Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Creativity & Art

About the role

ShanghaiTech University is building the School of Creativity and Art and seeks highly qualified scholars to join its core founding team as tenure‑track or tenured faculty. The positions cover a broad spectrum of creative and artistic research, from interactive and entertainment design to AI‑driven additive manufacturing.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and lead independent research programs in one or more areas of creativity and art.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise student projects, and mentor junior researchers.
• Contribute to curriculum design and departmental service, including participation in hiring and review committees.
• Secure external funding and collaborate with industry partners to advance applied research.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Design, Interactive Digital Art, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Arts, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated strong research productivity and high potential for future scholarly impact.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary teaching and research in creativity‑focused fields.

Required skills

• Expertise in at least one of the following research areas: interactive design, entertainment design, industrial design, mobility design, product design, screenwriting, design thinking, artificial intelligence, additive manufacturing.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and startup research funds commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including on‑campus housing for faculty and eligible dependents.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a supportive international academic environment.