Assistant Professor in Graphic Design (Tenure-Track)

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Sep 13, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Assistant Professor in Graphic Design (Tenure-Track)
Campus	Stockton
Department	Media X
Posting Number	F00900
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Open Date	08/16/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	The Department of Art, Media, Performance and Design at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Graphic Design. We seek a passionate and experienced individual to join our dynamic faculty team. The College of the Pacific is hiring across multiple fields this year and seeks to bring in a cohort of new faculty to build upon and elevate our existing interdisciplinary focus areas: Environment and sustainability; Law and policy; Physical and mental health and wellness; Communication, art and design. The successful candidate in the Department of Art, Media, Performance and Design will collaborate with colleagues to further develop student-centered programs in one or more of those interdisciplinary areas. We are searching for a tenure-track assistant professor in Graphic Design who will contribute to our vibrant academic community. The successful candidate will teach a range of courses within the Graphic Design program, engage in the College's first-year seminar program, and develop general education courses with broad appeal. In addition, we seek a candidate who will contribute to our department's engagement with digital and emerging media, enhancing our curriculum and preparing students for the evolving landscape of graphic design. Full time TT faculty teach a minimum of 20 units (typically 5 courses) per year, advise students, conduct research/creative activities and participate in departmental and program service. One of the classes serves the university first-year program. Our faculty are dedicated teachers, mentors, and advisors who value collaboration and who develop innovative pedagogies to enhance student learning in addition to engaging actively in scholarship and service. We are excited to welcome new colleagues who are eager to be part of our vibrant academic community and to contribute to the College's growth and development. The Department of Art, Media, Performance and Design ( AMPD) is committed to excellence in undergraduate education, offering future artists, designers, performers and media makers a rewarding program in a personal, supportive and collaborative environment. Our department is integrated within the College of the Pacific's distinctive liberal arts program, the historical hallmark of our university. The College is conducting searches for tenure-track assistant professors in Graphic Design; Psychology; and Public Health. We seek to bring in a strong cohort of dynamic colleagues to join our current faculty in building on our existing strengths and developing programs, curricula, and learning experiences that prepare our students for success. This position begins 8/15/2025. Review of applications will begin October 1st and continue until the position is filled. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	A terminal degree (MFA, PhD, or equivalent) in Graphic Design or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications	Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level. A strong portfolio of creative work in graphic design. Ability to develop and teach a variety of courses within the Graphic Design curriculum. Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and student-centered teaching. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Schedule is dependent on course and department needs.
Hiring Range	$72,000.00 per year to $74,000.00 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an off
Special Instructions	To apply, please submit : Cover letter. Curriculum vitae. A portfolio of creative work. (A portfolio of student work is strongly encouraged.) A teaching statement. Contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin October 1st and continue until the position is filled. This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.
Contact Information	Join us at the College of the Pacific, where you can make a significant impact in a collaborative and supportive environment dedicated to academic excellence and innovation. For more information about our programs and the Department of Art, Media, Performance and Design, please visit: https://www.pacific.edu/liberalarts/academics/departments-and-programs/art-media-performance-design For further information, please contact: Marie Lee, Department of Art, Media, Performance and Design University of the at mlee2@pacific.edu.
Contact Email	mlee2@pacific.edu

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	3
Maximum Number of References	3
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.