Visiting Assistant Professor, Interior Design
Wentworth Institute of Technology•Boston, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
The School of Architecture & Design (SoAD) at Wentworth Institute of Technology invites applications for a full-time visiting faculty position in Interior Design for the 2026 Fall Semester. Visiting faculty are expected to fulfill teaching, scholarship and/or creative activities, or service responsibilities to cover short-term instructional needs and to bring specialized expertise to the institution. The standard teaching load for visiting faculty is the equivalent of four 4-credit courses per semester, typically comprising one studio and 2-3 courses per semester, depending on the contact hours.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Interior Design or a related design field (e.g., Master of Design, Master of Fine Arts, DDes, or PhD).
- Established record of academic and professional accomplishments
- Proven success in working collaboratively to advance knowledge and design
- Demonstrate commitment to inclusive excellence
Nice To Haves
- NCIDQ certification
- Demonstrated success in undergraduate teaching and mentorship.
- Record of excellence in professional practice and knowledge of contemporary design practices
- Possess flexibility in teaching to address diverse student needs and interests
- A strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate across disciplines
- Experience in teaching interior design or related design disciplines in an academic setting
- Professional experience in interior design or a related design discipline
Responsibilities
- Teach courses that align with a forward-thinking approach to design education, integrating advanced technology, user-centered approaches, and innovative tools into the design process.
- Teaching responsibilities may include foundational and advanced interior design studios, design history and theory courses as well as drawing courses.
- Effectively teach and mentor students within a studio-based, hands-on learning environment that fosters experimentation, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop and deliver impactful, integrated coursework.
- Engage in a robust research and scholarship agenda.
- Mentor students and participate in service obligations to the school, university, and community.
Benefits
- The position does not include a comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
