Assistant Professor - Retail Design

Position: Assistant Professor (Retail Design) Department: Retail & Exhibition Design Institute: Institute of Design Experience: 4–6 years (Industry and/or Academic) Location: MIT ADT University, Vishwa Rajbaug, Loni Kalbhor, Pune, Maharashtra, India Employment Type: Full-time About the Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic Retail Design professional with industry experience and a passion for teaching. The ideal candidate should have expertise in retail planning, store design, spatial branding, and customer-centric design solutions. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to teaching, research, industry collaborations, and curriculum development while working alongside experienced faculty. Key Responsibilities: 1) Teaching & Learning • Teach undergraduate studio courses in Retail Design, Exhibition Design, Spatial Design, and Store Planning. • Guide students through research, concept development, design detailing, and presentation. • Mentor students in live projects, internships, and portfolio development. Curriculum Development • Assist in developing and updating curriculum based on industry trends. • Integrate emerging technologies such as AI, AR/VR, digital retail, and sustainable design into teaching. 2) Research & Industry Engagement • Participate in research projects and publish academic papers or case studies. • Coordinate industry visits, workshops, guest lectures, and collaborative projects. • Build relationships with retail brands and design consultancies. 3) Academic Administration • Support admissions, assessments, exhibitions, and departmental activities. • Assist in NAAC/IQAC documentation, accreditation activities, data management, and quality assurance initiatives. • Participate in outreach, student mentoring, and institutional development. Required Qualifications: • Master's degree in Retail Design, Interior Design, Architecture, Exhibition Design, Spatial Design, Industrial Design, or related disciplines. • Minimum 4–6 years of relevant industry and/or academic experience. • Strong portfolio showcasing retail environments, commercial interiors, or experiential design projects. Preferred Skills: • Retail Planning • Store Design • Exhibition Design • Customer Experience Design • Retail Strategy • Design Research • Sustainable Design • AI and Digital Design Tools • Excellent communication and mentoring abilities Software Proficiency • AutoCAD • SketchUp • Rhino / Revit (preferred) • Adobe Creative Suite • Lumion / Twin motion / Escape (preferred) • Microsoft Office How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their updated resume / CV to with Subject Line: Application for Assistant Professor - Retail Design