University Teacher or University Lecturer in Design and Manufacturing Technology

Aalto University Executive Education Oy; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Well-equipped workshops

Job summary

Aalto University invites applications for a University Teacher or University Lecturer in Design and Manufacturing Technology at the School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Espoo, Finland. The role combines teaching design and manufacturing topics, including CAD/CAM, prototyping and collaboration with industry partners, with a hybrid work model in a dynamic university environment.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in design or a related field, with strong industry experience and a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in design or relevant field.
• Documented track record in design practice, in industry or manufacturing contexts.
• Strong interest in teaching design students and guiding theses.

Responsibilities

• Educate students in turning design concepts into prototypes for industrial production.
• Contribute to development of teaching, design activities and research.
• Participate in supervising student assignments and theses and intake of new students when needed.

Education

Master’s degree in design or relevant field

Job description

University Teacher or University Lecturer in Design and Manufacturing Technology

11.9.2026

Application closes on

22.10.2026

Unit

School of Arts, Design and Architecture

Job category

Other teaching and research personnel

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 16 000 students and 5 200 employees, including 446 professors. Our campus is in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.

The Aalto School of Arts, Design and Architecture (ARTS) is a Nordic leader in higher education for design, fashion, games, media, architecture, film, art education and fine art. We produce world-class research e.g. in design, digital media and visual culture, art education, urban planning and architecture. Our graduates innovate in and beyond their fields, drawing on over a century of tradition of our institution, a humane and forward-looking approach, and the latest technologies.

The Department of Design is a diverse community of competent, creative and responsible individuals. In design, we appreciate technical skill, social significance and artistic expression. The department educates front-line design professionals and visionaries for established, changing and emerging fields of design. We renew our expertise through high level research in continuous collaboration with our stakeholders and partners. We strive towards a sustainable and just society and environment. Faculty consists of 20 lecturers and 20 professors. Our close to 800 students can study product, service and experimental design, textile and fashion design, co-design, design leadership, design research and sustainable development towards Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctor’s degrees.

University Teacher or University Lecturer in Design and Manufacturing Technology

Who has rich practical experience of manufacturing designs in an industrial context and strong interest in educating future designers.

Your role and goals

In this position,youareresponsible foreducating students in turning design concepts into such prototypes that can be industrially manufactured with both mature and emerging technologies, including

Manufacturing techniques relevant to product design (such asthe design and mechanical engineering of an injection-moulded plastic product to be ready for production)

CAD and CAM software in an industrial context

Basics of prototyping including model making

In addition to teaching, dutiestypicallyincludeparticipatingin the development of teaching,designactivitiesand researchat the Department of Design. You willparticipatein the guidance and assessment of student assignments and thesesandtake part intheintake of new studentswhen needed.

Your network and team

You will bemainlyworkingwith

The Department of Design lecturers and professors

Bachelor’sProgrammein Designand Fashionstudentsmajoring in design. Language of theProgrammeis Finnish andSwedishbut teaching is possiblealsoin English

Bachelor’s Programme in Design and Mediastudents. Language of the Programme is English

Master’s Programme in Designstudents. Language of the Programme is English,Finnishand Swedish

Workshop masters

University administrative staff

Your experience and ambitions

The ideal candidate for this position

has rich experiencecommunicating with designers, understanding design intents, and seeingthem towardsrealization.

is interested in bridgingindustrial practices with design education (e.g., bringing design projects and industrial partners into courses)

can teachindustrial manufacturing processes for scaled production as well as some one-off prototyping skills

is able toapplydigital fabrication knowledgein collaboration withdigital modellingteachers

has experience oncurriculum design and development of teaching

Requirementsfor this position are

Master’s degree in design or relevant field

Documentedtrack recordin design practice, in industry or manufacturing contexts

Strong interest in teaching design studentsin practical skills as well as guiding theses

The followingareconsideredas advantages

Experience in University level teaching

Proficiencyin Finnish and/or Swedish

Research and other merits relevant to the field of the lectureship

Documented pedagogic training

What we offer

We offer you a responsible and meaningful role with true impact in the Department of Design’s success, and in the wellbeing and development of the society. You have the opportunity of working in a dynamic world-class community of creative professionals and researchers, who are committed to exploring the frontiers of design practice and research. For hands-on projects, we have well-equipped workshops (3D printing, laser cutter, mechatronics, solid materials, ceramics, glass, etc.) for building prototypes from different materials.Aalto University’s vast array of professional development opportunities means you will grow and learn, having the chance to participate actively in staff trainings and development projects based on your interests and needs. We value work-life balance and wellbeing in all aspects of life. We work in a hybrid model, with the primary workplace located at the Otaniemi Campus in Espoo, Finland. Life on the revitalized campus is vibrant, featuring stunning architecture, tranquil nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, and services, all complemented by excellent public transportation connections.

Join us!