Adjunct Instructor of Interior Design Judson University
Job Summary:
The Department of Architecture and Interior Design seeks an adjunct instructor
to teach one or more courses in interior design.
The successful applicant must have the ability to teach a variety of Interior
Design courses that fulfill the Interior Design Program curriculum goals based
on CIDA standards and industry principles and applications; actively support
the interior design program strategic plan;, develop and maintain curriculum
for face-to-face and online teaching; and participate in services to support
the mission of the program, department, the university, and the Judson
community. Knowledge of current codes governing the built environment is
essential. Working with students for recruiting, advising, coordinating
student Interior Design club activities, and maintaining the interior design
resource library is important. The ability to teach lecture and studio courses
will give one a mixed schedule. The candidate is expected to have a vibrant on
campus presence. The candidate is expected to remain active in research and
scholarly activities, including supporting and actively participating in in
CIDA alignment of the program.
Primary Responsibilities:
Applicants must support Judson University's liberal arts-based programs,
distinctively Christian mission, and community standards.
Teach undergraduate courses as assigned by the department both in person
and online.
Have a vibrant on campus presence.
Keep posted on office hours during the week, which are scheduled at times
most beneficial to students.
Provide academic advising to students.
Assign and submit grades following established University schedules.
Attend and participate in scheduled school or college meetings and
functions.
Support program recruiting and special events.
Participate in activities such as student organization events, alumni
events, advisory board meetings, and commencement.
Engage in pursuits that enable one to remain current in the respective
discipline.
Engage in pursuits that help further organize and contribute to the growth
of the body of knowledge in the respective discipline and/or explore
interdisciplinary implications.
Supports and actively participates in CIDA initiatives for the program.
Disseminates research/scholarship to students through teaching,
presentations, and publication of journal articles on the application or
education of healthcare administration.
Qualifications:
Demonstrate a vital and growing Christian faith
Share a commitment to excellence in teaching within a Christ-centered
academic community
Hold NCIDQ certification or be in the process of acquiring these
credentials of acquiring these credentials by the time this search is
concluded or within one year of hire.
An earned bachelor's degree in interior design.
At least five years U.S. Interior Design practice experience.
A track record of effective communication and interpersonal skills with a
desire to engage in excellent teaching with evidence-demonstrated ability
or potential to deliver high-quality instruction in lecture and studio
courses.
Documented ability to learn and adapt to new teaching content areas and
software.
Demonstrates a defined area of content expertise and interest for
scholarly activities.
Recognized knowledge of the key concepts and applications in Interior
Design, from the following: design theory, human-centered or inclusive
design, drafting/CAD/Revit/Sketch Up, rendering skills,
sustainability/LEED, WELL Building Standards, ADA codes, environmental
systems, and other design-related software/VR.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to the candidate who has experience in the following
areas:
An earned master's degree in interior design is preferred. If the master's
degree is in a different field, the candidate must have relevant work
experience in field of interior design.
Registration with the State of Illinois is expected within one year of
hire.
Ten or more years U.S. Interior Design practice experience.
Hold additional professional credentials that include and are not limited
to CAPS, LEED, WELL, EBD, TOC etc.
A record of successful teaching of interior design courses in a college
setting both online and in person (full or part-time).
Proven skills in directing student and/or team projects.
Variety of skills with software related to design presentation.
Community networking for student internships or studio projects.
Have presented at a scholarly conference and have research potential in
terms of publications in scholarly journals, and conferences.
Have work published in scholarly journals and or completed presentations
in regional and national conferences.
Have written and applied for grant funding (whether denied or accepted)
or shown potential in attracting external grant research.
Salary/Benefits:
Adjunct faculty hold the rank of instructor and are hired on a per course
basis.
Contact Information and Required Materials:
Applicants must provide a complete application packet including:
a cover letter,
the faculty application form,
curriculum vitae, and
unofficial transcripts of both undergraduate and graduate work (official
transcripts will be required upon hiring).
Please submit all questions and application materials to: Joan Kaufman,
Interior Design Program Coordinator at email protected and Dr. Edgardo
Perez Maldonado, Chair for Architecture and Interior Design, email
protected. Please submit application documents as PDFs or Word files and
include the words “Interior Design Adjunct” in the subject line of the email.
Timeline:
Applications are actively sought; positions will remain open until filled.
About Judson University:
Judson University is a Christian institution representing the Church at work
in higher education. Its campus is located along the picturesque Fox River in
the city of Elgin just 36 miles northwest of Chicago, Judson is home to over
1,100 students from 42 states and 28 countries. We offer more than 50
undergraduate majors, minors, and pre-professional programs; eight master's
degrees and three doctoral programs.
Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment
opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and
applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and
activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national
origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status.
