Lecturer or Assistant Professor - Foundation Design Department

As a Foundation Faculty member, you will be responsible for shaping the creative journeys of first-year design students by instilling core artistic principles, historical awareness, and critical thinking through studio-based and theoretical learning. Your role will involve teaching foundation-level courses in Art History (Western, Indian, in Global Contexts), Drawing, Painting, Visual Studies, as well as Elements and Principles of Design. Additionally, you will be required to develop and deliver engaging studio-based and lecture-based sessions tailored to first-year students across disciplines such as Fashion, Communication, Interior, Product, etc. Your encouragement of conceptual thinking, material exploration, and contextual understanding in students will be crucial. Key Responsibilities: - Teach foundation-level courses in Art History, Drawing, Painting, and Visual Studies. - Develop and deliver engaging studio-based and lecture-based sessions for first-year students. - Mentor students in developing their visual language, critical thinking, and creative processes. - Assess student work and provide constructive feedback for academic growth. - Collaborate with peers in curriculum development, interdisciplinary projects, exhibitions, and reviews. - Stay updated with contemporary practices, pedagogy, and trends in visual culture and design education. Required Qualifications: - Masters or Bachelors degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Art History, or allied design discipline from a reputed institution. - Minimum 24 years of industry/academic experience for Lecturer, 5-10 years of industry and teaching experience for Assistant Professor. - Strong knowledge of Art History both classical and contemporary, including diverse cultural practices. - Ability to engage with students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs. - Comfortable with both studio-based teaching and digital presentation tools (PowerPoint, Google Slides, Miro, etc.) Desirable Skills: - Interdisciplinary approach to art and design education. - Exposure to design thinking, critical theory, or cultural studies. - Experience in organizing student showcases or collaborative art/design projects. - Strong communication, mentorship, and facilitation skills.,