"Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Industrial Design"

The Department of Industrial Design, in the Division of Architecture and Design at Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), invites applications for two full-time faculty appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor-in-Residence, beginning fall 2026. Both positions are one-year appointments.

RISD recognizes principles of social equity, inclusion, and diversity as fundamental to its mission as an art and design school. These principles require sustained attention to a multiplicity of differences and call for an expansion of the forms of knowledge that shape our curricula and pedagogy. RISD is committed to the collective work of institutional transformation and values applicants whose teaching, pedagogical and professional experiences have prepared them to foster and sustain equitable learning environments. We especially welcome faculty whose pedagogy engages diverse perspectives, expands forms of knowledge, and helps foster a culture of belonging where all students, staff, and faculty can thrive.

The department seeks applicants who demonstrate excellence in industrial design and can contribute to RISD's collegial culture and curricular innovation. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who are dedicated to teaching and student development while maintaining an active professional practice. The RISD ID Department guides students to discover their potential through a pedagogy that unifies thinking and making. Applicants should demonstrate the capacity to inspire students to develop unique personal design approaches, advise them on skill-building, and support them in creating highly resolved work from concept to finished object. Candidates should be open to diverse topics, cultures, and methodologies in research and design.

In the 2026-27 academic year, appointed candidates will teach a combination of one-credit, three-credit, and six-credit studios in the undergraduate program. Professors-in-Residence are also responsible for student advising and college and departmental committee service.

Required Qualifications:

• A BFA or BID in Industrial Design or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience teaching at the college or university level as an instructor of record

Preferred Qualifications:

We're seeking candidates with demonstrated strength in several of the following areas:

Design & Visualization:

• Foundational design principles including perspective drawing and spatial reasoning
• Physical model making and tabletop prototyping
• 3D modeling software (Rhino, Fusion 360, and/or SolidWorks)

Materials & Fabrication:

• Hands-on experience with material manipulation and fabrication techniques
• Working knowledge of wood and/or metal materials, their properties, and applications
• Prototyping skills across various mediums
• Experience with 3D printing and digital fabrication tools, including CNC

Process & Communication:

• Understanding of iterative design process from concept through execution
• Strong presentation skills with ability to communicate design intent effectively

We recognize that expertise across all these areas is rare. Candidates with deep knowledge in some areas and familiarity with others are encouraged to apply. We value both breadth of experience and specialized depth.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Industrial Design