Full Professor/Associate/Assistant Professor of Interior Design

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ireland.

📋 Description

• Provide cutting-edge undergraduate studio and lecture courses in Interior Design, covering areas such as residential, commercial, and furniture design.

• Incorporate modern tools and platforms, including CAD, BIM (Revit), 3D modeling, and digital fabrication technologies into the curriculum.

• Create and revise course materials to align with industry standards, professional competencies, and accreditation criteria (e.g., CIDA standards when applicable).

• Mentor students through senior capstone projects, portfolio creation, and adherence to industry-standard practices.

• Uphold stringent assessment standards and studio critique methodologies.

• Sustain an active research agenda and/or professional practice within Interior Design or related disciplines.

• Publish research in peer-reviewed journals or present findings at esteemed academic and professional conferences.

• Participate in professional practice, exhibitions, design competitions, or consultancy projects.

• Collaborate across disciplines and seek external funding opportunities.

⛳️ Requirements

• PhD in Interior Design from a recognized institution.

• At least five years of experience in higher education teaching, demonstrating a strong record of excellence in delivering studio-based courses.

• A compelling portfolio that highlights professional and/or research-based design work.

• Expertise in industry-standard software and tools such as AutoCAD, Revit (BIM), SketchUp, 3D Max, and Adobe Creative Cloud, as well as rendering engines like V-Ray or Lumion.

• Demonstrated evidence of research, publications in peer-reviewed journals, or acknowledged creative practice.

• Experience in effectively navigating multicultural and diverse academic settings.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Knowledge of accreditation procedures (e.g., CIDA or similar international standards).

• Proficiency in sustainable design, environmental systems, smart interiors, or human-centered design.

• Additional industry experience beyond academic roles.

• Experience in supervising senior capstone projects and supporting student portfolio development.

• A proven track record of successful interdisciplinary collaborations and obtaining external funding.

🏝️ Benefits

• Actively participate in departmental, school, and university committees.

• Assist in program assessment, accreditation documentation, and quality assurance efforts.

• Engage in student recruitment, outreach initiatives, exhibitions, competitions, and community involvement.

• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.

• Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the academic community.