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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Cornell University Lecturer/Director for the Digital Design and Fabrication Studio (DDFS) Are you enthusiastic about design, education and emerging
technologies? Join our team! The Cornell University Department of Human
Centered Design in the College of Human Ecology is seeking a Lecturer/Director
for the Digital Design and Fabrication Studio (DDFS).
Faculty and students of the Department of Human Centered Design
integrate analog and digital knowledge, tools, methods and creative processes
to address real-world challenges. They conceptualize, prototype and evaluate
products and processes that enhance human potential, wellbeing and community.
The successful candidate will serve as the instructor of record
and provide design instruction in both workshop and classroom settings and
will assist faculty in developing materials and resources for courses. They
will teach classes on basic tools and functions of computer aided design
software, help students master creative drawing skills and understand various
modes of communicating design ideas and presenting them. They will also lead
the Digital Design and Fabrication Studio and develop and implement its
strategic direction to include innovation maker space. They will oversee
and facilitate studio operations and activities including: developing and
delivering instruction and training on studio tools (hand tools, power tools,
computer-controlled cutter, printers and other devices), studio-related
software and safety workshops, engaging faculty across the university, ensuring
that student educational goals are met, managing the unit budget, and
supervising studio staff.
We are looking for a candidate enthusiastic about mentoring
students with budding design interests, who is motivated about working
collaboratively with fellow design specialists across campus to create an
environment that fosters ideas and experimentation. The successful
candidate will be highly motivated with experience managing a cross-functional
team, excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated
experience with design and fabrication practices. Experience in higher ed is
helpful.
The
position is a full-time, 12-month benefits-eligible, non-tenure track academic
professional. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Cornell University provides a generous benefits package, including vacation,
health and personal leave, educational benefits, group health, dental, vision
and life insurance, and retirement benefits.
This is a 3 year term with the possibility of renewal.
Qualifications: - Master’s Degree
in design and/or product development, architecture, engineering or related
fields.
- Minimum 5
years’ experience in a technical/teaching role, studio experience helpful.
- Must have
experience working with students, including teaching, advising, and mentoring.
- Experience with
technologies and software used in maker-space environments.
- Ability to
teach and mentor students working with Physical Computing for interaction
design. Arduino microprocessor board
experience is helpful.
- Understanding
of mechanical concept development and design, rapid prototyping (e.g., 3D
printers, laser cutters, etc.) and advanced manufacturing processes.
- Experience with
equipment commonly used in wood and light metal shop environments (e.g., band
saws, scroll saws, sanders, table saw, joiner, shaper, planer, CNC, with grinders, sanders, bending, and cutting tools for light and small
metal stock).
- Advanced
understanding of safety requirements and training programs.
- Excellent oral
and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. |
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