Assistant or Associate Professor of Graphic Design
Job Summary:
The Department of Art & Design invites applications for a full-time, tenure or
professional track faculty position in Graphic Design, at the Assistant or
Associate level, starting August 1, 2026.
Primary Responsibilities:
Conduct teaching within a private, Christian university of the
professions, liberal arts, and sciences.
Standard teaching load consists of three studio courses per semester, or
equivalent, on a 9-month contract.
Teaching responsibilities would consist of a variety of graphic design
courses. Possibilities include:
Digital Design Fundamentals (Adobe CC)
Typography 1
Typography 2
Web Design 1 (UI)
Web Design 2 (UX)
Graphic Design 1 (type and image, branding)
Graphic Design 2 (packaging, design systems)
Advanced Graphic Design
Professional Practices and internship supervision
Help maintain the Art & Design equipment including an iMac lab, large-
format printers, Risograph, and letterpress studio.
Conduct a research/scholarship agenda that is integrated w/ teaching
assignments.
Provide service to the program and the university in the form of student
advising, committee assignments, and maintaining office hours.
Qualifications:
Required qualifications:
An accredited terminal degree (M.F.A. or M.Des. in Graphic Design, or
equivalent) or 15 years of professional experience.
Minimum five years of industry experience with a terminal degree.
Proficiency in industry standard software & emerging software including
Adobe CC, Figma, etc.
Collaborative skills to work with colleagues in the Department and
throughout the University. Many students in Graphic Design courses major
in programs such as Architecture, Communications, Computer Science,
Marketing, etc. as well as Graphic Design majors.
Demonstration of an active and growing Christian faith, and commitment to
excellence in teaching within a Christ-centered academic community.
Preferred qualifications:
An accredited terminal degree (M.F.A. or M.Des. in Graphic Design, or
equivalent) with 10 years or more years of design industry experience.
One year or more of teaching experience in Graphic Design coursework
beyond graduate teaching assistantship or fellowship.
Experience in conducting research individually and with the support of
students.
Knowledge of digital trends, AI, interactive design, user experience
design.
Ability to teach other art and design courses including foundations 2D and
3D design, photography, videography, printmaking, etc.
Salary/Benefits:
$50,000 – $60,000 Rank and salary based on qualifications, education, and work
experience.
Contact Information:
Applicants must provide a complete application packet including:
Cover Letter
Judson Faculty Application, including answers to the three General/Faith
Questions
Curriculum vitae, and
Unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate work (official
transcripts will be required upon hiring)
Please submit all application materials to: Ms. Kellyn Lawrence, Executive
Assistant to the Chief Academic Officer, at email protected.
Timeline:
Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open
until filled. The appointment will begin August 2026.
About Judson University:
Judson University is a Christian institution representing the Church at work
in higher education. Its campus is located along the picturesque Fox River in
the city of Elgin just 36 miles northwest of Chicago, Judson is home to over
1,100 students from 42 states and 28 countries. We offer more than 50
undergraduate majors, minors, and pre-professional programs; eight master's
degrees and three doctoral programs.
Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment
opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and
applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and
activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national
origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status.
