Description
The Department of Graphic Design Technology (GDT)
invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in the field
of graphics user experience, starting in August 2019. The appointment is
expected to be at the assistant professor level. An appointment at a
higher rank might be considered for exceptionally qualified applicants.
In particular the Department is seeking qualified candidates who can
develop a collaborative and innovative research program in the field of
applications in user experience and/or optimal customer experience for
commerce.
The hired faculty is expected to show commitment to teaching
excellence. She/he is expected to teach Computer Graphics courses
related to principles and processes of user experience across a variety
of applications at the graduate and undergraduate level, develop courses
and curricula, direct students in research, and provide service to the
University and community. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain a
vigorous research program in the field of graphics user experience,
secure extramural funding, and direct the research activities of MS
students in the Applied Science and Technology PhD program. Mentoring
undergraduate research students is also expected. A candidate whose
teaching and research efforts will promote the mission of the Graphic
Design Technology Department and the strategic vision of the College of
Science and Technology (COST) as well as the
University is highly desired. Collaboration with colleagues from the
sciences, mathematics, and other technology areas is expected.
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890
land-grant doctoral research university dedicated to learning,
discovery, and community engagement. The College of Science and
Technology is research oriented and fosters academic excellence through
innovative programs, critical thinking, and intellectual inquiry to
prepare students for the 21st century global workforce. The College
plays a pivotal role in further advancing the mission of the University
by emphasizing preeminence in STEM and
promoting curricular advancement, scientific discovery, and
technological innovation. The College houses the departments of Applied
Engineering Technology, Biology, Built Environment, Chemistry, Computer
Systems Technology, Graphic Design Technology, Mathematics, Physics, and
the Applied Science Technology PhD Program. The College is experiencing
substantial growth in enrollment, faculty size, curricula, and
research.
The GDT Department prepares students to
pursue technical, as well as technical management careers in all
employment sectors. The program emphasizes acquisition of sound
theoretical studies, as well as intensive hands-on experiences in the
area of design technology. The GDT Department
emphasizes development of real world competencies demanded by employers.
Students receive thorough grounding in design fundamentals; technical
design, media design, and graphic design. Additional emphasis is placed
on courses in global awareness and management, to provide students the
background they need in the economic and managerial aspects of the
business enterprise.
Applicants must have a terminal degree in user experience, interactive
web design, interactive media, or a closely related design technology
field by the anticipated date of appointment.
Highly preferred candidates will have industry experience in user
experience development, teaching experience in an accredited program,
and a sustained research record. It is preferred that the applicant also
have a minimum of three (3) years relevant industrial experience and a
demonstrated record of independent research and publishing.
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment
to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an
electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form.
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your
application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final
candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify.
Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will
be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State
University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex,
age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic
information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
Applications must be submitted online: https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/17223