Assistant Professor Tenure-Track - Graphic Design

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The Department of Visual Arts & Design , housed in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, invites creative individuals to apply for the Assistant Professor of Graphic Design tenure-track position, starting in Fall 2026
. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant department and collaborative learning environment that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and technical expertise to prepare students for success in a dynamic and competitive field.

This is a 9-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas.

Work hours:

Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion. Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, actively engage in mentoring and guiding doctoral students through their academic and research endeavors, fostering a supportive and enriching environment within our PhD
* program, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.

* The Public and Applied Humanities PhD is under submission and pending approval by THECB and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges with a proposed launch date of Spring 2026
.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

60% Teaching and Service:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.

• Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.

• Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.

• Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

• Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.

• Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.

• Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.

• Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.

• Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.

• Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

40% Research,
Scholarship, and Creative Activity:

• Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant’s academic discipline.

• Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant’s discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.

• Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.

Minimum Requirements:

• Earned doctorate/terminal degree in Graphic Design, or a closely related field with a specialization in Graphic Design, from an accredited university.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact…