Assistant Professor - Interaction Design

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About Anant National University:

Anant National University, India’s first DesignX university, is dedicated to training students

to devise solutions for global problems through creative thinking.

Our DesignX way is unique in helping young designers develop a better understanding of the

context we live in through community immersion, and collaboration. The core of our

pedagogy is sustainable design multiplied by a host of knowledge disciplines and technology

to make problem-solving impactful. Our multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate and

doctoral programmes in design, architecture, climate action and visual arts harness the

knowledge from various disciplines and traditional practices to integrate it with cutting-edge

technology to address diverse challenges.

About (Department):

At IxD (Interaction Design Department at Anant National University), we believe that

working with people of different disciplines, backgrounds and experiences is key to the

learning process and generating new ideas. We embrace various methodologies from art,

science, engineering, design and the humanities. Our approach to learning relies on

collaboration rather than competition so as to cultivate a creative environment in which

exploration, analysis, risk, and failure can freely occur. We use an iterative cycle of making,

generating, and abstracting, where the making may come first, but the focus is on the

development and refinement of ideas. Our goal is to train a new kind of professional, whose

practical understanding of technology is informed by a strong sense of purpose, ethics, and

a healthy doubt of the status quo.

Required Education Qualification:

A Master's degree or higher in Interaction Design, Media Arts, Computer Science, or a

related field. If the candidate demonstrates excellent work in their portfolio, these

requirements can be relaxed.

Years of Experience:

● Target Range:

○ The ideal candidate should have approximately 7-12 years of relevant

professional and/or academic experience. This range reflects the expectation

that an Assistant Professor has developed a substantial body of work and

expertise.

Experience Breakdown:

○ This experience could include a combination of:

■ Professional experience in interaction design, media arts, or related

fields.

■ Teaching experience at the university level.

■ Research and/or artistic practice.

■ Experience initiating and leading projects.

Emphasis on Quality:

○ It's important to note that the quality and relevance of the experience are

more critical than the sheer number of years. The search committee will be

looking for candidates who have demonstrated excellence in their field and a

commitment to teaching and mentorship.

Evidence of Impact:

○ Candidates should be able to provide evidence of their impact through:

■ A strong portfolio of work.

■ A record of publications or presentations.

■ Letters of recommendation.

■ Examples of successful teaching or mentorship.

Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs):

Teaching and Curriculum Development:

● Inspire students in emerging media and communication technologies.

● Develop and deliver curriculum in core areas:

○ Computer programming.

○ Design.

○ Electronics.

○ Interactive media art.

○ Thesis/capstone advisement.

● Prioritise equity-forward teaching practices.

● Foster a culture of continuous learning.

Research and Creative Practice:

● Engage with theoretical, historical, and social aspects of technology.

● Maintain excellence in professional/artistic work.

● Contribute to strengthening design and storytelling fields with interactive

media.

● Focus contributions on empowering marginalised communities.

● Inclusive and equitable utilisation of new technology to build a fairer society.

Institutional Development and Leadership:

● Contribute to the development of the Interaction Design Department.

● Initiate and lead departmental initiatives.

● Promote inclusivity, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility.

● Work collaboratively with people of different disciplines.

Student Mentorship:

● Act as thesis/capstone advisor.

● Mentoring students in their academic and professional development.

Key Skills:

● Seeking imaginative, collaborative candidates to inspire students in emerging media

and communication technologies.

● Demonstrated commitment to engaging with theoretical, historical, and social aspects

of technology.

● Prioritise equity-forward teaching practices and embrace inclusivity and diversity.

● Contribute to strengthening design and storytelling fields with interactive media.

● Teaching focus with a contribution to institutional development and fostering a culture

of continuous learning.

● Evidence of teaching ability and leadership in initiating initiatives.

● Required skills in core curriculum areas including computer programming, design,

electronics, interactive media art, and thesis/capstone advisement.

● Excellence in professional/artistic work with a focus on contributions to the field and

empowering marginalised communities.

● Inclusive and equitable utilisation of new technology to build a fairer society,

• prioritising inclusivity, diversity, belonging, equity, and accessibility.