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Visual Communication Design Description:

The Department of Art, Art History, and Design at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Visual Communications Design. Duties include research, teaching, and service. This position offers the opportunity to join a vibrant academic community committed to advancing the role of design in shaping culture, technology, and the human experience. About the Design Program Visual Communication Design at the University of Notre Dame lays emphasis on the art, science, and practice of building platforms and experiences that create tangible communication between content and users through traditional and contemporary media. The VCD program offers instruction in areas of typography, studio practice, brand identity, packaging, UX/UI, motion design, interaction design, community-based design, information design, and design research. The VCD program is established around human-centered design principles. The program focuses on building a deep empathy with stakeholders and solving wicked problems with contextual solutions that derive from a holistic vision. The design division (ID and Visual Communication Design) offers MFA, BFA, and BA degrees, as well as a minor. The Minor is a dynamic catalyst for process-based, cross-disciplinary collaboration between various academic departments across the university. Design is part of a multi-disciplinary creative studies department that includes studio artists and art historians, all committed to a collaborative teaching and learning environment within the context of a liberal arts education.

Qualifications:

A terminal degree (MFA, MDes) or equivalent in Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or a closely related field is required. To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/192847 . This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597 . Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. je-a59f80fdb4074f55ab06e8a77daa235e