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 in Edmonton employer: University of Alberta
The University of Alberta is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, making it an ideal place for professionals in Organizational Change Management. With a hybrid work model at the vibrant North Campus in Edmonton, employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for career development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on a diverse community of students and researchers. Join us in shaping the future while thriving in a supportive environment that values every individual's contributions.
