BCIT’s School of Construction and the Environment is seeking a regular, part-time (0.5 FTE**) Faculty, Interior Design** to teach a variety of courses in the 3rd and 4th year of the CIDA Accredited Bachelor of Interior Design Degree starting in the Fall 2026 term. The instructor may also be required to teach in the 2nd year of the Diploma program as needed. The ideal candidate will be able to bring broad industry experience into the classroom, maintain course curriculum, demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and cultivate positive relationships with students.

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES**:**

• Deliver instruction through a variety of activities, including lectures, discussions, labs, and experiential learning

• Develop and maintain a curriculum aligned with course learning outcomes and current industry standards

• Assess student learning fairly and provide timely, constructive feedback

• Facilitate and maintain creative and positive learning environments

• Support student success through academic guidance, mentorship, and professionalism

• Participate in program and school initiatives, including curriculum renewal and accreditation

• Work collectively/collaboratively with the faculty members and Interior Design Program Heads

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS**:**

Education and Credentials:

• Bachelor Degree in Interior Design preferred (Bachelor in related field considered)
• NCIDQ certificate is required
• Registered Interior Designer (RID) with the Interior Design Institute of BC or eligible for registration preferred

Experience:

• Minimum ten years of recent North American industry experience in commercial interior design
• Post-secondary teaching experience is required
• Working knowledge of computer software used in the Interior Design field

Key Competencies:

• Effective English language oral and written communication

• Demonstrated ongoing professional development in interior design

• Build and maintain effective and collaborative networks and relationships with students, colleagues and partners

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work within, and develop a collegial environment

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Professional Development funds and resources
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

Salary Range: $65,045 - $113,545 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Position Details

Posting Category

Faculty

Department 2

Building Design & Const. Technology

Campus Location

Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Job Status

Regular

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Start Date

08/17/2026

Anticipated End Date

Competition Information

Competition Number

26FSA053

Competition Open Date

05/06/2026

Competition Close Date

05/15/2026

Open Until Filled?

No