Assistant Professor, Graphic Design

Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. The Graphic Design Program within the Louisiana Tech University School of Design invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Graphic Design. This full‑time, nine‑month tenure‑track position begins in September 2026 and seeks candidates with a strong foundation in graphic design and broad‑based expertise in contemporary issues, technologies, and practices.

A successful applicant will have an active record of professional achievement and a strong body of work that may be scholarly, client‑driven, and/or self‑generated. Applicants are expected to teach across the Graphic Design BFA and MFA programs, with potential to collaborate with other disciplines in the School of Design. The faculty member will play a significant role in building the design community, contributing to pedagogical innovation and curriculum development, supporting program growth, and participating in school, college, and/or university service.

All faculty are expected to be actively involved in their discipline and produce creative research and/or work.

• Teaching graphic design studio and seminar classes across all levels of the Graphic Design BFA and MFA programs, with potential to collaborate with other disciplines in the School of Design.
• Sustaining a professional design practice or engaging in scholarly research.
• Actively engaging in undergraduate and graduate student recruitment.
• Providing guidance and support to students and contributing to student retention endeavors.
• Managing departmental and student records.
• Contributing to the development and innovation of Design curricula.
• Fostering community and identity within the Design program.
• Participating in departmental, university, and committee service and meetings.

• A terminal degree (MFA, M.Des, or Ph.D. in Design) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, Motion Design, Interaction Design, or related fields from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated professional design experience (client‑driven or self‑initiated) with a focus on creative practice and/or research, encompassing areas such as graphic design foundations, 2D/3D motion design, web design, experience design, and data visualization.
• Experience teaching at the university level, with a proven ability to address contemporary, emerging, and experimental design topics.
• Proficiency in contemporary design tools, technologies, and software.
• Experience in collaborative design processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated through student work, teaching evaluations, or professional recommendations.

• Cover letter explaining interest in the position.
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Resume.
• Personal statement addressing teaching pedagogy and research interests.
• Brief statement describing your specific contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).
• Portfolio including examples of visual assets for print and digital applications (PDF portfolio or link to a website of recent professional work; if you have teaching experience, include examples of student work and evidence of curriculum development).
• Unofficial copy of transcripts.
• Names and contact information of three references (only candidates who reach the final stage will have their references contacted).

• Full‑time faculty benefits.
• Eligibility for university funding competitions.
• Participation in promotion processes.

This position will remain open until filled.

Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check on selected candidates.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at Louisiana Tech may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job‑related tasks.

Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.