Teaching Faculty of Design and Strategic Partnership

Job Summary: The Design Studies Department at the University of Wisconsin is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our faculty team for teaching students in design and design strategy and the department's new initiative for developing strategic partnership with community and industry.
This is an open-rank search, with rank commensurate with the successful candidate's experience.
This is a 9-month, renewable (non-tenure-track) teaching appointment that requires teaching 12 credits or their equivalent during each fall and spring semester, totaling 24 credits per academic year.
Teaching responsibilities of up to 6 credits per semester will be substituted with other administrative duties related to cultivating strategic partnerships with the community and industry (see details below) or other projects aimed at enhancing the undergraduate student experience or the department, as determined by the Department Chair and the Dean of the School of Human Ecology.
Summer appointments with the aforementioned responsibilities will also be considered, along with additional summer teaching opportunities that may become available.
This unique position offers a dynamic opportunity for a talented individual to contribute to both the education of students in capstone and other design-related courses and design outreach initiatives.
The successful candidate will engage with industry partners, fostering collaborations and promoting the department's work, while also teaching and mentoring students in design courses.
Specific tasks include: Teaching Design and Design Strategy: Deliver high-quality instruction in design and design strategy courses at the undergraduate levels.
Develop and conduct engaging lectures, workshops, and studio sessions that foster critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and effective communication within the field of design.
Utilize innovative teaching methods and tools to enrich student learning experiences.
Offer mentorship and guidance to students, providing constructive feedback and support for their design projects and professional growth.
Building Strategic Partnership: Cultivate connections between the department and the broader community through the DesignConnect initiative, offering assistance to capstone courses and overseeing graduate PAs.
Establish the capabilities, successes, and services of DesignConnect within the university community and beyond.
Collaborate with the in-house communication team to craft marketing materials, coordinate events, and produce online content that highlights the impact of the DesignConnect Initiative, attracting potential students, faculty, and industry partners.
This includes cultivating partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and educational institutions.
Engage in professional networks and attend pertinent conferences to elevate the department's visibility and reputation.
Supervision of Undergraduate/Graduate Project Assistants: Supervise and mentor graduate project assistants and undergraduate interns engaged with the DesignConnect initiative.
Assign tasks, provide comprehensive training, and ensure their productivity and professional development.
Offer consistent support and feedback to ensure the successful execution of their designated responsibilities.
Student Mentoring: Offer mentorship to students with a passion for design and design strategy.
Assist students in formulating their career aspirations, guide them in selecting internships, and extracurricular involvements.
Provide valuable resources and unwavering support to facilitate students' academic and professional achievements.
Service and Collaboration: Contribute actively to departmental and institutional service endeavors, which encompass committee involvement and participation in academic gatherings.
Collaborate seamlessly with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
Contribute your expertise and insights to benefit the department, while also engaging in continuous professional development to elevate the effectiveness of teaching and outreach activities.
Responsibilities: Teaching Faculty I (TL025) Teaching Faculty II (TL026) Teaching Faculty III (TL027) Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison.
We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community.
We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
Education: Required Master's Degree Advanced degrees (a minimum level of Masters, M.
Arch or MFA) with at least one undergraduate or graduate degree from environmental design (interior design, architecture, and other allied fields).
Qualifications: We are seeking candidates with extensive professional design experience in the broader field of design to join a dynamic and growing department at a leading university.
The Teaching Faculty rank (I, II, or III) is commensurate with the successful candidate's professional and teaching experience in design, design strategy, or related design industries.
The ideal candidate will have: Minimum Qualifications: - A minimum of three years of professional experience in design, with a strong portfolio showcasing creative and innovative work.
- Evidence of excellence in teaching and student mentoring in higher education, demonstrated through experience as an instructor and/or teaching assistant over a sustained period of time (equivalent to 2 semesters), or equivalent experiences.
- The ability to teach various design courses including, but not limited to, studio, seminar, and lecture courses at undergraduate level.
- Current knowledge on design communication technology and willingness to stay up to date.
- Ability to work effectively and compassionately with a diverse student population to support their learning and personal/professional career development.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain partnerships with industry professionals, organizations, and other stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present and represent the department effectively to various audiences.
- Proficiency in relevant design software and tools.
- Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
- The ability to work effectively within a diverse community, and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment.
- Familiarity with emerging trends and technologies in the field of design.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and design practice.
Preferred qualification - Experience in multidisciplinary collaboration and project-based learning.
- NCIDQ certified or eligible to complete the NCIDQ certification within the first three years of employment.
Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Negotiable ACADEMIC (9 months) Additional Information: DESIGN STUDIES DEPARTMENT: The Design Studies Department currently houses two undergraduate programs (Interior Architecture & Textile and Fashion Design).
A third major is currently underway, which focuses on how design processes offer solutions for society's complex social, economic, political, and cultural challenges.
It also houses a graduate program that offers MFA and Ph.
D.
degrees in the broader field of design and provides instructional support for the Master of Design and Innovation program on campus.
The Interior Architecture program is an internationally recognized program known for its innovative interdisciplinary research and broad-based professional education.
Its mission is to combine research and design practice to improve people's lives through human-centered design within the built environment.
The program prepares students to become independent thinkers by promoting critical reflection on alternative ways of living, to become effective problem-solvers in the field of Interior Architecture, to develop interdisciplinary aptitude for solving pressing issues in contemporary design practices, and to become design leaders as stewards and visionaries of the public realm by fostering socially responsible and collaborative design thinking.
The program is fully accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), with the next accreditation visit scheduled for 2023.
The Design Studies Department provides excellent technology and design resources; these include the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery-Virtual Environment Group (Virtual Environments) as well as campus maker spaces, which provide opportunities to collaborate on teaching and research.
DOROTHY A.
O'BRIEN INNOVATION LAB: The School of Human Ecology (SoHE) Dorothy O'Brien Innovation Lab is a 1,700 square foot, flexible, multipurpose learning space for students.
Its layout is optimized for design thinking strategies, including collaboration, prototyping, and group ideation.
The Dorothy O'Brien Innovation Lab is an important step in SoHE's continued dedication to the process of design thinking for our student body.
By continually building on our most successful practices while nurturing the best new ideas, UW-Madison is developing the next generation of creative problem solvers through our Design Thinking Program.
THE CENTER FOR DESIGN AND MATERIAL CULTURE: The Center for Design and Material Culture is the primary destination for the multi-disciplinary study of material culture and design at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with particular focus on the study of design, material culture, and textiles.
This vision is supported by the rich resources of the Helen Louise Allen Textile Collection, two galleries, the Ruth Davis Gallery and the Lynn Mecklenburg Textile Gallery, and the SoHE Innovation Studio.
SCHOOL OF HUMAN ECOLOGY: The mission of the School of Human Ecology is to understand the complex relationships and interdependence among individuals, groups and families, and to focus on quality-of-life issues through research, creative innovation, education, and outreach.
The School has four academic departments (Civil Society & Community Studies, Consumer Science, Design Studies, and Human Development & Family Studies) with a collective undergraduate enrollment of more than 2,100 students, and 100 graduate students.
See https://humanecology.
wisc.
edu/ How to Apply: To begin the application process, please click the "Apply Now" button to start the application process.
You will be asked to upload the following: 1.
A cover letter summarizing your interest in and relevant experience for this position (max 1 page); 2.
A current CV or resume focusing on education and activities most relevant to this position (max 5 pages); 3.
A teaching statement describing your undergraduate education experience, teaching philosophy, and how your industry experiences will apply to your classroom teaching and student mentoring (max 2 pages), and evidence of effectiveness in undergraduate design education commensurate with rank sought (e.
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, a sample syllabus, copies of course evaluations, peer teaching observations) 4.
Practice/Teaching portfolio that showcase both your and your students' design work and projects (max 20 pages).
5.
Descriptions of outreach projects, detailing your role, the goals of the project, strategies used, and the outcomes achieved.
Applicants will also be asked to provide contact information for three professional references, including a current supervisor, who can speak to their abilities as pertains to this position.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of the candidate.
Contact: Michelle Hamilton mehamilton4@wisc.
edu Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1.
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Official Title: Teaching Faculty I(TL025) or Teaching Faculty II(TL026) or Teaching Faculty III(TL027) Department(s): A27-SCHOOL OF HUMAN ECOLOGY/DESIGN STUDIES Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 288156-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.
We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released.
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