Assistant/associate Professor for Interactive Product Design

We seek an innovative and dynamic educator who is passionate about teaching, academic research, and creative practice in the rapidly evolving field of interactive product design. Through the delivery of innovative curricula grounded in conceptual and critical thinking as well as rigorous craft, the Assistant or Associate Professor in Interactive Product Design readies the next generation of creative professionals in interaction and product design.

The school expects a variety of service duties, including academic and career advising of undergraduate and graduate students; school and university committee service; and community engagement. The university provides many opportunities for funded faculty research and excellent facilities through both physical and virtual labs.- Significant experience and expertise in all aspects of interaction and product design. Deep expertise in at least one or more current technologies: 3D printing, hybrid live-action visual interaction will be an advantage- A strong track record in teaching a variety of different aspects of interaction and product design with an emphasis on user experience, visual storytelling and interaction.- A holistic understanding of the design process, and an appreciation for visual aesthetics, both computer generated and prototypes as well as evolving contemporary practices.- Practical and technical skills supported by critical and conceptual theory, encompassing the diverse approaches to design throughout all aspects of interaction and product design.- Demonstration of scholarship in contemporary publication or output forums for interaction, user experience and product design

**Requirements**:

- A strong portfolio and track record that evidences a capacity for significant impact in interactive product design
- A strong conceptual and critical foundation and the ability to support developments in interaction and product design using the latest technological advancements.
- Significant experience and expertise in all aspects of interaction and product design. Strong proficiency in at least one or more current technologies: 3D printing, hybrid live-action visual interaction, human-computer interfaces, robotics, creative coding, AI-driven Design and Generative Systems, VR/AR.
- A strong track record in teaching a variety of different aspects of interaction and product design with an emphasis on user experience, visual storytelling and interaction.
- A holistic understanding of the design process, and an appreciation for visual aesthetics, both computer generated and prototypes as well as evolving contemporary practices.
- Practical and technical skills supported by critical and conceptual theory, encompassing the diverse approaches to design throughout all aspects of interaction and product design.
- Demonstration of scholarship in contemporary publication or output forums for interaction, user experience and product design

The School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) offers a studio-based professional education in a comprehensive university setting, providing students with the skills to produce groundbreaking artworks and pursue careers in the design and media fields. ADM promotes Singapore’s creative culture and aims to transform Singapore into a regional center of media and creativity. ADM offers two BFA programs: Media Art (with specializations in Film, Animation, Games, and Photography) and Design Art (with specializations in Interactive Design, Visual Communication, and Product Design). ADM also offers MA and PhD programs by research across all areas of the school, including Digital Filmmaking.

Hiring Institution: NTU