Columbia College Chicago

Interior Architecture Adjunct Faculty Pool, School of Design

CHICAGO, ILPosted 24 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Columbia College Chicago

  • Job overview

    The Interior Architecture Adjunct Faculty Pool position at Columbia College Chicago involves teaching part-time courses in interior design and related disciplines, contributing to the education and development of students in the School of Design.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role requires teaching courses on a part-time basis, engaging students through effective communication and presentation, translating complex design concepts into accessible lessons, and fostering a creative and critical learning environment.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position pays $119.26 per credit hour and includes competitive benefits such as affordable health, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, life and accidental death coverage, paid and unpaid leave options, educational assistance, and retirement planning benefits.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in interior design, interior architecture, architecture, or a related field, with 5+ years of professional experience and a strong portfolio; proficiency in relevant design software is required. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, teaching experience, NCIDQ certification, and a passion for fostering student growth.

  • Career development

    The position offers opportunities to engage in higher education teaching and contribute to a creative academic environment, potentially leading to further academic roles or professional growth in design education.

  • Work environment and culture

    Columbia College Chicago promotes diversity, inclusion, and a creative educational environment, emphasizing social and cultural perspectives to enrich student learning and faculty engagement.

  • Company information

    Columbia College Chicago is a creative arts college offering diverse programs in design, animation, cinema, game design, and more, committed to fostering a contemporary creative curriculum.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join the School of Design, which offers a range of disciplines including interior architecture, animation, UX/UI, and game design, working alongside other faculty and creative professionals.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in Chicago, Illinois, with no travel required, and is a part-time, day job role.

  • Application process

    Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references; official transcripts may be requested later.

  • Unique job features

    This adjunct faculty role is unionized, overtime ineligible, and contingent upon student enrollment and funding availability.

Company overview

Columbia College Chicago is a private, non-profit college specializing in arts and media disciplines, located in the heart of Chicago. The institution generates revenue through tuition fees, grants, and donations, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as film, music, theater, and visual arts. Founded in 1890, Columbia College Chicago has a rich history of fostering creativity and innovation, with notable alumni in various creative industries. The college emphasizes hands-on learning and industry connections to prepare students for professional success.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your academic qualifications, emphasizing degrees in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or related fields, and any terminal degrees or equivalent professional achievements.

  • Showcase your professional experience in interior design or architecture, focusing on your portfolio of projects that demonstrate current industry standards, innovative design, and proficiency with relevant software like AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Columbia College Chicago's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application reach and visibility for this adjunct faculty role.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with faculty and staff in Columbia's School of Design, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent design projects they’ve shared or expressing enthusiasm about the college’s commitment to creative education and diversity.

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