Assistant / Associate Professor Job at Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Full Time NEW

Faculty Openings | DOT School of Design

Join DOT School of Design as Associate Faculty or Assistant Faculty

DOT School of Design is inviting passionate, skilled, and industry-experienced design professionals to join our growing academic team. We are a forward-thinking institution committed to building industry-ready designers through hands-on learning, studio-led pedagogy, and strong industry integration.

Design Verticals: Industrial Design

Designation: Associate Faculty

Location: DOT School of Design, Ambattur, Chennai

Key Responsibilities:

1. Teaching & Academic Delivery

• Deliver engaging lectures, workshops, and studio sessions in your area of design specialization.
• Facilitate project-based and experiential learning aligned with industry practices.
• Guide students through design projects, portfolios, internships, and real-world applications.
• Mentor students academically and professionally, supporting skill development and career readiness.

2. Curriculum & Studio Development

• Contribute to curriculum planning, studio structures, and module development.
• Integrate contemporary tools, materials, technologies, and workflows into teaching.
• Support interdisciplinary learning and collaborative studio culture.

3. Assessment & Student Growth

• Evaluate student work through reviews, juries, and assessments.
• Provide structured, constructive feedback to foster design thinking and execution skills.
• Participate in academic reviews, portfolio evaluations, and exhibitions.

4. Industry Engagement

• Support industry collaborations, live projects, workshops, and guest sessions.
• Bridge classroom learning with real-world design practices and professional expectations.

Qualifications & Experience:

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design, Communication Design, or a related field.

Experience Requirement

• Minimum 1 year of teaching experience
• OR
• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience

Additional Requirements

• Strong professional or academic portfolio demonstrating design expertise.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• Passion for design education and student-centric learning.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and expertise.
• Opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and academic exposure.
• Collaborative work environment with strong studio culture.
• Access to industry networks, workshops, and live projects.
• Opportunity to actively shape the future of design education.

Interested candidates may send their resume, portfolio link and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

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Subject Line: Application for [Associate Faculty] – [Design Discipline]

📌 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.