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Adjunct Instructor in Interior Design

Converse University

Spartanburg, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Accreditation Standards, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Architectural Design, AutoCAD, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Cloud Computing, Collaborative Learning, Communication Skills, Content Delivery/Distribution, Content Development, Course Coordination, Digital Media, Emerging Technology, Fine Art, Industry Standards, Industry/Trade Analysis, Interior Design, Organizational Skills, Painting (Arts & Crafts), Photography, Printmaking, Scholarship, Sculpture, Technical Drawing, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Virtual Reality
LOCATION
Spartanburg, SC
POSTED
2 days ago
SUMMARY OF POSITION: Converse University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Interior Design Instructor to teach undergraduate courses with a focus on CAD and Revit beginning Fall 2026. This position plays an important role in preparing students for professional practice through the development of technical drawing, digital modeling, and visualization skills.
  • Teach undergraduate-level courses in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Revit within the Interior Design program
  • Develop and deliver engaging course content that aligns with program and CIDA accreditation standards
  • Support student success initiatives, providing timely feedback
  • Maintain a collaborative and inclusive learning environment
  • Participate in professional development to stay current with evolving technologies and industry practices
  • Contribute to program growth through curriculum support and innovation
The Department of Art, Design and Letters is located within the School of the Arts and comprised of exceptional multi-disciplined programs in art and interior design. Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), it is housed in the Milliken Fine Arts Building. At 30,000 square feet, there are designated classrooms in ceramics, sculpture, photography, printmaking, digital media, painting, drawing, and interior design.

Converse University is a private, coed liberal arts university. We believe that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications form candidates from all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Located in the Upstate region of South Carolina, Spartanburg is a city full of exiting attractions, beautiful scenery, historically significant sites, seven colleges, and friendly people. Spartanburg is South Carolina's melting pot, mixing Southern culture and hospitality with traditions and cultures of other countries. Spartanburg's ideal proximity to the North Carolina mountains, the South Carolina coast, and major cities such as Atlanta and Charlotte make Spartanburg an attractive place to live.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and entail duties and responsibilities of the work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Applicants must submit the following documentation:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
  • Portfolio of professional and/or teaching work (if available)
  • Contact information for professional references
All materials, excluding the application, should be saved in one PDF file and loaded to the application site.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Teaching: 80%
Includes development and delivery of course content within NASAD standards, grading and feedback, maintaining office hours, documenting as required for NASAD and meeting all deadlines for grade entry as required by the Office of the Registrar.
  • Service:10%
Includes service to the department, school, and university.
  • Creative Scholarship: 10%
Includes professional involvement in the field

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: The Interior Design program at Converse University is committed to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and technical expertise. Faculty work collaboratively to prepare students for dynamic careers in the built environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Earned degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a closely related field
  • Demonstrated proficiency in:
    • Revit
    • AutoCAD (CAD)
    • Chief Architect
    • Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
    • Enscape/Lumion
    • Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR) applications
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Commitment to student-centered teaching and learning
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Prior undergraduate teaching experience
  • Professional experience in interior design or architecture practice
  • Familiarity with emerging technologies in design visualization and immersive environments
  • Engagement with industry standards and trends

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Demonstrated proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD (CAD), Chief Architect, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) Enscape/Lumion, Virtual Reality (VR)/Augmented Reality (AR) applications. Strong communication and organizational skills.

GUIDELINES AND SUPERVISION: This position is supervised by the Chair of the Department of Art, Design and Letters. The Adjunct Instructor of Interior Design is expected to self-manage their courses including development and delivery of content based on NASAD and CIDA standards as well as following the course description in the academic catalog. Additionally, they are expected to provide feedback, meeting deadlines for grade entry as required by the Office of the Registrar.

Work Schedule:

OnsiteHybridRemote

Licenses: NCIDC Preferred

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

We believe that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

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