Faculty - Design

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a dedicated faculty member in the Design and Media Studies department at County College of Morris. This role entails teaching undergraduate interdisciplinary Design courses covering areas like Architecture and Fashion Design.

The ideal candidate will engage in student advisement, course development, and collaboration with other departments. A Master's degree is required, along with innovative teaching methods and a commitment to diverse practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related design field is required.
• Candidates should have teaching or practicing experience in design.
• Experience in teaching in a community college is desired.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate interdisciplinary Design courses.
• Participate in department and college service.
• Collaborate with other programs and departments.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Experience in teaching emerging technologies

Curiosity to learn and innovate

Commitment to inclusive practices

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited design program

Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of professional experience

Job description

Job Summary

The Design and Media Studies department at County College of Morrisseeks a dedicated faculty member to teach all levels ofundergraduate interdisciplinary Design courses. These may includeareas of Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design, FashionDesign and Fashion Merchandising. Possible course offerings mayinclude visual communication, emerging technologies in designindustries and concept- based design.

Participating in department and college service, including but notlimited to student advisement, revising and developing courses andcurriculum, various administrative tasks, and committee work, isexpected.

Applicants must be able to collaborate with other programs anddepartments, as well as develop and teach new interdisciplinarycourses. Willingness to explore innovative methods and implementnew methods of instruction/technology are ideal.

Qualifications – Education

Master’s degree from an accredited design program, in a relatedfield of Design is required (MA, MFA, MID, M.Arch, MS, etc.).Candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in a related design fieldwith 2+ years of professional experience including 2 years ofhigher e…etc.

Qualifications – Experience

The ideal candidate possesses innovative thinking and hasexperience in teaching or practicing emerging technologies indesign and visual arts. Prior college teaching experience ispreferred. Experience in teaching in a community college isdesired. Candidates who, by virtue of training and/or experience,have background in diverse areas of design and new digital media asit relates to design, are preferred. The ideal candidate will beable to bring leadership to broadening the mission and focus of theDesign Program as well as the Design and Media Studies Departmentas a whole. Experience in online course development and onlineteaching is preferred.

Qualifications – Skills

Ideal candidate should exhibit a curiosity to learn, explore andinnovate across the program. The Design and Media Studies has acommitment to foundational learning as well as emerging andinnovative practices. Providing a strong educational experiencethat includes foundational, digital and critical thinking methodsare required. A portfolio of both student and professional workwill show evidence of commitment to teaching excellence andinclusive practices.