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The primary goal of this mapping project is to create a qualitative mapping of current design courses, units, and initiatives focused on Design Education for Social Change at Cumulus member institutions in order to foster knowledge sharing and collaborations at global level. The secondary goal of this project is to identify key members from the Cumulus community who potentially would like to be involved in this working group.

The survey form is available here. The form and information is handled by the group’s coordinators.
We are looking forward to receiving responses to this form until April 14.

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Remotely employment (online)

Project goals:

• Development of a Vocational Program: in the field of Pottery & Ceramics Crafts.
• High quality Educational Content Building

Estimated project kick-off: March 2024

Estimated Vocational Program launch: November 2024

Vocational Program duration: 6-9 months.

Role & responsibilities of Academic Expert on this project:

Academic Advising:

• Providing expertise in academic specialization areas, including the latest research and developments.
• Analyzing global educational trends and integrating them into program design.
• Contributing to the identification of the program’s general and specific objectives from a local perspective through collaboration with stakeholders from the institute.
• Contributing to providing inputs based on best practices.

Design and Build the Programs:

• Contributing to the development of educational content, including topics, lesson plans, and other educational materials in a clear manner based on local and international standards.
• Designing and planning curricula, with an emphasis on the interconnection between different subjects and ensuring their logical and effective presentation for learning.
• Contributing to the integration of innovative teaching methods and modern educational technologies based on recent studies and methods in education.
• Developing and formulating precise and comprehensive descriptions for each course, including objectives, learning outcomes, and assessment.
• Identifying training needs and required resources for the courses.

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MATERIALS DESIGN AND INNOVATION 

Faculty of Creative Studies 

School of Engineering, Science, and Technology 

School of Management 

UNIVERSIDAD DEL ROSARIO, COLOMBIA 

Universidad del Rosario 

• Founded 370 years ago. 
• High-Quality Institutional Accreditation (CNA) for 8 years. 
• Institutional Accreditation by the European Quality Assurance Agency (EQAA). 
• Recognized as a Family-Responsible Entity (EFR). 
• Ranked #1 in Colombia, #3 in Latin America, and #28 in the world by the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2022. 
• Ranked #4 in Colombia according to Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2021. 
• Located in the top 10% of the best universities in Latin America in the QS Latin America Ranking 2023. 

The Universidad del Rosario, founded in 1653, is one of the oldest and most prestigious academic institutions in Colombia. It has played a prominent role in the economic, political, social, and cultural development of the country. It has become a leader in Colombian history and a cradle of national critical thinking. The Universidad del Rosario adapts to the challenges of a constantly changing society and globalization, offering innovative learning processes. It has ten faculties and schools: 

1. Economics 

1. Law 

1. Creative Studies 

1. Natural Sciences 

1. International, Political, and Urban Studies 

1. Medicine and Health Sciences 

1. Management 

1. Humanities 

1. Engineering, Science, and Technology 

1. Entrepreneurship 

Call for Applications 

This call is aimed at individuals with professional experience and dedication to teaching in the field of materials design and innovation. We are seeking an individual active in creation, research+creation, and/or research, with leadership skills, an interdisciplinary approach, and the ability to address challenges that require creative knowledge at the intersection of design, engineering, and business innovation. The candidate will be able to collaborate and innovate with the industry, exploring materials and processes for material utilization, recycling, and circular economy. Additionally, the ability to work with natural, regenerative, and healthy materials is valued, as well as the application of craft approaches, contributing to innovation from tradition to support the productive sector from the uniqueness of the Colombian context. 

Position to be Filled 

We are looking for 1 Full-time Career Professor for the Universidad del Rosario and for the area of Materials Design and Innovation (MDI), a cross-cutting knowledge area of the Faculty of Creative Studies, the School of Management, and the School of Engineering, Science, and Technology. The teacher will be hired on an indefinite-term contract in the category: Principal Career Professor2 according to evaluation and defined guidelines. 

Minimum Requirements 

• Undergraduate degree (design, engineering, architecture, management, or art) 
• Master’s degree in areas related to the call (material design, material science, material engineering, bioengineering, biomaterials, design engineering, industrial design, architecture, management, or art) 
• Ph.D. in related areas desirable 
• Minimum five (5) years of certified work experience in MDI or related disciplinary areas 
• Minimum two (2) years of certified teaching experience in MDI or related disciplinary areas 
• Demonstrable competencies and production in creation, research+creation, and/or research in MDI or related disciplinary areas 
• Proficiency in English or second language at B2 level, certifiable. See: https://urosario.edu.co/vida-academica/idiomas 
• Demonstrate through a digital portfolio; publications, products, processes, or research projects, research+creation or creation, evidencing academic and professional mastery in MDI or related disciplinary areas. 

