Academic Position in Industrial Design
Join the Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University as a Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Associate Professor in Industrial Design.
Best for:Best for experienced academics with a PhD in Industrial Design, industry experience, and a passion for teaching and research in emerging technologies and design innovation.
Overview
This permanent, full-time faculty position at the Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University (a joint venture between Victoria University of Wellington and Zhengzhou University) seeks an academic specialist in Industrial Design. The role involves teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in English, supervising student research, contributing to curriculum development, and conducting research focused on emerging technologies and their societal impact. The successful candidate will engage with industry, mentor diverse students, and potentially lead programme initiatives. The position is based in Zhengzhou, China, and welcomes international applicants with eligibility to work there.
What you'll do
- Deliver academically rigorous teaching at the undergraduate level in Industrial Design.
- Supervise postgraduate students, including Honours, Master’s, and PhD candidates.
- Contribute to the development and leadership of the Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University’s curriculum and academic programmes.
- Engage in ongoing research aligned with career stage, focusing on emerging technologies and their societal impact.
- Collaborate with industry professionals and design sectors to bridge academic research with real-world applications.
- Mentor and support students from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
- Potentially lead programme leadership initiatives, depending on seniority level.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Industrial Design or a related field, or a Master’s degree in Industrial Design with substantial industry experience.
Language: English; proficiency required for teaching and supervision.
Instruction: English
- Proven expertise in Industrial Design teaching and research.
- Experience supervising student research at Honours, Master’s, and/or PhD levels.
- Evidence of impact-oriented design research with a focus on emerging technologies.
- Strong ability to work with diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Experience engaging with industry or design professions.
- Eligibility to work in China.
- No explicit age or residency restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-30
Applicants must submit their resume, cover letter, portfolio of creative works and teaching outputs, academic transcript, teaching and research statement, and a model syllabus through the university’s careers page. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be considered before the deadline.
- CV/resume
- Cover letter
- Portfolio of creative works and teaching outputs
- Academic transcript
- Teaching and research statement
- Model syllabus
Contact
Professor Leon Gurevitch· Head of School, School of Design Innovation
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