What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice in Graphic Design for Digital Media position at Design Observer?
Start of review process: January 2, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.
Starting Date: August 16, 2026
The Department of Design at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Graphic Design for Digital Media. We are seeking candidates with a practice in the dynamic field of graphic design for digital media. Candidates should also demonstrate innovative pedagogical approaches and have teaching experience at the university level. Salary and rank commensurate with experience. This position requires residency in or relocation to Austin, TX.
Responsibilities
Teach the equivalent of three courses, each semester in digital media, including but not limited to: UI/UX, web design, emerging media in graphic design, motion graphics, as well as introduction to graphic design
Actively participate in and support the functioning of the department through service work in selected committees, workgroups, and special projects
Maintain professional activities (including creative practice) at a level that ensures connection with the current state of the field
Participate in departmental, college, and university-wide meetings and events
Required Qualifications
Graduate degree in design, fine arts, or relevant field
Teaching experience, evidenced by a selection of student work
Practice in graphic design for digital media, demonstrated through a portfolio of design work
Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Figma, Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere
Ability to work within a dynamic and complex work environment
Ability to collaborate effectively within teams composed of members with different professional experiences and at varying stages of their careers
Preferred Qualifications
A Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Master of Science (MS), or other terminal degree in Graphic Design
A minimum two years of teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
Excellence in practice in graphic design for digital media, demonstrated through significant professional achievements
Demonstrated experience in administrative work within a dynamic and complex academic environment
Prior experience in collaborating effectively within teams composed of members with versatile professional experiences and at varying stages of their academic careers
Evidence of practice-led or practice-based academic research in Human-Computer Interaction resulting in journal publications or patents
Demonstrated ability to successfully adjust teaching and mentoring methods in response to the learning needs of students from varying backgrounds
Substantial experience developing new coursework and course materials
Experience mentoring students or professionals, including career coaching, networking, etc.
Starting Date: August 16, 2026
The Department of Design at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Graphic Design for Digital Media. We are seeking candidates with a practice in the dynamic field of graphic design for digital media. Candidates should also demonstrate innovative pedagogical approaches and have teaching experience at the university level. Salary and rank commensurate with experience. This position requires residency in or relocation to Austin, TX.
Responsibilities
Teach the equivalent of three courses, each semester in digital media, including but not limited to: UI/UX, web design, emerging media in graphic design, motion graphics, as well as introduction to graphic design
Actively participate in and support the functioning of the department through service work in selected committees, workgroups, and special projects
Maintain professional activities (including creative practice) at a level that ensures connection with the current state of the field
Participate in departmental, college, and university-wide meetings and events
Required Qualifications
Graduate degree in design, fine arts, or relevant field
Teaching experience, evidenced by a selection of student work
Practice in graphic design for digital media, demonstrated through a portfolio of design work
Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Figma, Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere
Ability to work within a dynamic and complex work environment
Ability to collaborate effectively within teams composed of members with different professional experiences and at varying stages of their careers
Preferred Qualifications
A Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Master of Science (MS), or other terminal degree in Graphic Design
A minimum two years of teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
Excellence in practice in graphic design for digital media, demonstrated through significant professional achievements
Demonstrated experience in administrative work within a dynamic and complex academic environment
Prior experience in collaborating effectively within teams composed of members with versatile professional experiences and at varying stages of their academic careers
Evidence of practice-led or practice-based academic research in Human-Computer Interaction resulting in journal publications or patents
Demonstrated ability to successfully adjust teaching and mentoring methods in response to the learning needs of students from varying backgrounds
Substantial experience developing new coursework and course materials
Experience mentoring students or professionals, including career coaching, networking, etc.