At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire students in Industrial Design through innovative and engaging methods.
- Company: Join Loughborough University, a top-ranked institution with a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in education.
- Why this job: Shape the future of Industrial Design while working in a collaborative and creative setting.
- Qualifications: Proven teaching experience and strong industrial design skills required.
The predicted salary is between 34540 - 42216 £ per year.
Loughborough University is an amazing place to work. We are ranked top ten in every national league table and hold a global reputation for sporting excellence. With an atmosphere of determination, ambition, and desire to make a difference, our collaborative environment inspires both staff and students to be the very best they can be.
We are seeking an experienced and skilled educator/practitioner to join the School of Design and Creative Arts as a University Teacher in Industrial Design. This is an opportunity to join a thriving design community in the School and help strengthen and contribute to how we move forward in our Industrial Design education. Our approach revolves around a fundamental understanding of design process and studio-based learning. It blends traditional skills with cutting-edge approaches and spans initial ideation, sketching, design research, CAD, prototyping, design for manufacture, sustainability, and inclusivity.
You will be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching and student engagement as well as a high level of industrial design practice skills. You will join a collaborative team and contribute to the creative and intellectual direction of Industrial Design. We welcome applicants working across all areas of Industrial Design and welcome experience and approaches that can support and challenge our students, our curricula, and ways of working. We are looking for the successful applicant to contribute to the future of Industrial Design at Loughborough.
Key Requirements:
- Experience, and evidence of, excellence in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students, with specific and current expertise relevant to industrial design.
- Experience of working in a quality academic research or industrial environment.
- Demonstrate core industrial design skills across the full breadth of the design process.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate an affinity to work as part of a team, to lead as necessary, and to engage and support colleagues.
For full details please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Enquiries should be directed to Rob Tovey, Acting Associate Dean for Education and Student Experience, via email. Interviews will be held mid-end of October 2026.
Our Benefits: At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include: Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days.
Locations
University Teacher - Industrial Design, Loughborough in Quorn, Quorndon employer: Loughborough University
Loughborough University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to numerous growth opportunities while making a meaningful impact on students' lives across the UK. Located in a dynamic academic environment, the university fosters a supportive atmosphere where your passion for higher education can truly thrive.
