Interior Design Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

Interior Design Fall Adjunct Faculty Positions:

The School of Architecture and Design (SoAD) is currently seeking part-time adjunct faculty members for the 2026 fall semester to teach in-person courses within its Interior Design program on campus in Boston. Courses include Studio III, Studio V (both TTH, 1:00-4:30pm) and Drawing III (WF, 8-9:50am). NCIDQ is preferred for studio teaching faculty.

In addition, we are seeking a part-time adjunct faculty member to lead History of Interiors I (MW, 1:00-2:15pm). Applicants must hold a PhD or a master's degree in the History of Design or a related field.

The fall term classes begin on September 8th and end on December 8th, followed by the review and exam period.

About Wentworth and the School of Architecture and Design (SoAD):

Wentworth Institute of Technology is a co-op universitylocatedin the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning and academic excellence.The universityincludesfive schools: Architecture and Design, Computing and Data Science, Engineering, Management, and Sciences and Humanities.Wentworth is a member of the Colleges of the Fenway consortium, providing opportunities for collaboration and resource sharing with nearby institutions,includingMassachusetts College ofArt& Designand Simmons University.

Wentworth is a university with a teaching focus and strategic initiatives of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence, high-value learning, transformational student experience, and next-generation partnerships. The school has a strong commitment to recruiting andretainingstudents with diverse backgrounds, fostering a vibrant designcommunityand learning environment for faculty and students, and building on and expanding current government, community, industry, and alumni partnerships. For more information about Wentworth's Strategic Plan, see:https://wit.edu/about/strategic-plan

Wentworth's School of Architecture and Design (SoAD) recognizes the critical role its courses and curriculum play in fostering academic success and addressing equity gaps. We seek new faculty to join a community committed to teaching excellence, curricular innovation, and mentoring ofstudents. SoAD offers highly respected Bachelor of Sciences degrees in Industrial Design (NASAD accredited), Interior Design (CIDA accredited), Architecture, Master of Architecture (NAAB accredited), and Building Sciences. The mission of the SoAD is to empower design students and educators from all backgrounds to become creative, civic-minded problem-solvers, responding to global challenges and contributing to local communities. The SoAD guides students to engage locally and globally, explore advanced technologies, collaborate within and across disciplines, gain industry experience via cooperative education, and learn to design sustainably and equitably. Comprising approximately 940 undergraduate and 100 graduate students, the SoAD has robust international study opportunities at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

About the Interior Design Program:

With approximately 130 students, the Interior Design program offers a dynamic studio-based program where students learn to elevate human experiences through the thoughtful design of interior environments. Along with the project-focused studio courses, the Interior Design curriculum includes the study of innovation in new materials and building technologies, technical courses in drawing and CAD, sustainable practices, social responsibility, and human behavior in diverse contexts. Students completetwo mandatory co-ops, bridging the gap between academia and industry, reinforcing coursework, and gaining valuable professional experience. To learn more about the Interior Design program, please visitthis link.

Minimum Education Required:

• Master's degree.

• AMaster's degree in Interior Design ora relateddesignfield (e.g., Master of Design, Master of Fine Arts, DDes,or PhD).

Preferred Qualifications:

• NCIDQ certification.

• Prior university-level teaching and professional interior design experience.

• Flexibility in teaching approach to address diverse student needs and interests.

Applicants should submit the following in a single PDF document:

• Cover letter that describes areas of expertise and qualifications for the position.

• Current curriculum vitae.

• Portfolio showcasing professional and/or teaching work (if applicable).

Position Details:

At this time, the university is unable to sponsor applicants for H-1B visas.

Adjunct faculty compensation varies based on instructional mode (lecture or lab), number of course credits, and program. The minimum adjunct rate is $1,365 per credit.

Compensation and Benefits

Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to fair, transparent, and legally compliant compensation practices. We believe that clarity about pay structures and ranges supports equity, fosters trust, and ensures a positive workplace for all employees.

Please visit here to see the comprehensive benefits package offered to support the best experience for our employees. https://wit.edu/careers/work-wentworth

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth

Inclusive Excellence is one of the four pillars of the Strategic Plan. Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond is Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth.

To find out more about the Wentworth's commitment to Inclusive Excellence, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/inclusive-excellence.

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu.

E-Verify for Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)

Wentworth participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from your Form I-9 to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.