Description
The School of Arts and Humanities at Truman State University seeks applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 2026.
This position is a full-time, nine-month appointment located on Truman’s campus in Kirksville, Missouri. In addition to the duties and responsibilities described below, faculty are expected to contribute to the campus culture of the Liberal Arts and Sciences and interdisciplinarity by teaching in the University’s core curriculum (The Dialogues) and contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives and coursework as needed.
Position:
The Truman State University Department of Art and Design is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor who will teach courses within the design program in both face-to-face and online modalities, as well as courses that support the department and university. We seek an inventive colleague with outstanding visual skills in graphic design, with preferred additional experience in one or more of the following: animation, 3D modeling, video production design, game design. The candidate will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the department and teaching within a liberal arts and sciences setting.
Responsibilities:
Teach Design, Animation, 3D Modeling, video production design, and/or game design
Teach additional Art courses, as well as courses that support Truman’s general education program
Student Advising
University service
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicant preferred qualifications include the ability to teach in other areas as needed, including art foundations and general education topics for the wider university. The ideal candidate will also be able to clearly demonstrate a commitment to the Liberal Arts mission of Truman State University and will have an affinity for working at a selective, public liberal arts university located in a largely rural area. Therefore, community service in the form of educational outreach, arts advocacy, and support for community arts is also desirable.
Responsibilities:
Teaching Graphic Design in both face-to-face and online modalities
Research, scholarship, and/or creative activity
Student advising
University service
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Terminal degree in Design or closely related professional field(s)
Ability to teach foundations and advanced courses in graphic design
Extensive knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud Ecosystem
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Design focus in Illustration, Animation, 3D Modeling, and/or Game Design
Experience with alternative design production, platforms, and applications, such as time-based media, VR, and/or audio
Evidence of professional or scholarly activity demonstrated in an outstanding portfolio
Teaching or professional experience in design, modeling, animation, and/or game design
Ability to mentor undergraduate research and create transformative learning experiences
Evidence of commitment to liberal arts education with undergraduate student development and accomplishment
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Application Instructions
Review of applications will begin January 7, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. If hired, applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and official undergraduate and graduate transcripts or documentation of degrees if transcripts are not available. Final candidates are required to undergo and successfully pass a background check. Questions about this position may be directed to the Chair of the Department, Aaron Neeley, (aneeley@truman.edu). Please include “Design Search” in the subject line.
