Interior Design Part-Time Lecturer

Job title: Interior Design Part-Time Lecturer

About the Role The Interior Design Program at UIW invites part-time faculty candidates to serve as Interior Design Lecturers within the School of Media & Design for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role includes teaching undergraduate courses (studio and seminar), ensuring alignment with CIDA standards, and integrating digital media into Design Studios. Faculty are expected to uphold UIW's mission and professional ethics.

What You'll Do

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; deliver interactive lectures; courses may include Architectural Drafting, Form, Space & Theory, Space Planning, Sketching & Rendering, Interior Materials, History of the Built Environment, Codes and Construction Documents, Professional Practice, and Furniture Design.
• Ensure implementation of CIDA standards in all courses.
• Prepare and administer exams and assessments; work collaboratively with departmental faculty to meet curriculum outcomes.
• Adapt teaching methods and content based on feedback from Program Director and full-time faculty; be available outside of class to help students learn (1 hour office time per 3-hour class, in person or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students.
• Document lectures, PowerPoints, handouts, and student tests and projects for CIDA binders; complete CIDA Binder at the end of each semester.
• Conduct respectful relationships with University faculty, staff and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department Program Director and participate in departmental events and meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and online, as needed.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate industry-relevant technology into teaching, including AR/VR, 3D Printing, and AI applications.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening course sections as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer-based skills (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Revit & SketchUp), analytical skills, and report writing skills.
• Commitment to implementation of CIDA standards in all courses within scope of responsibility.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Nice to Have

• Terminal Degree (Ph.D., MFA, or MID) in Interior Design or a closely-related field.
• NCIDQ Certificate Holder.
• Registered Interior Designer.
• WELL AP or LEED Green Associate.
• Two (2) years of teaching experience in higher education.
• Active member of IDEC, ASID, IIDA, AIA or NKBA.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $4000 for lecture courses-$5000 for studio courses or based on enrollment.
• Benefits: This position is not benefits eligible.