Assistant Professor - Design Department

Job Description

Position Title: Assistant Professor – Design Department Institution: Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Fashion Design – 2 Positions Product Design – 2 Positions UI/UX Design – 3 Positions Graphic Design – 2 Positions Role Summary We’re looking for passionate educators and industry professionals with a flair for design, innovation, and mentorship. The ideal candidates will bring interdisciplinary expertise, creative energy, and a student-first mindset to foster the next generation of design thinkers. Key Responsibilities Teach undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses in the relevant domain Guide students on projects, thesis work, and portfolio development Collaborate on curriculum design aligned with industry needs Contribute to research, publications, and creative practices Conduct skill-building workshops and studio sessions Support departmental initiatives and student mentoring Qualifications Preferred Master’s degree in Design or allied fields (M.Des, M.F.A., M.A., or equivalent) Ph.D. preferred but not mandatory 1–5 years of academic or industry experience Demonstrated portfolio of professional or academic work Proficiency in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Rhino, AutoCAD, etc. Familiarity with user-centered, sustainable, and inclusive design approaches Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month Schedule: Day shift Experience: Teaching: 1 year (Required) Designing: 1 year (Required) Industry connect: 1 year (Required) Education administration: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person