Assistant Professor of Art; Graphic Design

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Assistant Professor of Art (Graphic Design)

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Assistant Professor

Exempt

Commensurate with education and experience.

Full-Time Tenure Track

College of Arts & Media

Dept of Art

10/05/2026

Rebecca Finley

Chair Department of Art PO Box 2089 Huntsville, Texas 77341

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The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor ofArt in Graphic Design, beginning Fall 2027.

We are seeking an innovative and dedicated educator whose practicebridges print, interactive, and emerging design fields, with demonstrated expertise in contemporary design technologies and awillingness to explore and integrate AI-driven tools and emergingworkflows. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability toadapt to evolving industry standards and to prepare students for careers in a rapidly changing creative landscape. A strong commitment to foundational design principles, conceptual development, and research-based , forward-thinking designpedagogy is essential.

Duties include teaching 5 courses per year (3/2 course load),service on departmental, college, and university committees, and include an expectation of sustained, peer-reviewed creative activity or scholarly research.

Candidates must possess an MFA or terminal degree in Graphic Designor Visual Communications and demonstrate outstanding potential in research and/or creative activity.

Teaching experience at the undergraduate level is strongly preferred. Professional Design experience is also an asset.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of undergraduate Graphic Design courses, including, but not limited to Principles of Graphic Design, Typography, Corporate Identity Design, UX/UI, Motion Graphics, and Senior Studio in Graphic Design. Applicants should present a professional portfolio demonstrating significant achievement in graphic design and/orrelated areas of contemporary design practice.

• Incorporating AI applications and emerging technologies intocoursework
• Guiding students in production design using equipment such as3D printers and die cutters
• Developing and maintaining a forward-thinking curriculumaligned with current industry standards
• Demonstrating strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Contributing to the growth and vision of a regionallycompetitive Graphic Design program
• Mentoring students in career preparation,…