Job Functions 

• Direct a postgraduate program in the MDI area 
• Coordinate postgraduate program activities in the MDI area 
• Plan and develop courses in the MDI area 
• Develop creation projects, research+creation, and/or research in MDI 
• Work on university projects and consultancies 
• Build relationships with the public and private sectors 
• Develop industry engagement activities, both nationally and internationally 
• Other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor. 

Deliverables 

1. Detailed resume 

1. Compiled in PDF format (maximum size 10 MB) of obtained titles 

1. Portfolio in PDF format (maximum size 10 MB) containing creation projects and/or products, research+creation, and/or research in MDI. It is important to specify in the portfolio the applicant’s participation in the development of each evidenced product. 

1. Evidence supporting five (5) years of work experience in one or more of the disciplinary areas of the call 

1. Certificate demonstrating English proficiency or second language at B2 level 

1. Link to an instructional video on YOUTUBE or VIMEO, maximum duration 5 minutes, in which the applicant for the position explains the process followed and the lessons learned when developing a professional project, research, or creation of their own or in which they participated associated with innovation and design with materials. The YOUTUBE or VIMEO video link must be inserted at the beginning of the resume. 

Selection Process and Criteria 

The call consists of two stages with evaluations of resumes, portfolios, and tutorial videos. A minimum score of 80% is required in the first stage to proceed to the second stage, which includes interviews. 

Call Dates 

• From February 09 to March 15, 2024: Call and applications. 
• From April 01 to April 19, 2024: Evaluation and interviews. 
• April-June 2024: Notification. 
• Hiring from July 2024. 

Email address for sending all complete deliverables: 

Angélica Güiza 

angelica.guiza@urosario.edu.co 

Please DO NOT apply if you do not meet the minimum academic requirements of undergraduate and master’s degrees and ALL the requirements and deliverables established in this call. 

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Professor for Design of digital spaces and Extended Reality (W3)

The Multimedia|VR Design (BA) and Multimedia Design (MA) degree programmes deal with the conception and design of multimedia, interactive content and experiences that involve all the senses and are simultaneously sensual and sensible. They investigate and design the diverse contact areas and varieties between physical and virtual reality.

We are looking for an established figure with outstanding skills in the field of the conception, design and realization of multimedia applications with a special focus on digital space and its overlap with physical space.

The job involves teaching fundamental principles of 3D visualization and design for multimedia applications and staging, using current technologies. The design of immersive spatial experience, interaction and communication in digital space as well as in its intersection with physical space is a core competency of the incumbent. The field of digital spaces and augmented realities is to be explored in a variety of contexts, both as a discipline in its own right and as a discipline that cuts across media in the multiple forms of multimedia storytelling. Prerequisites include a deep understanding and reflection of the cultural, sociological, and psychological implications, as well as a creative-artistic approach to digital technologies.

Profile:
– Completed university degree.
– At least five years of experience in the conception, design and realization of multimedia applications with a particular focus on digital space and its intersection with physical space.
– Ability to identify relevant topics, condense and prepare complex contexts and processes, and translate them into independent and high-quality design projects.
– In-depth knowledge of contemporary 3D technologies (e.g. 3D visualization, design and content creation, 3D game engines and/or real-time performance tools).
– Design/artistic work experience in areas such as: Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality, multimedia applications for desktop computers, mobile devices, games consoles, interactive installations, exhibition design.
– Openness and willingness to experiment with current technological developments in order to critically explore and apply them to teaching.
– Interest in addressing issues of sustainability and social transformation processes in order to actively develop the field of Multimedia|VR Design and Multimedia Design studies.

The incumbent will teach in all academic years and supervise projects and theses in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes. The ability and willingness also to teach in English is desired. In addition, on-site presence, conception and implementation of research projects, and dedicated participation in academic self-governance are expected.

In addition to fulfilling the appointment requirements according to § 35 HSG LSA, an affinity for topics dealt with at a university of the arts, related to their own biography, is desired.
Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle is committed to a non-discriminatory hiring policy and values equal opportunities and diversity. It strives to increase the proportion of women and strongly encourages women to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons or those treated as such will be given preference in cases of equal qualifications and aptitudes.

