Tenure-Track Industrial Design Professor (Asst/Assoc)

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Urbana (IL)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 96,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Industrial Design, to contribute to undergraduate and graduate education, research, and creative practice. Candidates should demonstrate a sustained program of research and a strong commitment to teaching, with leadership in curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The position anchors in the School of Art & Design, offering opportunities for cross-college

Qualifications

Terminal degree in Industrial Design or closely related field.
Evidence of emerging research, scholarly, and/or creative agenda.
Ability to contribute to undergraduate and graduate education.
Strong teaching and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Industrial Design.
Mentor and advise students.
Contribute to curriculum development and program advancement.
Participate in service activities within the program, School, College, University, and profession.
Foster interdisciplinary collaborations across campus and beyond.
Maintain active research, scholarly, and/or creative practice agenda.
Develop externally recognized contributions to the discipline.
Pursue externally funded research opportunities where appropriate.
Supervise graduate student research and creative activity.