Graphic Design Lecturer (Staff Associate to Professor)

About the role

The University of Malawi, Department of Fine Arts, invites applications for a post of Staff Associate, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor or Professor in Graphic Design. Successful candidates will teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students in graphic design, conduct research and contribute to the department's academic and creative activities.

Key responsibilities

• Teach and assess undergraduate courses in Graphic Design, combining theory with practical studio-based learning.
• Develop teaching materials, practical exercises, assignments and assessments for contemporary graphic design practice.
• Facilitate instruction in digital design, typography, branding, illustration, publication design and multimedia.
• Supervise undergraduate projects and, where applicable, postgraduate research and creative projects.
• Conduct scholarly and practice-based research and publish findings in recognised academic platforms.
• Take part in curriculum development, programme reviews, quality assurance and the preparation of teaching and learning materials.
• Mentor students in creative practice, portfolio development, professional development and entrepreneurship.
• Build collaborations with graphic design practitioners, creative agencies, publishers and media organisations.
• Take part in exhibitions, workshops, conferences, community outreach and other professional and academic activities.
• Help with resource mobilisation, consultancies and income-generating activities, and manage departmental studios, computer laboratories and equipment.

Required profile

• Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Humanities or a closely related field from a recognised and accredited institution; first degree with Credit or Distinction.
• At least three years of professional experience in graphic design, digital design, multimedia, publication design, corporate design or a related field.
• A portfolio showing professional competence and creative work in graphic design.
• University-level teaching experience is an added advantage; for Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor or Professor, publications, research, exhibitions and design displays are evaluated against university requirements.

Required skills

• Proficiency in industry-standard graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign or CorelDRAW.
• A strong creative portfolio covering visual communication, typography, branding, illustration, publication design, digital media, multimedia design and motion graphics.

To apply, submit a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts, a portfolio link or PDF, evidence of teaching and research achievements where applicable, and the names and contact details of three traceable referees, by 20 November 2026 to the Registrar, University of Malawi, Zomba, or by e-mail.