Associate Professor of Graphic Design -Tenure Track

About the role

The Art Department at the University of Wisconsin–Madison welcomes applications for a tenured Associate Professorship in Graphic Design. The position will begin in August 2027 and offers the opportunity to teach in and help lead a well-established, well-equipped program at a major research university.

Responsibilities

• The undergraduate teaching load is 16 credits per academic year.
• Serve on graduate committees with M.F.A. candidates and advise and mentor graduate students within an interdisciplinary Art Department.
• Maintain a studio practice at a nationally recognized level that meets tenure expectations at a major research institution.
• Consult on the management of gift funds and endowments in place to support the advancement of the Graphic Design area.
• Participate in service activities at the local, state, national, and university levels.
• Seek extramural funds to support research and creative activity when possible.

Requirements

• Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree; or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience at the university or college level.
• Demonstrated expertise in contemporary graphic design theory, history, and professional practice.
• Demonstrated experience teaching graphic design coursework across undergraduate curricula.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and advise undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Evidence of successful recruitment, retention, or student outreach efforts.
• Demonstrated leadership and service experience within an academic, professional, or creative organization.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across disciplines.
• Experience working with or supporting diverse populations and fostering inclusive learning environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more contemporary graphic design practice areas such as typography; identity/branding systems; information graphics; publication/editorial; interaction/UX/UI; web; motion/animation; design research & strategy; service design; socially engaged/civic design; and/or the creative and ethical applications of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).

Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree; or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience at the university or college level.
• Demonstrated expertise in contemporary graphic design theory, history, and professional practice.
• Demonstrated experience teaching graphic design coursework across undergraduate curricula.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and advise undergraduate and/or graduate students.
• Evidence of successful recruitment, retention, or student outreach efforts.
• Demonstrated leadership and service experience within an academic, professional, or creative organization.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across disciplines.
• Experience working with or supporting diverse populations and fostering inclusive learning environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more contemporary graphic design practice areas such as typography; identity/branding systems; information graphics; publication/editorial; interaction/UX/UI; web; motion/animation; design research & strategy; service design; socially engaged/civic design; and/or the creative and ethical applications of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).

Skills

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across disciplines.
• Experience working with or supporting diverse populations and fostering inclusive learning environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in one or more contemporary graphic design practice areas such as typography; identity/branding systems; information graphics; publication/editorial; interaction/UX/UI; web; motion/animation; design research & strategy; service design; socially engaged/civic design; and/or the creative and ethical applications of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Pay

Negotiable Academic (9-months)

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Academic (9-months)

Contact Information

Timothy McCarty
Department Administrator
608-262-1959
timothy.mccarty@wisc.edu