Teaching Instructor

About the role

East Carolina University’s Department of Technology Systems seeks a 9-month fixed-term faculty member starting fall semester 2026 to teach a variety of courses in the Interior Design program. The successful candidate will join a collaborative community of educators and scholars within the College of Engineering and Technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate residential and commercial courses in studio and lecture formats (4-4 course load).
• Build relationships with the community, employ technology, and connect with business and industry.
• Inspire and promote rigor and student success.
• Teach at varying levels in at least three of the following areas:
  • 2-D and 3-D visualization and design
  • Drafting and presentation applications (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, etc.)
  • Graphic presentations
  • Design for wellness
  • Interior construction and detailing
  • Building systems and codes
  • Professional practice
  • Virtual reality and artificial intelligence

Contingent upon available funding.

Requirements

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, MS in Architecture, or an area closely related to the Interior Design discipline. All degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions.
• Combination of education and experience to fulfill teaching duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Design certifications or licenses
• Industry experience
• Higher education teaching experience

About the department

The Department of Technology Systems, housed within the College of Engineering and Technology, offers multiple undergraduate and graduate programs, including a BS in Interior Design and Fashion Merchandizing. The department has 38 full-time faculty members and serves over 1,700 students. It is a leader in both traditional and distance delivery of technology-based, hands-on programs, with state-of-the-art labs accessible onsite and remotely. The department is also home to the Center for IoT Engineering and Innovation (CIEI), which facilitates education and research in Internet of Things applications.

The College of Engineering and Technology serves approximately 3,600 students across four departments and is recognized for its collaborative environment, mentorship, and excellence in teaching and scholarship. East Carolina University is a Carnegie R1 doctoral institution dedicated to student success, public service, and regional transformation, with a vibrant college-town setting in Greenville, North Carolina.