Associate Lecturer - Interior Design (0.4-0.6 FTE, Fixed term) School of Architecture.

Royal College of Art; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal College of Art is seeking an Associate Lecturer in Interior Design to provide high-quality teaching in a dynamic environment. The role involves contributing to the postgraduate curriculum, engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration, and ensuring students gain valuable industry insights and skills.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in interior design.
• Experience in teaching at postgraduate level.
• Ability to integrate industry expertise into academic programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and tuition as directed.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance learning.
• Support students in developing material and conceptual skills.

Skills

Expertise in interior design

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching and tuition skills

Education

Relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree

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Associate Lecturer - Interior Design (0.4-0.6 FTE, Fixed term) School of Architecture., London

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Client:

Royal College of Art

Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Join the Royal College of Art School of Architecture

Led by Dr. Adrian Lahoud, the RCA School of Architecture offers a stimulating and vibrant cultural context for study in one of the world’s leading cities for design and the creative industries. Our distinctive College environment provides students with the unique opportunity to engage in live projects and collaborate with designers and fine artists in an intensive, postgraduate-only setting.

At RCA, students are encouraged to expand their material, conceptual, and technical skills, unlocking the full potential of their practice. They also form a rich network of creative partnerships that will support their future careers.

Design Studio and Curriculum

Our design studio serves as a critical platform for developing unique forms of practice upon graduation. The project-based pedagogy is complemented by historical, theoretical, and technical seminars. Here, students are introduced to a wide range of design research methods and approaches. Each program offers opportunities for external engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and fieldwork, aligning with the pedagogical ambitions of both students and staff.

Purpose of Role: Associate Lecturer

The Associate Lecturer (AL) will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality teaching and tuition to enhance the core teaching of interior studies.

Applicants should have expertise in the field of interior design and be able to articulate their experiences in relation to our three Superplatforms:

• superREUSE
• superMATTER
• superFUTURES

As an Associate Lecturer at the Royal College of Art (RCA), you will contribute to postgraduate teaching and tuition, enriching the core delivery of programs across Schools and Directorates. ALs bring leading industry expertise and specialism from diverse disciplines and sectors, ensuring students benefit from a breadth of knowledge and multidisciplinary input during their studies.

Depending on the specific scope of your employment, you will be required to:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and tuition as directed by your Senior Tutor, Head of Programme, or Dean.
• Integrate industry expertise into the curriculum to provide depth and diversity in program learning.
• Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and external engagement to enhance the educational experience.
• Support students in developing their material, conceptual, and technical skills.
• Contribute to the formation of a rich network of creative partnerships for students.

Join us at the RCA School of Architecture and help shape the future of interior design. Apply today to be part of a dynamic and innovative educational environment.