Professor - Smart Technology and Interactive Media

Taylor's University; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor’s University Design School invites applications for a visionary Professor in a degree programme at the intersection of creative industries, smart home design, and immersive space design. The appointee will lead teaching and research and advance interdisciplinary curriculum.

We seek a PhD-qualified academic with a strong publication record, industry connections, and proven leadership in developing programmes and securing research funding.

Qualifications

• PhD in Design, Smart Environments, Interaction Design or related field.
• Strong academic record in teaching, research, and publications.
• Leadership and experience in developing academic programmes.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and strategic leadership for the programme.
• Develop and deliver teaching and research in creative smart home design and immersive spaces.
• Lead interdisciplinary curriculum integrating AI, IoT, AR/VR, and interactive media.
• Establish industry and international partnerships to raise programme impact.
• Oversee accreditation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of the programme.

Skills

Academic leadership

Teaching & research

Industry connections

Digital tools proficiency

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in Design, Smart Environments, Interaction Design or related field

Strong publication record

Tools

IoT

AR/VR

AI-driven design tools

Job description

The Design School, Taylor’s University is looking for a visionary Professor for a degree programme focused on the intersection of creative industries, smart home design, and immersive and interactive space design. The successful candidate will have expertise in integrating creative design with smart technologies, interactive environments, and spatial experiences across both public and private spaces.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide academic and strategic leadership in the programme, ensuring alignment with industry trends, technological advancements, and international benchmarks.
• Develop and deliver high-quality teaching and research in creative smart home design, immersive spatial experiences, and interactive environments.
• Drive the development of interdisciplinary curriculum content that integrates digital technologies such as AI, IoT, AR/VR, and interactive media into spatial design.
• Establish partnerships with industry leaders, government agencies, and international institutions to enhance the programme’s impact and visibility.
• Lead research initiatives in practice-based design innovation, smart environments, and human-centered spatial interactions.
• Mentor faculty members and students in creative research, design thinking, and industry-driven projects.
• Contribute to the faculty’s internationalisation efforts, promoting collaborations and knowledge exchange with global experts and institutions.
• Oversee accreditation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement of the programme.

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in Design, Smart Environments, Interaction Design, Immersive & Interactive Design or a related field.
• Strong academic background with a proven track record in teaching, research, and scholarly publications.
• Extensive industry experience in smart design, digital environments, or immersive spatial interaction.
• Expertise in digital tools, smart technology integration, and interactive media applications in spatial design.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing academic programmes and securing research funding.
• Experience in supervising postgraduate students and fostering a research-led learning environment.
• Strong global network in the creative industries, technology, and design research.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

• Proficiency in emerging technologies such as IoT, AR/VR, AI-driven design, and interactive installations.
• Ability to merge creative design approaches with technological innovations for smart living and interactive environments.
• Strong industry connections with a track record of collaborative projects in smart and immersive spaces.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a vision for transforming design education in the digital era.