"Lecturer of Industrial Design"

Lecturer of Industrial Design

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn, Alabama

Category: Industrial Design

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: P2241F

Job Description Summary

The School of Industrial and Graphic Design (SIGD) at Auburn University invites candidates to apply for a non-tenure track Lecturer position. This is a full-time position to commence in August 2026 with a three-year term and the possibility of a multi-year extension.

The successful candidate should possess a strong ability to teach freshman-level lecturer courses. Candidates need to be versed in communicating elements of design foundations, design as a human-centered practice, design in how it impacts user experience, and design as it relates to sustainability. The following skills are desirable when teaching more specialized industrial design major lecture-based courses:

• The ability to teach Orthographic and Perspective sketching methods
• The ability to teach SolidWorks or similar 3D parametric modeling software
• The ability to employ 3D printing, CNC milling, resin casting, and electroplating processes to assist in the creation of high-fidelity prototypes for existing studio classes and/or in support of annual SIGD events such as the annual student show "Kaleidoscope"

Responsibilities of the appointment are as follows: 95% teaching and 5% service. The teaching load consists of four lecture courses (12 credit hours total) per semester.

About the Industrial Design Programs (B.IND and M.IND) at Auburn

The School of Industrial and Graphic Design is housed within the College of Architecture, Design and Construction. Begun in 1945 and reestablished on the Ulm model in the 1960s, Industrial Design at Auburn was one of the first established and earliest National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) accredited programs in the nation. The studio-based curriculum focuses on teaching systematic approaches in the application of human-centered design. Today, faculty in SIGD form a cohesive body that fosters a close-knit relationship with students through hands-on collaborative projects. Balancing human needs, technical realities, and business intent, collaboration with industry partners has become a key component of the academic experience at Auburn. For the past two decades, the program has enjoyed success with industry collaborators that include: 3M, Aptar, HP, Smucker's, PlayCore, NASA, Emerson Tool Company, Microsoft, and Gibson Guitar. As a result, Auburn's Industrial Design Graduate and Undergraduate programs have consistently ranked within the top 10 nationally.

For more information about the School of Industrial and Graphic Design, please visit: https://cadc.auburn.edu/design/

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Masters Degree in Industrial Design, or an equivalent terminal degree in a closely related field from an accredited institution at the time employment begins.

Desired Qualifications

Previous teaching experience in post-secondary education and/or professional practice experience is desired. Recent M.F.A. graduates are encouraged to apply. The INDD program is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the academic community's range of educational and collaborative experiences. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

How to Apply
Applications to the position should include:

1. A letter of interest summarizing an area of teaching specialization.
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. A statement of teaching philosophy.
4. Three professional references including name, address, phone number, and e-mail address.
5. A PDF/web link portfolio with examples of professional or creative work or research.
6. A PDF/web link with samples of student work and course syllabi (if available).

Apply online at the following URL: https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56442

Any communication about this position should be sent to:

Industrial Design Faculty Search Committee
School of Industrial and Graphic Design
207 Wallace Hall
Auburn University
Auburn, AL 36849

Or email Benjamin Bush, Search Committee Chair at bbush@auburn.edu

Review of applications shall begin January 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The candidate selected for this position must meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time this position is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.

Salary Range: 60,000-65,000

Open Until Filled: Yes

References required for this position?: Yes

If yes, minimum number requested: 3