Assistant Professor, Visual Communications

at  School of Communication Design at Alberta University of the Arts

The School of Communication Design at Alberta University of the Arts invites applications for a permanent faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Visual Communications starting August 2025. The candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: Illustration, Character Design, Advertising and Graphic Design. The Alberta University of the Arts is one of only four major art, craft and design focused Universities in Canada. Our internationally recognized programs and state-of-the-art facilities offer our 1,100 students a hands-on, studio-based education that leads to a Bachelor of Fine Arts, a Bachelor of Design and an MFA in Craft Media. AUArts has deep roots in Calgary’s creative community and our alumni have had an impact on creativity around the world. Alberta University of the Arts will be celebrating its centennial in 2026. Assignment of academic rank will be commensurate with educational credentials, teaching and professional experience, as well as the candidate’s record of research and creative activities

QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications have been determined to promote the likelihood of success in the role. In alignment with the principles of inclusion, individuals with an alternative equivalent qualification may be considered.

• A terminal degree in a related field (PhD, MDes, or MFA)
• Demonstrated experience teaching at the post-secondary level
• Evidence of an active and innovative record of design research and practice
• Strong understanding of design as an evolving and digital field
• Demonstrated expertise contributing to the redesign of curriculum and teaching practice with the goal of improving diversity and inclusion is an asset
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom and in all aspects of academic life.
• Indicate if you have RGD Membership and it will be considered an asset for this position

The following qualifications have been determined to promote the likelihood of success in the role. In alignment with the principles of inclusion, individuals with an alternative equivalent qualification may be considered.

• A terminal degree in a related field (PhD, MDes, or MFA)
• Demonstrated experience teaching at the post-secondary level
• Evidence of an active and innovative record of design research and practice
• Strong understanding of design as an evolving and digital field
• Demonstrated expertise contributing to the redesign of curriculum and teaching practice with the goal of improving diversity and inclusion is an asset
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom and in all aspects of academic life.
• Indicate if you have RGD Membership and it will be considered an asset for this positio