University of Louisville
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Product Design (Assistant Professor)
University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Product Design (Assistant Professor)
University of Louisville
– Louisville, KY –
Posted:
Nov 12
Position Summary The Hite Institute of Art + Design at the University of Louisville invites applications for an assistant professor, tenure‑track position in Product Design. The successful candidate will shape an emerging BFA in Design (Product Design track) and collaborate closely with faculty at UofL’s J.B. Speed School of Engineering. We seek a practitioner‑scholar who bridges human‑centered design, three‑dimensional form development, and hands‑on fabrication.
Responsibilities
Teach, develop, and refine BFA courses in Product Design, emphasizing concept development, form‑giving, drawing as a communication/thinking tool, materials, and fabrication.
Integrate human‑centered methods, iterative prototyping, sustainable practices, and systems thinking across studios and critiques.
Contribute to foundation‑level courses such as 3D Design and Drawing that build students’ visual thinking and shop literacy.
Mentor students through portfolio development, internships, competitions, and capstone projects.
Maintain an active scholarly/creative agenda demonstrating conceptual rigor and material sophistication.
Disseminate work through peer‑reviewed publications, exhibitions, conferences, patents, juried shows, and industry partnerships.
Seek external funding or sponsored collaborations when appropriate.
Partner with Speed School faculty to create joint learning experiences, co‑taught studios, and applied research initiatives at the design–engineering interface.
Engage in service to the department, college, and university, and participate in professional organizations such as IDSA.
Required Qualifications
Terminal degree (MFA, MDes, PhD, or equivalent) in Product/Industrial Design or related field by start date; ABD considered.
Demonstrated excellence in conceptual development and three‑dimensional form‑giving.
Hands‑on fabrication expertise and knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
Foundation in human‑centered design research and application.
Commitment to sustainable and materially responsible design practices.
Strong drawing skills and ability to teach drawing as a tool for ideation, analysis, and communication.
Record of creative/scholarly achievement commensurate with rank.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogy and mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional practice experience in product/industrial design.
Successful university‑level teaching experience.
Breadth across fabrication methods (wood, metal, plastics, composites, textiles).
Experience with digital fabrication (CNC, rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing) and emerging technologies (IoT, smart materials, interactive systems).
Foundation in systems thinking to situate products within broader contexts and lifecycles.
Record of interdisciplinary collaboration, especially with engineering or technical fields.
Community‑engaged or socially responsible design work.
Experience with grant writing, industry sponsorships, or external funding.
Portfolio evidencing conceptual depth, formal sophistication, material exploration, and user‑centered problem solving.
Program & Institutional Context The Hite Institute of Art + Design offers BA, BFA, MA, and MFA degrees across multiple disciplines and is the most comprehensive art and design program in Kentucky. The Design program, expanding with coordinated tracks in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Product Design, and Interior Design, is grounded in a shared foundation and advanced studios. The Institute benefits from robust campus partnerships, an internship network, and community‑engaged initiatives.
The University of Louisville is a Carnegie R1 research university in a dynamic metropolitan region with strong connections to manufacturing, health, logistics, and civic innovation—sectors that provide rich contexts for applied product design research and student opportunities.
Facilities & Collaboration Opportunities
J.B. Speed School Student Success & Research Building – advanced makerspaces, fabrication labs, and collaborative studios.
AMIST (Additive Manufacturing Institute of Science & Technology) – world‑class institute with metal, polymer, and ceramic 3D printing capabilities.
Apply Now Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a brief description of research/creative practice, and a portfolio review. Applications are accepted through the university’s online portal until the position is filled.
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– Louisville, KY –
Posted:
Nov 12
Position Summary The Hite Institute of Art + Design at the University of Louisville invites applications for an assistant professor, tenure‑track position in Product Design. The successful candidate will shape an emerging BFA in Design (Product Design track) and collaborate closely with faculty at UofL’s J.B. Speed School of Engineering. We seek a practitioner‑scholar who bridges human‑centered design, three‑dimensional form development, and hands‑on fabrication.
Responsibilities
Teach, develop, and refine BFA courses in Product Design, emphasizing concept development, form‑giving, drawing as a communication/thinking tool, materials, and fabrication.
Integrate human‑centered methods, iterative prototyping, sustainable practices, and systems thinking across studios and critiques.
Contribute to foundation‑level courses such as 3D Design and Drawing that build students’ visual thinking and shop literacy.
Mentor students through portfolio development, internships, competitions, and capstone projects.
Maintain an active scholarly/creative agenda demonstrating conceptual rigor and material sophistication.
Disseminate work through peer‑reviewed publications, exhibitions, conferences, patents, juried shows, and industry partnerships.
Seek external funding or sponsored collaborations when appropriate.
Partner with Speed School faculty to create joint learning experiences, co‑taught studios, and applied research initiatives at the design–engineering interface.
Engage in service to the department, college, and university, and participate in professional organizations such as IDSA.
Required Qualifications
Terminal degree (MFA, MDes, PhD, or equivalent) in Product/Industrial Design or related field by start date; ABD considered.
Demonstrated excellence in conceptual development and three‑dimensional form‑giving.
Hands‑on fabrication expertise and knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
Foundation in human‑centered design research and application.
Commitment to sustainable and materially responsible design practices.
Strong drawing skills and ability to teach drawing as a tool for ideation, analysis, and communication.
Record of creative/scholarly achievement commensurate with rank.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogy and mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional practice experience in product/industrial design.
Successful university‑level teaching experience.
Breadth across fabrication methods (wood, metal, plastics, composites, textiles).
Experience with digital fabrication (CNC, rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing) and emerging technologies (IoT, smart materials, interactive systems).
Foundation in systems thinking to situate products within broader contexts and lifecycles.
Record of interdisciplinary collaboration, especially with engineering or technical fields.
Community‑engaged or socially responsible design work.
Experience with grant writing, industry sponsorships, or external funding.
Portfolio evidencing conceptual depth, formal sophistication, material exploration, and user‑centered problem solving.
Program & Institutional Context The Hite Institute of Art + Design offers BA, BFA, MA, and MFA degrees across multiple disciplines and is the most comprehensive art and design program in Kentucky. The Design program, expanding with coordinated tracks in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Product Design, and Interior Design, is grounded in a shared foundation and advanced studios. The Institute benefits from robust campus partnerships, an internship network, and community‑engaged initiatives.
The University of Louisville is a Carnegie R1 research university in a dynamic metropolitan region with strong connections to manufacturing, health, logistics, and civic innovation—sectors that provide rich contexts for applied product design research and student opportunities.
Facilities & Collaboration Opportunities
J.B. Speed School Student Success & Research Building – advanced makerspaces, fabrication labs, and collaborative studios.
AMIST (Additive Manufacturing Institute of Science & Technology) – world‑class institute with metal, polymer, and ceramic 3D printing capabilities.
Apply Now Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a brief description of research/creative practice, and a portfolio review. Applications are accepted through the university’s online portal until the position is filled.
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