Faculty Searches
California College of the Arts invites applications for the following faculty positions. We seek candidates who can cultivate an equitable scholarly environment and curriculum within an increasingly international student body and, at the undergraduate level, a large demographic of first generation college students. Candidates should have a proven record of teaching and leading in a culturally competent manner with a global perspective, working with diverse groups and fostering an understanding of and respect for diverse cultural practices.
The College is conducting the following searches in academic year 2022-23:
Chair, Graphic Design Program - applications due January 9, 2023
Chair, Industrial Design Program - applications due January 9, 2023
Chair, Graduate Interaction Design Program - applications due January 9, 2023
The following searches have closed:
Assistant Professor, Part-time, Interaction Design Program - applications due October 15, 2022
The College is accepting applications for the following Adjunct Faculty pool(s):
Critical Studies Program - Science & Math: Environmental Sciences
Critical Studies Program - Science & Math: Physical Sciences
Critical Studies Program - Science & Math: Computational Practices
Open Applications
Chair, Graphic Design Program
Through visionary leadership, curricular strategy, and professional and community engagement, the chair of Graphic Design plays an essential role in shaping the practices of students whose work will map the future of the field and the extent of its impact. Successful candidates will approach the development of curriculum as a creative and intellectual opportunity and demonstrate a capacity to incorporate diverse perspectives in directing pedagogy and building community. They will demonstrate a vibrant graphic design practice (broadly considered), a passion for excellent teaching, and prior experience in curriculum development or academic leadership. They will have worked with culturally diverse groups and demonstrated an understanding of design’s role in shaping society and culture through the lens of critical issues such as technology, sustainability, and accessibility.
The chair is responsible for the vision, leadership, and administration of the Graphic Design program with support from an assistant chair and divisional staff. The chair ensures program relevance, educational excellence, and ongoing successful operations. Responsibilities include planning, oversight, and management of the program’s curriculum, budget, and initiatives; organizational leadership for faculty, students, and staff; and faculty recruitment and development. The chair is responsible for staying actively involved with both the curriculum and relevant professional fields.
Chair, Industrial Design Program
Through visionary leadership, curricular strategy, and professional and community engagement, the chair of Industrial Design plays an essential role in shaping the practices of students whose work will map the future of the field and the extent of its impact. Successful candidates will approach the development of curriculum as a creative and intellectual opportunity and demonstrate a capacity to incorporate diverse perspectives in directing pedagogy and building community. They will demonstrate a meaningful Industrial Design practice (broadly considered), a passion for excellent teaching, and prior experience in curriculum development or academic leadership. They will have worked with culturally diverse groups and demonstrated an understanding of design’s role in shaping society and culture through the lens of critical issues such as technology, sustainability, and accessibility.
The chair is responsible for the vision, leadership, and administration of the Industrial Design program with support from an assistant chair and divisional staff. The chair ensures program relevance, educational excellence, and ongoing successful operations. Responsibilities include planning, oversight, and management of the program’s curriculum, budget, and initiatives; organizational leadership for faculty, students, and staff; and faculty recruitment and development. The chair is responsible for staying actively involved with both the curriculum and relevant professional fields.
Chair, Graduate Interaction Design Program
Through visionary leadership, curricular strategy, and professional and community engagement, the chair of the MDes in Interaction Design program plays an essential role in shaping the practices of students whose work will map the future of the field and the extent of its impact. Successful candidates will approach the development of curriculum as a creative and intellectual opportunity, and demonstrate a capacity to incorporate diverse perspectives in directing pedagogy and building community. They will demonstrate a vibrant design, strategy or research practice, a passion for excellent teaching, and prior experience in curriculum development or academic leadership. They will have worked with culturally diverse groups and demonstrated an understanding of design’s role in shaping society and culture, including critical issues such as technology, sustainability, and accessibility.
The chair is responsible for the vision, leadership, and administration of the MDes in Interaction Design program with support from an associate chair and divisional staff. The chair ensures program relevance, educational excellence, and ongoing successful operations. Responsibilities include planning, oversight, and management of the program’s curriculum, budget, and initiatives; direct supervision of the faculty involved in graduate admissions and reviews; organizational leadership for faculty, students, and staff; and faculty recruitment, retention, and development. The chair is responsible for staying actively involved with both the curriculum and relevant professional fields.
