Pedagogical Assistant Professor of Design

Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Mon Apr 6 2026 Job Description:

The Department of Art & Design at WKU seeks applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-eligible Pedagogical Assistant Professor of Design, with an expected start date of August 2026.

WKU Art & Design is a dynamic unit spanning studio art, graphic design, animation, user experience design, art education, art history, and game design. By Fall 2026, the department will include programs in Interior Design and Fashion Studies. We seek a collegial, student-focused colleague who values collaboration and will actively contribute to the creative energy and shared mission of our department. The selected candidate will join a dedicated group of active artists, designers, and scholars who work closely to support a motivated and diverse community of students.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to teach a variety of undergraduate courses across the design curriculum, including courses in Design Foundations, Graphic Design, and Interior Design. Teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, design foundations, digital foundations, interior design, lighting and environmental controls, and portfolio design. Additional duties include curriculum development, including development and delivery of online and face-to-face courses; collaboration with student organizations and relevant industry groups; and service, to include promotion of the program, student advisement, professional service, and participation on departmental, college and university committees. This position requires the delivery of in-person classes.

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in design or a closely related field (e.g., graphic design, interior design, interaction design, architecture, or related design discipline).
• Proficiency in design software including AutoCAD, Adobe CC, and Revit.

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

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