Job Description

About UDIT

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UDIT is India's first university where design, management, and technology converge. We are building an institution that redefines how creative education engages with industry, sustainability, and real-world problem-solving.

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About the Role

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This is not a conventional academic leadership role.

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As Assistant/Associate Professor- Product Design, you will own the end-to-end academic and strategic direction of the Product Design program — from curriculum design and faculty capability to student outcomes and industry integration.

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You will be responsible for building a program that is deeply rooted in craft, driven by engineering logic, and aligned with the future of sustainable production systems.

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Key Responsibilities

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1. Program Leadership & Academic Ownership

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- Lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of the Product Design curriculum
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- Ensure alignment with UDIT's philosophy of interdisciplinary, practice-led learning
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- Drive academic rigor, learning outcomes, and assessment frameworks
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2. Curriculum & Pedagogy Development

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- Build a curriculum that integrates:
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- Engineering fundamentals
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- Craft-based practices
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- Sustainable and circular design principles
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- Introduce project-based and industry-linked learning experiences
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3. Faculty Development & Team Leadership

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- Mentor and develop a team of faculty and visiting practitioners
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- Build teaching capability aligned with contemporary design and manufacturing practices
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- Drive a culture of experimentation, critique, and iteration
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4. Student Outcomes & Industry Readiness

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- Ensure students graduate with strong portfolios and real-world problem-solving capability
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- Enable exposure to:
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- Product development cycles
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- Manufacturing ecosystems
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- Craft clusters and material exploration
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- Support placements, internships, and industry collaborations
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Industry & Ecosystem Engagement

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- Build partnerships with:
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- Product companies
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- Craft communities
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- Manufacturing units
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- Anchor live projects, workshops, and collaborative studios
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6. Institutional Contribution

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- Contribute to UDIT's larger vision of building a new-age university
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- Collaborate across programs (technology, management, design)
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- Participate in key academic and strategic initiatives
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Key Requirements

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Educational Background: A foundational degree in Architecture.

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Minimum Qualification: A Master's degree specifically in Industrial/Product Design.

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Skilled Experience: Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in product development. Your portfolio should demonstrate:

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- A varied range of product categories.
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- Significant work within traditional crafts.
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- A commitment to sustainable production and manufacturing methods.
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- Experience in the renewal of products through repair and circular design principles.
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- Teaching Experience: Ideally 3 to 5 years of experience in an academic or clinical teaching environment.
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What We Are Looking For

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We want a leader who views design not just as an aesthetic pursuit, but as a problem-solving discipline. You should be an advocate for "slow design," repairability, and the integration of artisanal techniques with scalable engineering solutions.

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How to Apply

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Interested candidates should submit the following to [email protected]

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- A detailed CV highlighting both professional and academic milestones.
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- A Portfolio (PDF or link) showcasing a range of developed products, craft-based projects, and sustainable initiatives.
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- A Statement of Purpose (max 500 words) outlining your vision for the future of Product Design education.
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UDIT University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds that meet the specific technical criteria mentioned above.

📌 Assistant / Associate Professor - Product Design (Gurugram)
🏢 UDIT - University of Design, Innovation and Technology
📍 Gurugram