Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice in Product Design for Industrial Manufacturing

Start of review process: January 2, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Starting Date: August 16, 2026

The Department of Design at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Product Design for Industrial Manufacturing. We are seeking candidates with a practice in the dynamic field of product design for industrial manufacturing. Candidates should also demonstrate innovative pedagogical approaches and have teaching experience at the university level. Salary and rank commensurate with experience. This position requires residency in or relocation to Austin, TX.

Responsibilities:

Teach the equivalent of three courses, each semester in industrial design, including but not limited to: product design, sustainable design, social design, interactive design, design engineering

Actively participate in and support the functioning of the department through service work in selected committees, workgroups, and special projects

Maintain professional activities (including creative practice) at a level that ensures connection with the current state of the field

Participate in departmental, college, and university-wide meetings and events

Required Qualifications:

Graduate degree in design or relevant field

Teaching experience, evidenced by a selection of student work

Practice in product design for industrial manufacturing demonstrated through a portfolio of design work

Working knowledge of Rhinoceros 3D, Keyshot, and Adobe Creative Suite

Ability to work within a dynamic and complex work environment

Ability to collaborate effectively within teams composed of members with different professional experiences and at varying stages of their careers

Preferred Qualifications:

A Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Master of Science (MS), Master of Industrial Design (MID) or other terminal degree in Industrial Design or 3D Product Design

A minimum two years of teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
Excellence in practice in product design for industrial manufacturing, demonstrated through significant professional achievements

Demonstrated experience in administrative work within a dynamic and complex academic environment

Prior experience in collaborating effectively within teams composed of members with versatile professional experiences and at varying stages of their academic careers

Evidence of practice-led or practice-based academic research in Design Studies resulting in journal publications or patents

Demonstrated ability to successfully adjust teaching and mentoring methods in response to the learning needs of students from varying backgrounds

Substantial experience developing new coursework and course materials

Experience mentoring students or professionals, including career coaching, networking, etc.
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