Adjunct, Graphic Design at Saint Joseph's University in Hawk Hill Lower Merion Side

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Position Title: Adjunct, Graphic Design Time Type: Part time Position Summary and Qualifications: Saint Joseph’s University’s Department of Art & Art History has a need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach Graphic Design courses on a semester-by-semester basis. Likely assignments include introductory and intermediate graphic design courses, depending on departmental needs. Part-time adjunct faculty will teach assigned graphic design courses, support student learning, and foster an inclusive, studio-focused classroom environment. Course assignments may vary each semester and encompass a range of design topics, with the expectation that instructors bring contemporary professional insight and pedagogical clarity to the classroom. Saint Joseph’s University (SJU) offers a wide variety of bachelor's, master's, doctoral, associate, and certificate programs. With a commitment to personalized attention through a low faculty to student ratio, SJU may call on the expertise of adjunct instructors to complement the work of full-time faculty across all of its colleges and schools. SJU appoints part-time, non-tenure track adjunct instructors on a semester-to-semester basis with no guarantee of consecutive appointments. Re-appointment is based on university need, student enrollment, and satisfactory performance. Applicants for these positions are screened on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Teaching responsibilities are assigned by the department chair. Compensation for adjunct instructors is commensurate with educational credentials, professional, experience and instructional background. Adjunct instructors are bound to the terms and conditions of employment at Saint Joseph’s University, including but not limited to the Faculty Handbook. More information about SJU’s academic programs is available online at: www.sju.edu/degree-programs. Please submit a Cover letter, CV with website, 1 sample syllabus and 3 references. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provide support and guidance to students Instruct an assigned course providing syllabi and other instructional materials Use of university learning management systems to deliver instruction Teaching assigned graphic design course(s) Preparing course materials, assignments, and assessments Providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship to students Holding regular office hours Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically Using Canvas or another learning management system Maintaining consistent communication with students Secondary Duties & Responsibilities: Participating in occasional meetings with the Department Chair or program faculty Collaborating with course coordinators to ensure curricular consistency and quality Supporting departmental goals related to student learning and engagement Minimum Qualifications: Required MFA in Graphic Design or a closely related field OR equivalent professional experience. Professional experience in graphic design, visual communication, or related creative industries. Proficiency with industry-standard software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud. Preferred [ Prior college-level teaching experience Flexibility and responsiveness in adapting course content to meet the needs of students with varied backgrounds Strong communication and organizational skills Professional or teaching experience in UX, interaction design, or digital design. Physical and Other Requirements May require standing for long periods of time May require talking for long periods of time May require carrying course materials Modality: In-person only Pay Transparency: Adjunct compensation is determined by education and relevant work experience. Learn more about the adjunct pay structure and the University's approach to pay and benefits transparency. Notice to Out of State Applicants: Saint Joseph’s University may only consider applicants from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (not including New York City zip codes), and Delaware (Delaware residents must regularly