Head of Department
1 day ago
Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a visionary and experienced leader to serve as the Head of Department for Product Design. This role is responsible for the overall strategic direction, academic excellence, faculty development, and operational management of the Product Design program. The H.O.D. must bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world industrial practice, ensuring the curriculum produces highly competent, industry-ready designers. Key Responsibilities 1. Academic Leadership & Strategy - Curriculum Development: Lead the design, review, and continuous update of the Product Design curriculum (covering Industrial Design, UI/UX, Design Thinking, Prototyping, and CAD/FEA), ensuring alignment with global standards and emerging industry trends. - Program Vision: Define and articulate the long-term strategic vision for the department, focusing on areas of specialization, research, and innovation. - Accreditation & Quality: Ensure all academic programs meet institutional, national, and international quality and accreditation standards. 2. Faculty Management & Development - Hiring & Mentorship: Lead the hiring, training, and performance evaluation of full-time and adjunct teaching staff. - Professional Growth: Mentor faculty in teaching methodologies, research activities, and professional practice to enhance the department's profile. - Workload Management: Oversee faculty workload, course allocation, and scheduling to ensure effective departmental functioning. 3. Industry Engagement & Research - Build Industry Connections: Establish and maintain robust partnerships with design studios, manufacturing firms, technology companies, and start-ups for student internships, placements, and collaborative projects. - Applied Research: Foster a culture of research and innovation, encouraging faculty and student participation in live projects, grants, and patent applications related to product design and manufacturing. - Resource Management: Oversee the procurement, maintenance, and optimization of design studios, workshops, and high-tech labs (e.g., 3D printing, CNC, VR/AR equipment). 4. Administrative & Operational Oversight - Budget Management: Manage the departmental budget, allocating resources efficiently for faculty, equipment, materials, and professional development. - Student Success: Monitor student academic performance, oversee admissions processes, and address student grievances. - End-to-End Functioning: Be responsible for the end-to-end functioning of the department, including all administrative, operational, and reporting duties to the senior management. Required Qualifications - Education: A Master's degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Industrial Design, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering (with a design focus), or a closely related field. - Experience: Minimum 8-10 years of combined experience in senior professional design roles (e.g., Design Director, Principal Designer) and academic administration/teaching. - Knowledge: Deep expertise in the full product development lifecycle, from concept to commercialization, including manufacturing processes and material science. - Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
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