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Visual Communication Design Research Associate
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Position Number: 1169283
Location: Notre Dame, IN
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Graphic Design

Visual Communication Design Research Associate
Department of Art, Art History & Design
University of Notre Dame
Starting date: August 1, 2018

The University of Notre Dame's Visual Communication Design (VCD) program invites applications for a Research Associate position. Review of applications begins late March 2018, and will continue until the position is filled. The Research Associate position is modeled after a Postdoctoral appointment and responsibilities include three primary areas: undergraduate teaching, facilities management, and creative research. This one-year position (ten- month term) is renewable annually for up to three years. The VCD program, located within the Department of Art, Art History, and Design and grants BA, BFA and MFA degrees. The University of Notre Dame, ranked #14 in US News & World Report's National Universities Rankings, is a private, liberal arts university located in South Bend, Indiana.

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 packaging, scale-graphics, UX/UI, social design, visualization of data, and user-centered design that explore research, process, and methods in design. The design program is committed to a collaborative teaching and learning environment within the context of a strong liberal arts environment for a comprehensive and diverse academic experience.

Duties of the selected applicant:
Instruct one course per semester in a VCD-related area per the needs of the curriculum
Support and manage programming initiatives as directed by design faculty. These include project planning and implementation, support for student chapter of AIGA, and support for the Annual Alumni Conference
Manage and maintain design facilities alongside IT staff, including computer labs, printing stations
Co- manage Cregg Commons Gallery
Pursue creative research interests in preparation for future academic or professional position
Retain active affiliations with professional organizations
Support Notre Dame's reputation for excellence promoting design as a tool for social change, and improving the human condition

Requirements for the ideal job applicant:
Holds a terminal MFA degree in graphic/visual communication design
Commands a range of proficiencies in typography, web/interactive design, professional practice, and digital skills
Documented past success teaching VCD related courses
Professional experience in graphic/visual communication design
Demonstrates proven organizational, communication, and presentation skills
Experience in project planning and curriculum planning

To Apply: Applicants should submit a PDF document containing cover letter, curriculum vitae, up to 20 images of applicant's current work (include personal website address if applicable), student work, names and contact information of three references and other supporting materials as appropriate. PDF files should not be larger than 5MB. Submit all materials online at: http://apply.interfolio.com/48905
Application Deadline: March 31, 2018

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 is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

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