The professorship can be held for a limited or unlimited period of up to five years. The decision on this is made during the appointment procedure. The decisive criteria for the decision are the structural planning of the university as well as the profile of the applicant. If the professorship is limited in time, the possibility of an unlimited appointment will be examined before the end of the limited term. The salary will be determined in accordance with legal and budgetary requirements.
Applications should specify the position, include the usual documents (curriculum vitae, description of artistic/professional career, portfolio of work samples, copies of credentials etc.) and be sent digital (PDF documents no bigger than 100 MB) by 22.02.2024 to:
Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle
Rektorat, Ausschreibung Professur Design digitaler Räume und Extended Reality
Neuwerk 7
06108 Halle (Saale)
ausschreibung.extendedreality@burg-halle.de

Further Information about the university at www.burg-halle.de.

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The session tries to focus on questions about design, strategy, and leadership: How design has become a strategic matter of management for companies which thinks about their future.

We are talking about economy, technology, sense at the era of societal responsibility and the emergence of Artificial Intelligence which will disrupt the human-machine relationship.
What are the responsibilities of design and designers, what are the responsibilities of design education?

What we educators may understand and really mean, when speaking about and introducing professional life in the curriculum. What kind of outcomes there might be?
We will hear three presentations ranging from an intro to an association serving industry, examples of industrial design education rallying with companies and a kick into what is up by design management.

Speakers
1. Hu Zhiwei, CEO of China Building Decoration Association
An insight, how an association can activate design in building construction and beyond.
2. Hu Hanhua, Professor at Design Department at CAFA Design Department –
Examples of collaboration with companies during the course work with design students.
3. Cai Jun, Professor at Design Department of Tsinghua University –

How Design Strategy and Management is inspiring innovation by the students.

Chair
Executive Director Christian Guellerin at L´École de Design Nantes Atlantique France, Cumulus Honorary President.

Motto for any inspiration for the discussion during the session: “The entrepreneurial mindset of the designer is a central concern of training institutions. An idea is worth nothing, even the most desirable one, if it is not tested by the markets and/or society in general. It is not a question of turning all designers into company managers, as the latter have specific skills that not all possess. But it is about multiplying interactions, sharing with companies, and in particular start-ups, whose model of creation, agile decision making, and simple hierarchical structures make projections to strategic and project management levels possible.”
https://christianguellerin.lecolededesign.com/en/blog-en/

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Professorship of Product Design with a focus on sustainability (W2)

The tasks of the professorship include

Teaching design skills in product and process design with a special focus on current knowledge, concepts and methods of sustainable design in analog and digital contexts.
Practice-oriented design projects as the focus of teaching activities. It is expected that these projects are often also planned and carried out in cooperation with industrial companies, service providers or other institutions.
Holistic view of sustainability with strategies of efficiency, consistency and sufficiency of products, product-service-systems and new forms of consumption.
Further development of the field, especially with regard to connection possibilities to other fields represented in product development and cross-curricular courses.

Qualification Profile

Practical experience in working with analog and digital design contexts and objects
Expertise in the broader field of sustainability (see “Tasks”)
Adeptness in quantitative and qualitative methods for assessing sustainability factors
Knowledge of relevant legal and policy frameworks, agreements, standards, and certifications
Ability to critically reflect on current discourses on the future development of the addressed topics
Experience in interdisciplinary cooperation

You will provide coursework and project supervision with a focus on the Product Design program as well as the other BA and MA programs.
You are expected to perform the usual tasks in university self-administration as well as to participate in the further development of the university and the implementation of applied research and transfer projects as well as in the new construction of laboratories, workshops and other infrastructure related to teaching content.

The hiring requirements are based on Section 47 (1) of the Baden-Württemberg State Higher Education Act. Proof of a completed university degree, excellent subject-related performance and pedagogical aptitude as well as at least five years of successful professional practice, of which at least three years must be outside the university sector. Sufficient knowledge of German and English to conduct courses is expected.

As a rule, the position is a probationary civil servant. The prospect of subsequent employment as a civil servant for life is held out. The university aims to increase the proportion of women in teaching and research and therefore expressly invites qualified women to apply. Severely disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable.

