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Institution South Dakota State University
Working Title Assistant Professor of Practice Graphic Design
Posting Number F01415P
Department SDSU-School of Design
Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings
Posting Text
The South Dakota State University (SDSU) School of Design invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in Graphic Design to begin no later than August 2025. The position is full-time, nine-month, benefit eligible with a typical workload of 90% teaching and 10% service and reports to the Director of the School of Design. We are looking for candidates with strong foundational knowledge of graphic design and expertise in at least one of the disciplinary content areas. The position is typically 90% teaching and 10% service and reports to the Director of the School of Design.
The School of Design includes accredited degrees in the visual arts: graphic design, and studio arts and the built environment: architecture, interior design and landscape architecture. Collectively, School faculty form a collaborative teaching and research environment that values cross-program and interdisciplinary initiatives. The successful candidate will contribute to building national and international stature and recognition for the discipline, School and University.
SDSU offers a 4-year NASAD accredited Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design degree. The major in Graphic Design prepares students for entry-level design positions. Professional graphic designers plan and execute designs for visual communication according to the needs of audiences and clients in the context for which they are intended. See https://www.sdstate.edu/programs/undergraduate/graphic-design-bfa.
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The salary is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $60,000. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
BENEFITS:
The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.
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APPLICATION PROCESS:
SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system guides you through the electronic application form. This employment site will require the attachment of 1) a cover letter including a statement of a) academic interest in the position, and b) description of ability to teach within the professional discipline, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) three professional or academic references with appropriate contact information (name, position, phone, mailing and email address), and 4) a portfolio (25-page max. and 20MB max.) demonstrating teaching, professional works and service experience related to the position qualifications. An online link to a similarly formatted PDF portfolio is an acceptable alternative; the URL must be uploaded in place of the portfolio on the employment website. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at 605-688-4128 if you require assistance with the electronic application process.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date 11/18/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 01/03/2025
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Qualifications, minimum of $60,000.
Duration of the Term 9 months
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Appointment Percent 100
Tenure Status Term
Proposed Rank Professor of Practice Ranks
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Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. SDSU is a thriving and growing research land-grant university with a rich tradition of hands-on learning and material practice. The University is set in a rich regional fabric of small communities eager to embrace innovative and smart design practice and culture. As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.
South Dakota State University is located in Brookings, a beautiful college town of about 24,000 residents. Brookings is 4.5 hours west of Minneapolis and 3 hours south of Fargo. Brookings is listed as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees, and is rated among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota. The Brookings Public School District ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding the faculty position, contact the search committee chair, Mr. Mark Stemwedel at (605) 655-4103, or Mark.Stemwedel@sdstate.edu.
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