Academic Associate

Anant National University; Gujarat; In loco; INR 800.000 - 1.100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Anant National University invites applications for a Lead Product Design position in the School of Design. The role involves guiding studios, mentoring students, and coordinating with faculty across disciplines to advance curriculum and hands-on learning.

The candidate should have a strong background in product design education, solid communication, and project coordination skills, with experience in academic settings preferred.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or related field.
• Strong understanding of design processes and visual communication.
• Excellent communication, coordination and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency in relevant design software is desirable.
• Prior academic or professional experience is advantageous.

Mansioni

• Support faculty in studios, courses, workshops, reviews and juries.
• Guide students with their design projects, presentations, models and documentation.
• Assist with course preparation, assessments, attendance and academic records.
• Coordinate workshops, field visits, guest sessions and other academic activities.
• Support documentation of student work, exhibitions and programme activities.
• Coordinate with faculty, students, TAs and Academic Affairs as required.
• Contribute to curriculum and other Product Design initiatives.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor’s/Master in Product Design

Industrial Design

Architecture or related field

Strumenti

Design software

Descrizione del lavoro

Department: Product Design - School of Design

Posted On 28th Sep 2026

About Anant National University

Anant National University, India’s Premier Design University, is dedicated to training students to devise solutions for global problems through creative thinking.

Our DesignX way is unique in helping young designers develop a better understanding of the context we live in through community immersion, innovation and collaboration. The core of our pedagogy is sustainable design multiplied by a host of knowledge disciplines and technology to make problem solving impactful. Our multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in design, architecture, climate action and visual arts harness the knowledge from various disciplines and traditional practices to integrate it with cutting edge technology to address diverse challenges.

About the Department

The School of Design at Anant National University houses the Design Disciplines of the University, namely Space Design, Product Design, Interaction Design, Communication Design, Sustainable Fashion & Textiles, Moving Image, and Transdisciplinary Design. Apart from these majors, the School also offers a choice of minors in allied fields a few examples being minors in Design for Health & Wellbeing, Furniture Design, Urban Design, etc The programme educates designers about prevalent global problems and encourages them to propose path-breaking solutions. It facilitates personal development and allows students to explore practical design solutions through learning-by-doing modules.

Reporting to

Lead Product Design

Job Type

Required Education Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or a related field.
• Good understanding of design processes and visual communication.
• Good communication, coordination and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency in relevant design software is desirable.
• Prior academic or professional experience will be an advantage.

Years of Experience

Around 2 years of experience in working with academic institutions or similar organisation

The candidate should be comfortable working in a studio-based, collaborative and interdisciplinary environment and should be willing to take ownership of assigned academic responsibilities.

Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs)

• Support faculty in studios, courses, workshops, reviews and juries.
• Guide students with their design projects, presentations, models and documentation.
• Assist with course preparation, assessments, attendance and academic records.
• Coordinate workshops, field visits, guest sessions and other academic activities.
• Support documentation of student work, exhibitions and programme activities.
• Coordinate with faculty, students, TAs and Academic Affairs as required.
• Contribute to curriculum and other Product Design initiatives.

Required Skills & Prior Experience with

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Excellent research, project management and time management skills.
• Organisational understanding and sensitivity to organisational dynamics.
• Proven ability to deal tactfully with faculty, students, and staff.
• Excellent problem-solving and planning skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented academic environment.
• Ability to adapt, accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Expertise in a particular subject area or areas.
• Self-motivation.
• Passion for education and a commitment to supporting student success.