Adjunct Faculty, Graphic Design - Roger Williams University

Job Description:

The Department of Media + Design+ Communication at the Feinstein School of Humanities, Arts and Education (SHAE) at Roger Williams University invites applications for adjunct faculty to join our team of dedicated educators as we redesign our growing Graphic Design program. The curriculum draws from a transdisciplinary liberal arts environment to provide educational experiences that prepare students to be lifelong learners, professionals, and global citizens who cultivate respectful, equitable, and engaged design practices in relationship with the natural world and built environments.

The primary responsibilities of this faculty member will be to teach introductory undergraduate courses in Graphic Design, Typography, and Web Design Communication. The ability to support, promote and develop initiatives around student diversity and inclusion, in both pedagogy and curricular development, is also a responsibility associated with this position. We would like to build the Design Program's expertise to include diverse practitioners aligned with the program's mission and the diverse student body.

We welcome applications from candidates that represent non-traditional diverse practices, cultures, environments, and skills. We seek educators interested in supporting their own well-being and the well-being of their students within a collegial environment. The lead faculty in the Design Program respect the complex role of adjunct professorships in Higher Education.

Our aim is to cultivate a space where all educators can contribute to the redesign of the Program. Does this sound like the place for you? If so, please apply!

The Department of Media + Design+ Communication offers majors in Communication and Media Studies, Graphic Design Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, and Web Development, and minors in Film Studies and Food Studies.

Requirements:

Candidates must hold a terminal degree in Graphic Design, Communication, or a related discipline at the time of appointment, have at least two years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level, and a solid record of scholarly or professional activity. Professional experience and/or ability to use technology to teach data analysis, visualization, and XR for mobile and multi-platform applications is highly desirable.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information:

As an institution committed to strengthening society through engaged teaching and learning as well as building the university that the world needs now, Roger Williams University values inclusion, seeks to reflect the diversity of the region and create access to higher education and career success.

The University seeks candidates who, through their work and life experiences, service to the community, and teaching or research, can contribute to our diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below.

Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly.

TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu

Salaries for new hires at Roger Williams University usually fall between the minimum and midpoint salary ranges.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should submit materials electronically, including: 1) a letter of intent along with statements of teaching philosophy and research interests; 2) a current vita; 3) representative sample syllabi; 4) evidence of teaching experience including student evaluations (if available); and 5) name and contact information for at least three references.

Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.

For further information please contact Paola Prado, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Media + Design+ Communication at pprado@rwu.edu.

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