Professor: Design and Technology and Director of Digital Research Lab

The opportunity

Join the forefront of innovation at the London College of Fashion as the Professor: Design and Technology and Director of Digital Research Lab. This exciting role offers the opportunity to play a pivotal part in shaping the future of digital fashion design technology. Step into a leadership role and develop the Digital Research Lab, where you'll have the opportunity to direct, guide, and support cutting-edge research initiatives in the fields of wearable tech, 3D product development, digital twins, digital manufacturing, data analytics, and immersive technologies.

Take charge and help develop the University of the Arts London's (UAL) research objectives. With your experience in building international academic and industry partnerships, you'll have the opportunity to continue expanding the lab's impact and visibility.

Collaborate with the Dean of the School of Design and Technology to steer the development of a dynamic portfolio of research in digital fashion technologies. Work closely with internal and external communities and industry partners to apply cutting-edge design technologies and make an impact. With the responsibility of directing the research efforts of all academic staff and research degree students within the lab, you'll have the chance to bridge the gap between University interests and emerging academic and industry partnerships.

In addition to your teaching and research duties, you'll also be at the forefront of securing funding through the initiation, planning, and direction of external funding bids. Take your career to the next level and become a catalyst for change in the exciting field of digital fashion design technology.

About you

With a recognised international research profile, you will be considered a leader in your field of study, with evidence of your contributions to the professional practice/research of your specialism. To compound this, you will maintain a strong academic background, educated to PhD level in the areas of either design, technology, arts, social sciences or STEM related disciplines. 

You will be a capable leader with the ability to motivate and enthuse others, possessing demonstrable experience of managing a research community, utilising innovative approaches to facilitate learning and research. With an extensive professional background working at a senior level, you will be capable of developing and writing research proposals and funding bids, demonstrating a proven record in acquiring significant external funding.

What we offer

We are UAL

University of the Arts London is the world’s second University for Art and Design in the QS World University Rankings® 2021. Our diverse and talented community comprises over 5,000 academic, professional, and technical staff. Together we are committed to social purpose. This includes creating a better and more sustainable world and championing race equality.  

We offer highly creative working environments that inspire staff across all areas to fulfil their potential and continuous training to further develop their skills and expertise. We also offer hybrid and flexible working practices, and excellent staff benefits to improve your work life balance.

London College of Fashion is extremely proud to be a global leader in fashion education, research and consultancy. Much of its success is down to its dedicated employees, and you will play an important role in shaping future creative professionals, and impact on the future of so many creative industries. 

London College of Fashion, UAL is undertaking an unprecedented programme of change.  In 2023 we will be consolidating our existing six sites into a new purpose built campus as part of a new education and cultural district on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.  Ahead of this move, we welcome applications from candidates who live in and around East London, as well as from those keen to join us on this exciting and unique opportunity in our College’s history. 

If you have any queries about this role, please contact the recruiting manager Mr John Lau at j.lau@fashion.arts.ac.uk

If you have any queries about the application process or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact  the Resourcing Team at vacancies@fashion.arts.ac.uk   phone: 020 7514 7409 / 07730 900321 

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