Director of the School of Design and Professor in Industrial or Interior Design at the University of Montreal – Canada

Summary

The Faculty of Environmental Design at the University of Montreal is inviting applications for the position of Director of the School of Design, combined with an academic appointment as an Associate or Full Professor in Industrial or Interior Design. The Director role involves providing strategic vision, leadership, administrative management, and oversight of academic programs, budget, and philanthropic funds for an initial four-year renewable mandate. Alongside administrative duties, the candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise students, and maintain an active research agenda. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant design field and a PhD, alongside demonstrated university teaching, research achievements, and sufficient knowledge of French. Benefits include medical insurance, pension plan, parental leave, and tuition exemptions. The application deadline is December 30, 2026.

Key Facts

Department	School of Design
Position Type	Associate / Full Professor
Discipline	Design
Research Area	Industrial Design or Interior Design
Degree Required	PhD in a relevant subject and Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, or a related design discipline
Experience	Demonstrated university-level research and teaching experience in a design discipline, high-level expertise in Industrial Design or Interior Design, and leadership experience.
Salary	Competitive salary (specific amount not provided)
Contract Duration	Initial 4-year term for Director mandate; full-time academic appointment
Language	French
Deadline	2026-12-30
Required Documents	Motivation letter, Curriculum vitae, Copies or hyperlinks to three recent publications or research works, Statement describing teaching and supervision experience and approach (maximum one page), Research programme statement (maximum two pages), Statement outlining vision for the School's development (up to 800 words), Contact details for three referees
Employer Address	Montreal Campus, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Employer Contact	Imen Ben Youssef, [email protected]

About the Project

The successful candidate will conduct innovative research in Industrial Design, Interior Design, or related design fields, publish in international journals, obtain major research grants, and lead the School of Design's strategic academic development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, establish vision, and set strategic directions for the School of Design
• Manage effective departmental governance, chair assemblies, and coordinate with Faculty schools
• Oversee academic programs, recruit staff, allocate teaching tasks, and manage the budget
• Teach undergraduate, master's, and doctoral courses, and supervise graduate students
• Conduct innovative research, publish in international journals, and secure grants

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, or related field, plus a PhD in a relevant subject
• Demonstrated university-level research and teaching experience in design
• High-level expertise in Industrial Design or Interior Design
• Leadership, communication, management, and collaborative skills
• Sufficient knowledge of French

Who Should Apply

Academics with a PhD and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, or a related discipline who possess university-level teaching and research experience, high-level design expertise, leadership abilities, and sufficient knowledge of French.

Benefits

• Medical, paramedical, dental, and travel insurance
• Defined-benefit pension plan with indexed retirement annuity
• Parental leave up to two years with workload reduction options
• Research start-up funding, professional expense allowances, and research/study leave
• Tuition fee exemption for employee, spouse, and dependent children

About the Employer

Founded in 1968, the Faculty of Environmental Design at the University of Montreal includes the School of Architecture, the School of Design, and the School of Urban Planning and Landscape Architecture, comprising 23 academic programs and around 20 research units.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to apply for this position?

The application deadline is December 30, 2026.

What language skills are required?

Sufficient knowledge of French is required.

What is the term duration for the Director's mandate?

The initial mandate is for a four-year term, which is renewable.

Who should I contact regarding this position?

You can contact Imen Ben Youssef via email at [email protected].