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Associate Professor Communication DesignPosition Accountabilities and Essential Functions:Teaching in the Communication Design Department integrating interdisciplinary learning.Collaborate on curriculum development and assessment.Provide classroom instruction, classroom management like attendance, grading, student communication, integration of learning management software, preparation of course material including class syllabi, project/assignments, and exams, guiding classroom critique, consulting with students, replying to students’ inquiries, and facilitating course evaluationsMentoring students beyond the classroomServe on College-wide and department committees as appropriateMaintain a theoretical and/or professional design practice Other Responsibilities and Service Opportunities:Support processes that identify guest lectures, visiting faculty, publications, and student competitionsSupport students in developing career plans + portfolio developmentAssist with student exhibitions, web and social media contentSupport processes that create visibility and recognition for the program among prospective students, the design community, creative industries, and potential donors and sponsorsMaintain external relationships with designers and leaders experienced with issues of diversity, inclusion, and equityConsider interdisciplinary opportunities with other departments on campus or elsewhere.Qualifications and Experience:MFA/MA degree in communication/graphic design, from an accredited college or university or equivalent professional design experience.10 years of professional and teaching experience.Experience with design education + teaching practice.Experience in professional studio practice within the communication design fieldExperience working on systemic-media communications, design aesthetics, design direction, branding, advertising, strategy, applied to UI/UX design, motion, and print and publications.Demonstrated commitment to building innovative approaches to communication design education and personal studio practice.Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and recognize the confidential nature of higher educationThe ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within Pearl’s diverse community/industry partnersDemonstrated experience in and commitment to cultural diversity and inclusion.