An Industrial Designer designs products for companies and creates design ideas for products that are functional and visually appealing. Creates designs for product packaging or exhibits, or contributes graphic design work for industrial design projects. Creates new product designs or works to improve existing products, including consumer or industrial products.
0.75 Description The School of Art and Design at Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIU Carbondale) invites applications for a 75% FTE Assistant Professor of Practice position in Industrial Design. The successful candidate will support the Design program by teaching Industrial Design courses and by preparing students for industry success. Ideal applicants will bring both professional experience and teaching capabilities in industrial design. In addition to teaching, the position requires hands-on rapid prototyping and supervision of the shop/labs. Candidates with experience in rapid prototyping, digital fabrication, and shop operations are strongly encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, overseeing student use of fabrication spaces, and supporting safe, effective learning environments. Due to the newly established $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions requesting consular processing outside of the U.S., Southern Illinois University is unable to provide H-1B sponsorship at this time for any prospective applicant who is outside of the U.S. and requires consular processing. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Non-Tenure Track Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit: https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts/ . Examples of Duties Teaching undergraduate and graduate industrial design courses. This includes holding office hours, grading, and submission of final grades. Develop and implement course materials that prepare students for subsequent courses in the design curriculum. Supervise the SAM Lab, including responsibilities for rapid prototyping equipment, tool maintenance, equipment upkeep, and general workspace organization. Supervise the Design Shop, including the design wood shop, design metal shop, paint booth, CNC, clean assembly room equipment, and other shop equipment. Provide safety training for students and monitor proper equipment use. Participate in Design Portfolio Evaluation and occasional program planning or recruitment activities. Serve on the School, College or University Committees as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must meet one of the following: A terminal degree in a design-related discipline. (e.g., Ph.D. in Design, MFA in Industrial Design, MDes or MS in Industrial Design, or closely related field) by time of hire. A BFA or BA degree with a specialization in Industrial Design plus a minimum of 5 years of professional industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior college-level teaching experience. Professional experience in industrial design practice. Experience with rapid prototyping, shop operations, or digital fabrication workflows.
Required Documents:
Submit a letter of application with a description of personal interests and qualifications for the position , CV, statement of teaching and teaching philosophy, portfolio or portfolio website URL, examples of teaching outcomes, and three references.
Contact:
Aaron Scott, ascott@siu.edu Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master's degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties. The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits , employee tuition waivers , and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/ . Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran. The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.
