About Auburn University
As a land-grant, sea-grant, and space-grant university with “R1” Carnegie classification, Auburn University maintains high standards for externally funded innovative, transformational research.

Auburn, AL is a historic college town and one of Alabama’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas with increasingly diverse cultural and recreational opportunities. With close proximity to Birmingham, AL , Atlanta, GA, and the Gulf Coast, Auburn is an attractive place to live.

 

About the Graphic Design Program
Housed within the School of Industrial and Graphic Design (SIGD) in the College of Architecture, Design and Construction (CADC), the Graphic Design (GDES) Program (http://cadc.auburn.edu/graphicdesign) at Auburn University prepares students to practice visual communication in a competitive global environment. Auburn’s nationally regarded B.F.A. in Graphic Design is NASAD accredited, and the curriculum emphasizes a systemic approach to design that enables students to become versatile designers, art directors and economically viable professionals.

GDES students receive hands-on instruction in a professional studio environment that fosters a strong sense of community among students and faculty. Students establish a foundation in drawing, 2D/3D design, and typography in lower-level coursework. Foundational skills are then applied and extended in upper-level coursework experiences that include interactive design, user experience design, strategic branding, publication design, packaging, illustration, and image-making.

The GDES program introduces students to the professional design community by hosting exhibitions, symposia, and guest lectures by industry leaders. An internship program provides students with real-world experience and networking opportunities.

 

Job Description Summary
The School of Industrial and Graphic Design at Auburn University invites candidates to apply for two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (rank/title commensurate with credentials and experience) in the Graphic Design Program commencing August 2025.

Position 1:
Candidates should specialize in teaching in the pre-professional program with emphasis on 2D/3D foundation design. Experience in teaching drawing is a plus. Opportunity to teach in upper division professional program will be considered.

Position 2:
Candidates should specialize in teaching in the upper division professional program with strong evidence of typography and layout. Opportunity to teach in the pre-professional program will be considered.

 

Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the appointment are broken down as follows: 70% for teaching, 25% for research and scholarly related activity, and 5% for service. The teaching load consists of two design studios plus participation on a senior thesis committee per semester, subject to enrollment demand and or institution policy. Candidates are expected to continue and/or develop an active program of scholarly, creative practice and funded research within the discipline that aligns with the SIGD / CADC and AU strategic plans.