Adjunct Instructor - Building Sciences

Wentworth Institute of Technology•Boston, MA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Architecture and Design (SoAD) is seeking a part-time adjunct instructor for the Fall 2026 semester to teach an in-person course for the Bachelor of Science in Building Sciences program. The course, BSCI4000 – Building Performance Analysis, introduces advanced digital tools for simulating, predicting, and analyzing building components, whole buildings, and urban environments. Students will explore the relationship between Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Building Energy Modeling (BEM), focusing on BIM-to-BEM workflows, interoperability, and current modeling challenges. Through lectures, demonstrations, case studies, and group projects, students will learn how integrated digital tools can support energy-conscious design strategies from early conceptualization to detailed design development. This 4-credit course is scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM. The fall term runs from September 8th to December 8th, followed by a review and exam period. Wentworth Institute of Technology is a co-op university in Boston, MA, emphasizing experiential learning and academic excellence. The university comprises five schools and is part of the Colleges of the Fenway consortium. Wentworth is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence, high-value learning, transformational student experiences, and next-generation partnerships. The School of Architecture and Design (SoAD) is dedicated to teaching excellence, curricular innovation, and student mentoring, offering accredited Bachelor of Sciences degrees in Industrial Design, Interior Design, Architecture, Building Sciences, and a Master of Architecture. The SoAD's mission is to empower design students and educators from diverse backgrounds to become creative, civic-minded problem-solvers who address global challenges and contribute to local communities. The Building Sciences Program leverages Wentworth's strengths in architecture and construction management, providing students with a comprehensive curriculum that includes design thinking, construction methods, building systems coordination, and specialized courses in sustainable construction and energy and sustainability.

Requirements

Master’s degree in architecture, environmental design, or a related field.
Ability to teach BSCI4000 – Building Performance Analysis.
Availability for Tuesday and Thursday classes from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM during the Fall 2026 semester.
Submit a cover letter that describes areas of expertise and qualifications for the position.
Submit a current curriculum vitae.
Submit all application materials in a single PDF document.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Prior university-level teaching experience.
Flexibility in teaching approach to address diverse student needs and interests.

Responsibilities

Teach an in-person course for the Bachelor of Science in Building Sciences program.
Introduce advanced digital tools for the simulation, prediction, and analysis of building components, whole buildings, and urban environments.
Explore the relationship between Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Building Energy Modeling (BEM), including BIM-to-BEM workflows, interoperability, and contemporary modeling challenges.
Provide lectures, demonstrations, case studies, and facilitate group projects.
Inform students about how integrated digital tools can support energy-conscious design strategies.