The Department of Art is seeking a Lecturer in Design for a full-time position focused on professional graphic design practices starting July 2026. Hire will teach all levels in the undergraduate major on a ten-month contract position with a face-to-face 4/4 teaching load per year. Areas of specialization include:

• Graphic design
• Typography
• Brand identity
• Design entrepreneurship
• Design theory
• Print production and publication.

The candidate will assist in crafting and maintaining a progressive design curriculum that works within and supports a wider Art program. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include standard service duties, advising, and committee participation. Candidates must have a terminal degree in design with university-level teaching experience strongly preferred. 5+ years of professional practice and demonstrated typographic skills desired. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications: 1. MFA required. 2. Post secondary teaching experience beyond graduate school and 5 years of professional practice preferred. 3. Typographical skills.

Preferred Qualifications: 5 years of professional practice preferred.

How to Apply: Interested candidates must apply at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/24502 and attach the following with their online application:

1. A Cover letter.
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. A statement of teaching philosophy.
4. Unofficial Transcripts
5. Samples of student work (12–20).

Applications should be submitted by January 05, 2026, for full consideration. The position will remain open until it is filled.

About ODU: Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.