Head of UX/UI & Interaction Design Program

5 - 10 years

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Job Category: Non - Faculty
Job Type: Full Time
Required Experience: 5-10 Years
Job Location: Gurugram

Job Title : Head of UX/UI & Interaction Design Program

Department : School of Design, K.R. Mangalam University, Gurugram

Position Type : Full-time | On-campus | Academic Leadership Role

About the Role

K.R. Mangalam University is seeking a dynamic and experienced design professional to lead its B.Des in UI-UX & Interaction Design program. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in user-centered design, product thinking, and digital experience design, along with the ability to mentor students and build an industry-aligned curriculum.

The Head of Program will play a key role in shaping future design leaders through curriculum development, academic operations, and partnerships with leading design firms and digital product organizations.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Leadership

  • Lead academic planning, syllabus structuring, and curriculum development for the B.Des UI/UX & Interaction Design program.
  • Mentor faculty and guide students in best practices for UX research, design thinking, interaction design, and product design.
  • Ensure academic delivery meets the highest standards of design education and aligns with industry expectations.

Program Development & Management

  • Establish academic and pedagogical strategies for skill-based, experiential learning.
  • Drive innovation in teaching through integration of new tools (Figma, Adobe XD, AI-based design tools, etc.) and emerging design trends.
  • Organize design juries, workshops, masterclasses, and industry talks.
  • Oversee internship support, placements, and live project collaborations.

Industry and Research Engagement

  • Build partnerships with design agencies, startups, and product companies.
  • Encourage faculty and student-led research in emerging design domains such as service design, design systems, and AI in UX.
  • Facilitate collaborations for events, hackathons, and professional design showcases.

Administrative Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with the Dean and university leadership for academic planning, timetabling, and reporting.
  • Manage the performance of teaching and support staff under the program.
  • Ensure adherence to university quality benchmarks, accreditation frameworks, and documentation standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

Educational Background

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design (preferred specialization in UX/UI, Interaction Design, or related field) from a recognized institute.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, or related industry roles.
  • Prior teaching, mentoring, or academic coordination experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of user research, prototyping, usability testing, and design systems.

Skills and Attributes

  • Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Miro).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Strategic and creative thinker with a collaborative approach.
  • Passionate about design education and mentoring the next generation of designers.

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