Ready to join a workforce UNLIKE any other?

The Interior Design Department at Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Qatar) is inviting applications for a pool of qualified adjunct faculty for Fall 2026. We welcome applications from creative, committed educators who are interested in contributing to our dynamic and globally engaged academic community.

Adjunct faculty may be considered to teach undergraduate courses in one or more areas of the Interior Design program, depending on departmental needs. This pool will be reviewed as opportunities arise, and candidates whose qualifications align with specific course offerings will be contacted for an interview.

To explore the types of courses that may be offered, please refer to the course descriptions in VCU’s Undergraduate Bulletin.

At VCUarts Qatar, adjunct faculty are valued members of our academic environment. We seek individuals who are not only knowledgeable in their field but also enthusiastic about teaching and mentoring students from a wide range of cultural and educational backgrounds. A commitment to collaboration, creativity, and student-centered learning is essential.

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in interior design or allied disciplines; i.e., architecture or a BFA combined with significant professional training and/or experience.
• Appropriate teaching experience or strong oral presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills suitable for studio‑based teaching environments.
• Eligibility to work in Qatar or meet specific immigration/employment requirements under Qatari law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching studio courses in Qatar or the Middle East region.
• Experience in professional practice in interior design (studio management, business practices) alongside teaching.
• Experience or interest in working in a multicultural, multilingual academic environment (particularly relevant to Education City / Qatar context).

•  Current CV
• List of three current references including names, phone numbers, and email addresses (references will not be contacted prior to applicant’s approval).
• Portfolio of work (as applicable), visual documentation of professional work, and examples of student work, if available. If file size is problematic, include an accessible link that points to a website or cloud storage (with access instructions) to view all visual work.