Staff

Staff

Biodesign Curriculum Development Partner

Baltimore, MD · Staff+ · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$15k-$25kDetected 30 days ago
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About the role

  • Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA.
  • Candidates who are interested in teaching Biodesign at MICA are encouraged to note this in their application.

Responsibilities

  • Build an understanding of the existing and thus-far planned Biodesign program at MICA.
  • Work with internal partners from other academic departments and
  • Assist the ECB in developing the structure and content of the Biodesign Graduate program.
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Submit a single PDF document that including:
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

  • Masters degree or higher in art, design, bio-science, or other relevant field (or commensurate experience)
  • 1+ year experience teaching biodesign (or closely related field)
  • Demonstrated experience in curricular development
  • Undergraduate Co-Major, a Graduate Degree, and a Research Agenda.
  • The Undergraduate Biodesign Co-Major, is built upon 10+ years of Biodesign teaching at MICA and has been fully approved for launch AY27.
  • The Biodesign Graduate Degree is currently under development, with internal and external approvals targeted for AY26, and planned launch in Fall 2027.
  • Contribute materials required for internal and external approval of the Biodesign Graduate program.
  • Develop information for select Graduate courses as required for creating the course listing and degree plan template, including course title, description, etc.
  • A minimum of three on-site work periods will be required, spread throughout the development process
  • Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)

Nice to have

  • A terminal degree in art, design, bio-science, or other relevant field (or equivalent professional experience)
  • Apply: The College will review applications as received.
  • Materials received before November 21st, 2025 are best assured of receiving full consideration.
  • The position will remain open until filled.
  • All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.
  • Application Instructions:
  • Cover Letter identifying your qualifications, experience, and what interests you about this position
  • Comprehensive CV

Compensation

  • Commensurate with experience with salary range from $15,000-$25,000 during the appointment term - Part Time/Exempt

Benefits

  • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position)
  • Serve as a thought partner for imagining the future of Biodesign education.
  • Part-Time schedule, with flexible working hours, aligned to a calendar of deliverables
  • This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.

Company info

  • At MICA, we empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways.
  • We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA.
  • If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.

Equal opportunity

  • equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise).

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