Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
Zürich
10 hours ago
Teaching Assistant - Industrial Design 50%, (m/f/d)
- 17 April 2026
- 50%
- Permanent position
- Zürich
About the job
The ZHdK is one of the largest and most diverse art universities in Europe, with around 2100 bachelor and master students. The study and research areas include Art Education, Design, Film, Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theater, and Transdisciplinarity. Located in the heart of Zurich, ZHdK is a dynamic place where passionate people from over 75 countries work, study, teach, research, and continue their education. The university includes numerous exhibition and performance venues where students' project works are publicly displayed.
For the Major Bachelor Industrial Design in the Department of Design, we are looking for a teaching assistant starting from August 1, 2026, or by arrangement.
For the Major Bachelor Industrial Design in the Department of Design, we are looking for a teaching assistant starting from August 1, 2026, or by arrangement.
Teaching Assistant - Industrial Design 50%, (m/f/d)
Your Tasks
• Supporting lecturers in the preparation and implementation
of courses
• Teaching common visualization and parametric CAD software
• Responsible collaboration in professional, organizational, and administrative matters
of the Industrial Design department
• Participation and organization of exhibitions and excursions
• Active involvement in the further development of the department
Your Profile
We are looking for an independent, enthusiastic, and committed personality with a quick grasp and strong organizational skills. You have a completed degree in Industrial Design (MA preferred), practical professional experience, and good knowledge of common specialist programs. Reliability, curiosity, and a strong quality awareness are among your personal qualities. Teamwork skills, very good oral and written expression in German (and English is an advantage) are further strengths.
What you can expect from us
We offer you a versatile and varied activity in the exciting and stimulating environment of an internationally active art and design university. The mid-level positions enable qualification in teaching and/or research. The position is limited to three years, an extension is possible. The employment conditions are based on cantonal personnel legislation.
Your contacts for further information
Sandra Kaufmann (sandra.kaufmann@zhdk.ch), Co-Head Bachelor Industrial Design Aleksandra Kulic (aleksandra.kulic@zhdk.ch), HR Business Partner
Additional information about the Zurich University of the Arts can be found at www.zhdk.ch. We gladly accept your complete application documents by May 24, 2026 via the link "Apply online now" at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only consider online applications via the link (no email applications) for this position. The interviews will take place on June 4, 2026.
