- Do you hold a completed PhD or Master’s degree in Industrial Design?
- Are you passionate about teaching Industrial Design and open to a position based in China?
- Do you have strong communication skills and a proven track record in teaching and research?
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Pūkenga - Lecturer in Industrial Design to join the exciting, new Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University joint educational partnership in Zhengzhou, China, on a permanent, full-time basis. This role is based in China full-time. Teaching is to be conducted in English.
Key responsibilities:
- Academically rigorous teaching across undergraduate level.
- Contribution to the collegial development of the programme, School, and Faculty.
- On-going research activity.
This is a permanent role with flexibility to consider fixed-term appointments.
Ō pūmanawa - About you
You will be passionate about teaching industrial design in a contemporary international context to a diverse range of Chinese students and appreciate the importance of teaching and learning best practice. You will have excellent oral and written communication skills in English as well as excellent interpersonal skills. You will ideally have demonstrated expertise in teaching and research or the practice of digital fabrication and industrial design history. The successful candidate will preferably have a PhD, but must have a Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline.
This position is one of the first appointments being made to this joint institute, where the appointees will be based in China. Candidates will be expected to show leadership and collegiality in developing academic programmes.
Key requirements:
- A completed PhD, or at least Master’s degree, in Industrial Design.
- Demonstrated evidence of a high standard of teaching in a relevant field at tertiary level.
- Ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team
Take this exciting opportunity to join us in developing and expanding this new joint educational institute, the Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University, where the creative powerhouses of Te Herenga Waka and Zhengzhou University unite. As a Lecturer in Design, you’ll help shape a pioneering curriculum, mentor the next generation of visionary designers, and contribute to a vibrant academic community that thrives on creativity and cross-cultural exchange. Engage with dynamic projects, harness cutting-edge technology, and join a community where your educational and research visions become impactful realities.
Close date for vacancy: 15 September 2025.
Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Andre Brown ( [email protected] ) or Leon Gurevitch ( [email protected] ).
Applicants must be eligible to work in China. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.
