Art and Design Adjunct - Architecture

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• You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form, and those seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NG23A form.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

A portfolio of work is required with the application. Each portfolio must include:

• 20 samples of the candidate’s creative work
• 20 samples of work done by the candidate’s students

Samples can be submitted as a multimedia file, digital slides, or web links.

Working Title:

Art and Design Adjunct - Architecture
Position Number: FA9976
Appointment Type:
By semester (Fall/Spring)
FTE: .5 = 20 hours/week, 12 months

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NCCU’s Department of Art and Design offers students the opportunity to earn a B.A. degree in Art with concentrations in Graphic Design, Animation and Interactive Media, Studio Art, Art Studies, and Pre‑Architecture, as well as a B.S. degree in Apparel Design. The Department’s overarching mission is to foster broad inquiry within the visual arts and design to provide opportunities for students to study non‑western, diverse cultural artifacts and experiences.

As the first public liberal arts institution founded for African Americans, NCCU occupies a special niche that informs the study of art and design. The Department celebrates and fosters the study of artistic productions of African and African American culture, emphasizing the past and present contributions of people of color. With such emphasis, the Department provides a uniquely designed curriculum to educate students pursuing visual arts and design careers in today’s global society.

Art and Design majors explore technology, engage in internships, pursue individuality and enjoy the fruits of cultural diversity.

The NCCU Department of Art and Design has an immediate need for adjunct faculty in the field of Architecture. The ideal candidates will have a Master’s of Architecture (M.Arch) degree, professional experience, as well as a passion for teaching. These adjunct professors will prepare students for careers in the field through in‑person lecture or studio‑based learning, critiques, and exposure to traditional and cutting‑edge creative approaches.

In the Spring 2026 semester, the selected adjunct(s) will provide instruction for one or both of the following classes:

• ARTA 3625 – Design Essentials and Form in Architecture (3 credits) A studio‑based course exploring the relationship between concept and form. Topics include composition, architectural precedent, sketching, and digital modeling techniques.
• ARTA 4735 – Architecture Design Studio Capstone (3 credits) A culminating studio focused on innovative architectural design practices, including urban design, computational design, architectural technology, ecology, culture, and…