Caleres Digital Fabrication Fellowship (Time-limited) - Sam Fox School

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Caleres Digital Fabrication Fellowship at the Sam Fox School is a prestigious opportunity for a driven and innovative individual to engage in advanced research in digital fabrication while contributing to the dynamic community in Weil Hall. The fellowship is designed with a 50/50 focus: 50% dedicated to research and 50% to hands-on involvement in workshops and shop leadership, providing a well-rounded experience at the intersection of technology, design, and education.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Research Responsibilities

• Develop innovative approaches, techniques, and technologies in digital fabrication, expanding the boundaries of current practices.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and external partners to enrich the research environment and foster interdisciplinary connections.
• Create a body of work culminating in an exhibition and/or publication that highlights personal achievements, research findings, and the capabilities of the Caleres digital fabrication lab.
• Deliver an artist/job talk during the fellowship period to share insights, research progress, and aspirations with the Sam Fox community.

Shop Leadership and Oversight

• Lead and organize workshops on digital fabrication, sharing expertise with students, faculty, and staff. This includes leading at least one Fox Fridays Workshop.
• Support a safe shop environment.
• Serve as a dedicated resource for project consultation and troubleshooting equipment, complementing the efforts of student shop monitors.
• Manage CNC Calendar and Monitors for jobs coming in and out of the shop through Box and Web Cashier. Perform CNC Jobs as needed if student assistance is not available.

Interaction with Shop Technician

• The Fellow reports directly to the Shop Technician.
• Works directly alongside Shop Technician to help with maintenance, education and troubleshooting of shop equipment.

Applicant Special Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials via Workday job posting:

• Cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the fellowship.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Portfolio showcasing relevant work in PDF format uploaded to Workday. Include minimum of 10 images with label and description.
• Contact information for three professional references.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MFA, MArch, or equivalent) in a relevant field such as digital fabrication, fine arts, architecture, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in digital fabrication technologies, with a strong portfolio of creative work.
• Experience leading workshops and collaborating in a team-based learning environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• A commitment to advancing technology and innovation in the field of digital fabrication.

Duration:

• This Fellowship is a 12-month commitment.

Fellow Benefits:

• Full-time, exempt staff position paid annual $40,000 (to be paid monthly).
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources at the Sam Fox School.
• A $500 3D printing stipend for materials provided by the university, enabling exploration and experimentation in digital fabrication.
• Eligible for WashU full-time staff benefits.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

Collaborating, Communication, Digital Fabrication, Innovation Development, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Safety Procedures, Teaching, Teamwork