are encouraged to apply.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
To apply, please submit the following documents via the LSU application portal:

•Cover letter addressing qualifications for this position
•Curriculum vitae
•Diversity Statement
Please also upload the following documents via Slideroom link (we recognize that there is some duplication required): https://lsuart.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/76478
•Cover letter addressing qualifications for this position
•Curriculum vitae
•Diversity Statement
•Artist or Research statement
•Teaching statement
•Teaching evaluations (if applicable)
•Portfolio of creative work (20 images pdf or link in pdf)*
•Portfolio of student work (20 images pdf or link in pdf)*
•Names, addresses, and contact information of at least three references who can address your history of, and potential for, excellence in research, teaching, and service (letters will be requested at a later time)
*Portfolios for creative and student work should be uploaded either entirely in PDF form (PDF-max. size 20MB each), or via embedded URLs in a PDF. This may include video links and sound files with clearly marked viewing times and conditions if applicable. For each work/page, please include description, name, title, media, date, duration, size, and links (when applicable). Please include the course title and project outcomes for the student work you are submitting.
For questions regarding application status or salary please contact Elizabeth Duffy at eduffy@lsu.edu.

Initial review of applications will begin on January 16th 2024. Applications will be accepted through February 14th, 2024
Graphic design faculty members in the School of Art look forward to reviewing your application.

Posting Date:
December 5, 2023

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU's Diversity Statement and Roadmap. LSU 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. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.