"Adjunct Faculty, BDes in Interior Design (Asynchronous)"

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty, BDes in Interior Design (Asynchronous)

The BDes in Interior Design at MICA is a 120-credit program that equips licensed creative professionals with advanced skills in the field of Interior Design. The purpose of the Bachelors of Design in Interior Design degree is to equip individuals with technical art and design skills to become interior designers while also preparing them to engage with interior design as a professional practice. The BDes also provides graduates with complex knowledge around the application of universal and human-centered design approaches in interior design projects. This program carefully balances design theory with applied, practical experience through studio courses, portfolio building, critiques, dynamic faculty, and industry partnerships.

We are seeking asynchronous instructors to design and deliver engaging and relevant content for the new BDes in Interior Design program, launching in Fall 2026. The ideal candidate will be an active practitioner with strong communication and storytelling abilities, an up-to-date understanding of the professional practices in Interior Design, enthusiasm for mentoring diverse creative professionals, fostering inclusive learning communities, and be comfortable translating their expertise into a dynamic online learning environment.

General Purpose

To provide asynchronous delivery of instruction for undergraduate students in the BDes in Interior Design, conveying knowledge of various elements of interior design from a professional perspective.

Summary of Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain an engaging asynchronous online learning environment via Canvas.
• Provide core instruction to satisfy primary learning objectives of the assigned course(s).
• Provide written or video recorded feedback on student assignments within 48 hours of submission.
• Hold synchronous virtual office hours at a consistent time each week.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent communication with students by holding at least one hour of regular virtual office hours every week and replying to any student communication within 24 hours.
• Maintain a consistent presence in the online classroom of 4 days in a 7-day cycle.
• Provide feedback within 48 hours of student work, including providing timely written and/or audio/video feedback via Canvas and keeping a gradebook with grades posted within 72 hours of each module completion.
• Maintain the Canvas course throughout the term. This includes updating the syllabus, setting assignments with due dates, and providing tutorials and other materials to students as needed to help students meet learning outcomes.
• Meet faculty expectations as defined in the Asynchronous Instruction Policy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Teach 1 course per semester

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of business writing and communication theory, specifically applied to design narratives, technical specifications, and project documentation.

Specific knowledge and professional experience related to at least one of the following areas of the BDes Interior Design curriculum:

• Spatial composition and design thinking
• Evolution of interiors, furniture, and material culture
• Spatial planning and human-centered design
• Technical drafting, IBC, and ADA standards

Some examples of courses that will be taught in the program are:

• Design Fundamentals, Strategy, & Theory
• Design History
• Foundations of Interior Design
• Building Codes and Construction Documents
• Lighting Design

Professional experience in interior design or architecture is a strong advantage, particularly with industry-standard software (e.g., Revit or Adobe Creative Suite).

Comfortable with using technology in an online learning environment, including Canvas and video conferencing platforms.

Ability to demonstrate pedagogical knowledge of your subject area, with an emphasis on asynchronous instruction and digital communication.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5 years of related professional experience.
• NCIDQ license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in a related field.
• 10 years of related professional experience.
• Experience teaching in an online or asynchronous format.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of a background check.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.