Graphic Design Instructor - Open Pool Job Fort Collins area,Colorado USA,Education / Teaching

Adjunct Instructor(s) in Graphic Design

The Department of Art and Art History seeks to hire Adjunct Instructor(s) for Academic Year 2026-27 specializing in Graphic Design with a deep understanding and knowledge of typography and type design. The non-tenure track position(s) may include up to a full-time workload, consisting of a 4/4 teaching load, depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate and department needs. This would be a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal.

Full Consideration Date:
August 31, 2026

Brief Work Unit

Description:

The Art & Art History Department curriculum supports majors in Studio Art (BA, BFA, and MFA), Art History (BA), and Art Education (BFA). Concentrations include:
Art Education, Art History, Drawing, Electronic Art, Fibers, Graphic Design, Colorado State University has a strong and on-going commitment to equality and diversity among students, faculty and staff.

Salary Range:

$46-$48,000, 9-month salary (prorated for part-time)

Essential

Job Duties:

Course assignments will be based on department needs; may include Introduction to Graphic Design and Typography and Design Systems.
Service to the Art and Art History program.
Office Hours are required.

Conditions of Employment:

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check

Supervision:

Does not directly supervise.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master or MFA in Design in Art, Graphic Design, and/or similar disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications:

College-level teaching experience in Graphic Design, UX/UI Design, Design Thinking, Typography and Design Systems.
2+ years professional experience in Graphic Design.

Application Instructions:

A complete application consists of:

Cover Letter
Current CV
Portfolio of studio work and teaching examples

This is an open pool that expires at 11:59pm on August 31, 2026. The department draws from this pool if and when there is a need for a non-tenure track instructor in a specific area or for a specific class. Applicants wishing to be considered after this date must reapply.

Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.