Description

The Department of Art and Art History at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a full-time assistant professor, tenure-track appointment in Graphic Design with particular emphasis on Digital Media beginning Academic Year 2015-2016.

The Department of Art & Art History and The College of New Jersey

The Department of Art & Art History is committed to providing programs of study which develop a high level of conceptual and technical ability, resources beyond the studio for a broader education in the arts, exposure to and understanding of digital media and methods of communication, and a balance between a demanding course of professional study and a liberal arts education. TCNJ is a highly selective public institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. The College emphasizes the undergraduate residential experience and offers targeted graduate programs. The College's seven schools offer degrees to nearly 7,000 students. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, TCNJ seeks to enroll approximately 1,375 entering, full-time freshmen each fall, 95 percent of whom live on campus.


Assistant Professor: Web & Graphic Design

We are seeking an inspiring, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic interactive designer to teach in our Graphic Design specialization. This position requires a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level in web design and time-based media, and might also occasionally teach fundamental graphic design courses. The successful candidate will be a versatile design-practitioner, adept with technological tools to deliver new materials, and able to employ interactive and computer languages in conjunction with solid typographic and image-making skills. Contemporary professional practice is required. The successful candidate will also help to develop our newly introduced Digital Track within the Graphic Design Specialization, and perform student advising and other administrative tasks. This person may also assist in establishing a community-engaged program which utilizes design to serve the surrounding community.

Minimum Qualifications:
1.MFA in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, or Visual Communications from an accredited institution completed by the date of appointment.
2.Solid foundation in digital media as it relates to contemporary visual communications and critical theory.
3.Expertise in graphic software and programing language relevant to interactive design, e.g., Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite, After Effect, Premier, HTML, and CSS.
4.Active Professional Practice in Graphic Design, or record of and promise for an active exhibition record commensurate with a highly competitive liberal arts college.
5.College teaching experience, preferably above the level of a graduate assistantship.
6.Demonstrated ability in leadership and curriculum development, with strong communication skills required.

Contact Information
◾Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, 20 examples of your own creative work (may include both jpegs or URLs), 20 examples of your student work or URL, and three letters of recommendation electronically in PDF format to finearts@tcnj.edu with the subject line: Graphic Design "applicant's last name." Although not required, unofficial transcripts, and copies of previous syllabi may also be submitted for review. Only complete, electronic submissions will be considered. Please do not send additional materials (publications, teaching evaluations) unless requested.
◾Screening of applications will begin Dec 1, 2014. Priority will be given to applicants who meet the deadline. However, the position will remain open until filled. Please direct further inquiries to Prof. Chung Chak, Search Committee Chair at chak@tcnj.edu.
◾Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

The College of New Jersey is committed to creating a diverse community that supports all of its faculty, students and staff. All members of the TCNJ Campus Community share a responsibility for creating and sustaining a learning environment where difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. The College of New Jersey is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.