Applications must be submitted via the university’s central job portal (www.hfg-gmuend.de) by November 30, 2023 at the latest. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Susanne Wötzel (susanne.woetzel@hfg-gmuend.de).

Learn more at https://recruitingapp-5454.de.umantis.com/Vacancies/297/Description/1.

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We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals who can develop high-impact design research, inspire students in the various design disciplines, and demonstrate leadership through faculty service. Successful candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise student projects, engage in scholarly research, and contribute to the ongoing development of the design curriculum and school management.

The positions are full-time, tenure-track appointments, and the rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and individuals with diverse backgrounds.

About IE University and the IE School of Architecture and Design
IE University is a leading international English-Language institution committed to developing, nurturing, and deploying the power of human creativity to shape a more sustainable, more just, and more beautiful world.

Founded in 1973, IE University has become a reference for innovation and impact in higher global education. With an international network of more than 60,000 alumni, and over 140 nationalities represented on our twin campuses, we offer 47 master’s degree programs and 19 Bachelor and Dual degree programs, in addition to an array of lifelong learning programs. Through innovative programs and high-impact research, the School of Architecture and Design prepares future leaders and expand knowledge in design and the creative industries. Our faculty and students represent over 80 nationalities, across a range of graduate and undergraduate programs including Architecture, Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design, Real Estate Development, and Design Management.

Located in the vibrant cities of Segovia and Madrid, Spain, the school offers a stimulating academic environment that combines rigorous hands-on design research with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship and a global perspective. Visit https://www.ie.edu/school-architecture-design/ for more information about the IE School of Architecture and Design.

Qualification

• A Ph.D. in a relevant design field or an advanced stage in the process of obtaining a Ph.D.
• Demonstrated expertise and professional experience in the specific discipline.
• A strong record of research and scholarly publications in the respective discipline.
• Proven teaching experience at the university level, including course development and student mentorship.
• Active engagement in professional networks and associations related to the discipline.
• Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in Spanish is desirable, but not required.
  Application Instructions Interested candidates are invited to create a dossier at Interfolio to submit the following application materials by November 1, 2023.
• Cover letter outlining their research, teaching philosophy, and areas of expertise.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and courses taught.
• Names and contact information of three references.
• Portfolio of creative work (if applicable).

To apply go to: http://apply.interfolio.com/127306
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further information and interviews. IE University is strongly committed to non-discriminatory hiring practices and encourages applications from individuals who will further expand the diversity of our faculty.

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La Universidad del Rosario

• Founded 370 years ago.
• Holds Institutional Accreditation of High Quality (CNA) for 8 years.
• Institutional Accreditation by the European Quality Assurance Agency (EQAA).
• Recognized as a Family-Responsible Entity (EFR).
• Ranked #1 in Colombia, #3 in Latin America, and #28 globally by the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2022.
• Ranked #4 in Colombia according to Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2021.
• Positioned in the top 10% of the best universities in Latin America in the QS Latin America Ranking 2023.

The Universidad del Rosario, established in 1653, stands as one of Colombia’s oldest and most prestigious academic institutions. It has played a pivotal role in the country’s economic, political, social, and cultural development, earning its status as a national leader and a cradle of critical thought. The Universidad del Rosario remains adaptable to the challenges of an ever-changing and globalizing society, offering innovative learning processes. It houses nine faculties and schools:

1. Economics
2. Law
3. Creative Studies
4. Natural Sciences
5. International, Political, and Urban Studies
6. Medicine and Health Sciences
7. Administration
8. Humanities
9. Engineering, Science, and Technology

The Faculty of Creative Studies

The Faculty of Creative Studies, FaCrea, has been offering interdisciplinary and comprehensive education since 2020, aimed at nurturing professionals with creative and innovative perspectives. It is a talented and passionate community that integrates architecture, the arts, design, musical theater, creative and cultural industries, crafts, and artisanal knowledge into a singular educational and experiential journey.

The Faculty offers five undergraduate programs: (1) Arts with minors in Visual Arts, Digital Arts, and Performing Arts; (2) Architecture with minors in Sustainable Architecture, Ephemeral Architecture, and Urban and Regional Design. (3) Design with minors in Industrial Design, Visual Communication, Fashion and Textile Design, and Animation and Video Game Design. (4) Musical Theater with immersive studies in Performance, Pedagogy, and Production. (5) Creative Studies with a minor degree in Creative Industries, and encompassing all of the above minors.

