Lecturer- Interior Design

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Interior Design programs
• Design and develop innovative curriculum content that reflects current industry practices, trends, and advancements in Interior Design.
• Utilize cutting-edge teaching methodologies, including digital tools and collaborative approaches, to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Build and maintain strong links with the Interior Design industry, professional, and technical organisations to enhance programs relevance and graduate employability.
• Organise and participate in industry-focused events, workshops, and partnerships, including internships and collaborative projects.
• Promote the department s work through public engagement, and media collaborations.
• Lead and contribute to high-impact research, projects, or practice-based work with national and international recognition.
• Publish research outputs in academic journals, industry platforms, or professional conferences.
• Identify areas where current provision is in need of revision or improvement and contribute/assist to the planning, design, and development of objectives and material.
• Ensure that the Module Specifications and delivery are consistent with the objectives and procedures of the Programme, University regulations, and international academic standards in learning and teaching.
• Update and actively maintain the System for the module to meet at least the minimum requirements specified by the University.
• Provide information to the relevant administrative offices by the given deadlines to facilitate timetabling and to ensure that the list of registered students is as accurate as possible prior to the start of teaching to ensure that the teaching process begins promptly.
• Ensure that new staff receive an induction to the module to ensure that they understand the learning, teaching, attendance policy, and assessment strategy including marking practice.
• Responsible for the secure printing of examination papers in sufficient quantities and secure submission to the Exam Officer.
• Supervise student projects and the academic elements progress, achievement, and attendance.
• Ensure that the TAs and administrative staff attend punctually for teaching commitments and provide suitable handouts or supporting materials to assist the students learning, including on e-learning.
• Mark work and exams promptly and accurately with reference to departmental marking criteria.
• Set assessments and formal examinations in accordance with the relevant regulations and by the published deadline.
• Ensure marks are entered on the Student Record System and are accurate and error-free.
• Perform examination supervision duties.
• Answer students' inquiries either by email or physically during office hours, ensuring proper understanding of the teaching material.
• Undertake various duties as assigned by Dean/Head of Department, Programme Director.

Job Requirements:

Educational Qualifications:

• A PhD Interior Design, or a related field, with significant teaching, research, and industry experience.

Experience:

• 7+ Years.

• A track record of regular publications in high-impact research journals.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of current trends, sustainability challenges, and technological advancements.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in higher education or a strong portfolio of industry practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• A proven ability to integrate professional practice into teaching and curriculum development.

Competencies:

Core Competencies:

• Interpersonal Skills
• Collaboration
• Integrity & Accountability
• Results Focus