About UDIT /n 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. /n /n About the Role /n This is not a conventional academic leadership role. /n 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. /n 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 . /n /n Key Responsibilities /n 1.

Program

Leadership & Academic Ownership /n /n

- 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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- 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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Faculty

Development & Team Leadership /n /n

- 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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Student

Outcomes & Industry Readiness /n /n

- 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 /n /n

- 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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Institutional

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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

/n /n /n Key Requirements /n Educational Background: A foundational degree in Architecture . /n Minimum Qualification: A Master’s degree specifically in Industrial/Product Design . /n Qualified Experience: Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in product development.

Your portfolio should demonstrate: /n /n

- 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.

/n /n What We Are Looking For /n 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. /n /n How to Apply /n Interested candidates should submit the following to [email protected] /n /n

- 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.

/n /n /n UDIT University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds that meet the specific technical criteria mentioned above. /n

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