Additionally, the Faculty boasts a successful musical theater production company known as MISI Production Company, a musical theater school for kids and teens named MISI Musical Theater School, a creative school for all ages known as MISI Creative Workshop, and a consulting center in creative and cultural industries called Creative Factory.

For more information about our Faculty and its programs, please download and consult:

https://urosario.edu.co/static/Facultad-de-Creacion/Creacion/

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dvMHqOVtUbtMgRx3YAEa_y1knXm1IwGF/view?usp=sharing

 Call for Applications

This call seeks creative individuals with a professional trajectory and a passion for teaching, actively engaged in creative practice, research+creation, and/or research, with interdisciplinary interests, and the ability to tackle situations that require a synthesis of creative knowledge across the fields of arts, architecture, design, and creative industries, utilizing increasingly recursive and innovative methodologies and experiences.

Positions Available

We are seeking 5 Full-time Faculty members for the Faculty of Creation in the following areas:

1. History and Theory of Art, Architecture, and Design
2. Visual Communication
3. Fashion Design
4. Experience and Service Design
5. Computational Design
6. Interactive Design
7. Musical Theater
8. Performing Arts
9. Acting
10. Technique and Technologies in Architecture
11. Digital Media and Fabrication in Architecture
12. Social and Participatory Architecture

The faculty members will be appointed under an indefinite-term contract in one of the following categories: Principal Career Professor[1] (2 positions), Associate Professor[2] (1 position), or Teaching Professor[3] (2 positions), based on evaluation and established guidelines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Undergraduate and Master’s Degree in the Relevant Areas
• Desirable: PhD in related fields (PhD is a requirement for the area of History and Theory of Art, Architecture, and Design).
• Minimum of five (5) years of certified work experience in the relevant areas.
• Minimum of one (1) year of certified teaching experience in the relevant areas.
• Proficiency in English or a second language at a certifiable B2 level (required for the position of Career Professor).
• Demonstration of academic and professional expertise in one of the disciplinary areas of the recruitment through a digital portfolio, including publications, products, processes, or research and creative projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct courses within the Faculty.
• Undertake creative projects, research+creation, and/or research activities.
• Serve as a mentor to undergraduate students.
• Participate in educational projects.
• Collaborate on Faculty projects and consultancies.
• Foster relationships with the public and private sectors.
• Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Required Application Materials:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Compiled PDF (maximum size 10 MB) of academic degrees obtained
• Portfolio in PDF format (maximum size 10 MB) containing products or processes demonstrating expertise in one or more of the recruitment areas. It is important to specify the applicant’s contribution to each of the showcased products.
• Documentation supporting a minimum of five (5) years of work experience in one or more of the recruitment areas.
• Link to an instructional video on YouTube or Vimeo, lasting no more than 5 minutes, in which the applicant explains the process and insights gained during the development of a professional, research, or creative project of their own or in which they participated, related to the disciplinary areas of the recruitment. The YouTube or Vimeo video link should be inserted at the beginning of the CV.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of two stages, involving the assessment of resumes, portfolios, and the tutorial video. A minimum score of 80% in the first stage is required to proceed to the second stage, which includes interviews.

Recruitment Timeline

• September 11th to October 20th, 2023: Announcement and Applications.
• October 23rd to November 10th, 2023: Evaluation and Interviews.
• November-December 2023: Notification.
• Appointment starting in January 2024.

Email Address for Submission of All Required Materials:

Angélica Güiza

angelica.guiza@urosario.edu.co

Please refrain from applying if you do not meet the minimum academic qualifications, which include a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree (a Ph.D. is required for the area of History and Theory of Art, Architecture, and Design), and if you do not meet the requirements established in this announcement.

[1] Career Professors hold a full-time and exclusive academic dedication, appointed based on their academic merits, to carry out responsibilities specific to their position, in accordance with the statutes and regulations. They must demonstrate proficiency in a second language, as per the current regulations.

[2] Associate Professors are highly esteemed professionals known for their significant contributions in their respective fields, seeking a full-time relationship with the University due to mutual academic interest. Current regulations do not impose basic language requirements.

[3] Teaching Professors are highly qualified professionals with expertise and demonstrated excellence in both direct and indirect teaching activities. Current regulations do not stipulate basic language requirements, but proficiency may be assessed using the faculty ranking criteria.

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