Assistant Professor – Fashion Design

Position: Assistant Professor – Fashion Design School: School of Architecture and Design (SOAD) Location: K.R. Mangalam University, Sohna Road, Gurugram Type: Full-Time | Regular Role Overview: The School of Architecture and Design (SOAD) at K.R. Mangalam University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Fashion Design. We are looking for a dynamic academic professional with strong design capabilities, teaching acumen, and industry experience to mentor the next generation of fashion designers. The ideal candidate will contribute to teaching, research, and academic development in alignment with global design standards and industry needs. Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging lectures and studio-based courses across undergraduate (and potentially postgraduate) Fashion Design programs. Develop curriculum and course materials with a strong emphasis on design thinking, innovation, sustainability, and digital tools. Guide students in design projects, portfolio development, fashion shows, exhibitions, and internships. Supervise final year capstone projects and industry-linked assignments. Stay updated with fashion trends, materials, and emerging technologies; integrate these into academic delivery. Engage in scholarly research, creative practice, or consultancy work leading to publications, exhibitions, or design outputs. Participate in departmental activities including admissions, industry collaborations, student mentoring, and academic events. Support university-wide interdisciplinary initiatives under SOAD’s creative ecosystem. Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualification: Master’s Degree in Fashion Design / Textile Design / Fashion Communication / Fashion Technology from a recognized institution. Preference given to candidates with UGC NET qualification or a Ph.D. in the relevant field. Experience: 2–5 years of relevant teaching experience in higher education or equivalent industry experience. Demonstrated ability in academic delivery, curriculum development, and student mentorship. Desirable Skills: Proficiency in fashion software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CLO 3D, CorelDRAW, or similar CAD tools. Knowledge of sustainable fashion, smart textiles, or digital fashion will be an added advantage. Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. A strong portfolio of academic or industry work (required at the time of application/interview). Why Join SOAD @ K.R. Mangalam University? Interdisciplinary academic environment combining architecture, fashion, product, and interior design. Emphasis on experiential learning, studio practice, and industry engagement. Strong institutional support for research, exhibitions, workshops, and international exposure. Modern campus with state-of-the-art infrastructure and design labs. Interested Candidates can visit our website and they can send the resume on this mail id: K. R. Mangalam University Website - https://www.krmangalam.edu.in/careers/ Email ID - krmujobs@krmangalam.edu.in Show more Show less