About us

Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is a globally leading independent arts, design, performance and media university.   

At AUB we nurture creativity, engage communities, collaborate with industry and make a difference.   

Our commitment to EDI

Our core commitment to diversity, inclusion and a sustainable future truly values the diversity of our students and staff, creating an inclusive environment where everyone’s identities and talents are valued and respected.  We welcome applications from all areas of the community and particularly encourage applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds and people who are disabled, who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. 

About the role

This exciting new role is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of one of the UKs fastest growing brands and contribute to the uptake of sustainable design practices across the fashion industry. 

Funded by Innovate UK and working with Thrudark and Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) you will utilise new technologies to transform Thrudark's product development process from fully manual to fully digitalised. This will include digitising design, sampling and prototyping workflows and developing virtual prototypes by digitising brand models and physical patterns.

The post holder will need to have experience of product development, be proficient in digital pattern cutting and experienced with Clo3D. An understanding of specialist software such as Lectra Modaris or Browzwear and an appreciation of sustainability within the fashion industry would be advantageous.

You will be employed by the University but will be working at Thrudark  for the Product Director.

This Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project is funded by Innovate UK and you will benefit from additional training and support from the KTP network.

About the partners

Thrudark are a fast-growing outdoor apparel brand developing products for intensive activity. They are committed to manufacturing to the highest standards and testing and developing new fabrics and production methods.

Arts University Bournemouth is a leading art and design specialist with an established reputation for supporting innovation it the creative industries.

Innovate UK are the UK’s national innovation agency. KTPs are their flagship programme with a 50-year history of driving innovation and growth in UK industry.

Our benefits

In meeting your performance expectations, each year you’ll have a salary increase in line with the grade of your role.  As well as this there is an annual cost of living increase.  AUB provides generous holiday entitlement, and you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) from day one of employment.  Along with subsidised bus travel, cycle to work and annual savings schemes, our broad range of benefits can be explored on the AUB careers website https://aub.ac.uk/working-at-aub

AUB has an agile working policy, and flexible working can be considered.  If you require support with your application or have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk . If you are disabled, we are committed to supporting you with any reasonable adjustments you require, so please email recruitment@aub.ac.uk and we’ll be in touch. 

How to apply

For more information and to apply visit https://aub.ac.uk/working-at-aub  We look forward to receiving your application.