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About the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning
The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a tenure-track/tenured faculty position in Industrial Design in the top-ranked Myron E. Ullman, Jr. School of Design at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (rank/title commensurate with credentials).
The primary mission of the College of DAAP is the creation of a better cultural and design environment. The School of Design’s role in advancing that mission is to prepare undergraduate and graduate students to be responsible professionals and citizens in a complex and evolving world. We achieve this through a distinctive, rigorous, carefully sequenced curriculum that includes a substantial cooperative education program component dating back more than 100 years. This curricular model, expressed in classrooms, research labs, and professional offices all over the world, integrates practice and theory. It inspires interdisciplinary projects, builds solid corporate partnerships, and contributes to our strength as a leading design institution.
About the School & Industrial Design Program
The Myron E. Ullman, Jr. School of Design aims to prepare undergraduate and graduate students across its Communication Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, and Master of Design (MDes) programs to succeed as skilled professionals in local and global markets while respecting the breadth of the human community. The School of Design is innovative in teaching and in transforming design disciplines by infusing learning with the newest design methods and technologies.
The Industrial Design program is continually ranked among the highest in the world and is part of a tier-one research university. Our undergraduate and graduate programs empower students with core knowledge that provides a solid educational base. Students are prepared for careers by passionate faculty, rigorous academic endeavors, and a world-class professional practice (co-op) program. Applicants will find that our university’s centers of excellence, including the recently established 1819 Innovation Hub and Digital Futures Center, offer many opportunities for multi-disciplinary collaboration.
Job Overview
This full-time, tenure-track/tenured Assistant or Associate Professor appointment carries primary responsibility for undergraduate instruction across core areas of Industrial Design, with potential teaching opportunities in the Master of Design (MDes) program. The successful candidate will maintain an active research agenda/creative practice, participate in service activities, and deliver a typical teaching load of 15 credit hours per academic year. Teaching responsibilities include course development, project supervision, and skill-based instruction across creative problem-solving, conceptual ideation, digital/analog design communication, 3D fabrication/prototyping, and professional practice.
Essential Functions
- Primary responsibilities include teaching, maintaining an active research agenda/creative practice, and service to committees at various levels.
- Teaching will occur primarily at the undergraduate level in early curriculum foundational courses and/or core industrial design studio courses that may include Studio, skill building, and lecture topics but may include teaching opportunities in the Master of Design program such as research-related courses that may include research strategy instruction and thesis development that may include participation on thesis committees.
- Teaching responsibilities include course development, project supervision, and skill-based instruction across creative problem-solving, conceptual ideation, digital/analog design communication, 3D fabrication/prototyping, and professional practice.
- Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction.
- Prepare syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with program outcomes.
- Conduct and publish research in their area of expertise in Industrial Design or a related field.
- Maintain current expertise in core areas of industrial design practice, including design methods, human factors, materials and processes, and digital/analog design communication, sufficient to teach and mentor across the program's curriculum.
- Evaluate and develop the curriculum for the department and/or college, updating curriculum aligned with industry standards.
- Over time, provide leadership in bridging the theory and practice of Industrial Design, mentoring faculty and/or students, and advancing research initiatives and curricular development within the program.
- Advise students, evaluate student coursework, maintain accurate academic records and grading, and provide timely feedback to support students’ career readiness and professional growth.
- Serve on school, college, and/or university committees (e.g., program curriculum committees, thesis committees).
Minimum Requirements
All of the following are required prior to the effective date of the appointment:
- Master's degree in Industrial Design or related field
- One (1) year of industry experience in the field of Industrial Design or a related field
- Candidates at the Associate Professor level must also have university-level teaching experience in the field of Industrial Design or a related field post-qualifying degree.
Application Process
To be considered for this position, please complete an online application and upload:
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Names and Contact Information of Three References
- Portfolio of Candidate Work (submit as a link or web address)
- Portfolio of Work Created by Students Under Candidate’s Teaching, if applicable (submit as a link or web address)
- Please use the additional documents feature as needed for these items.
The position is available on August 15, 2027. Review of applications will begin December 14, 2026, and will remain open until the position is filled. For more information about the School of Design and the Industrial Design program, please visit https://daap.uc.edu/academic-programs/school-of-design/communication-design.html
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
- Vacation and sick time
- 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
- 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
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