This competition is open to all applicants however; internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.
Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
The Department of Art & Design, Design Studies unit invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position specializing in Visual Communication Design, and demonstrated expertise (commensurate with their career stage) in UX/UI design, design theory, and practice-based research methods. Experience or interest in service design, and community engagement design, is an asset. Ideal candidates would augment or complement these areas of expertise and bring collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches that contribute to the continued development of Design Studies. This position is to commence on July 1, 2027.
The Department of Art & Design offers degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in Fine Arts, Design Studies (Industrial Design and Visual Communication Design), and the History of Art, Design, and Visual Culture, and encompasses the FAB Gallery and a University Centre of Research Excellence in Printmaking. For more information about the department, please consult the departmental website at https://www.ualberta.ca/art-design/.
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Assistant Professor, Visual Communication Design (Design Studies) - Tenure Track employer: University of Alberta Careers
Join a dynamic and innovative team at the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry in North Campus Edmonton, where we prioritise collaboration and cutting-edge research. As a Hybrid Manager for Research Facilities, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that values professional growth and offers flexible working arrangements. With access to state-of-the-art technology and a commitment to enhancing research capabilities, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to make a significant impact in the academic community.
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