Biodesign Curriculum Development Partner

**** Position:
** Biodesign Curriculum Development Partner (Temporary)
**** Job Description**:
****** Responsibilities Include**:
***** Build an understanding of the existing and thus-far planned Biodesign program at MICA.
* Serve as a thought partner for imagining the future of Biodesign education.
* Engage with the external Biodesign Advisory Board to gain additional input and perspective regarding program objectives and content, and make recommendations for potential board members.
* Work with internal partners from other academic departments and MICA’s Centers for Excellence including: the Ratcliffe Center for Entrepreneurship, Career Development, and others at MICA to develop thoughtful curricular integrations
* Fully develop up to six courses in the approved Biodesign Undergraduate Co-Major curriculum to be offered in Academic Year 2026 – 2027, creating for each course: a detailed syllabus with weekly course outline, compiled and newly-written learning resources, list of materials and resources required to run the course, and other related content.
* Assist the ECB in developing the structure and content of the Biodesign Graduate program.
* 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.
* Advise on Lab facilities and space requirements for the Undergraduate Co-Major and Graduate degree.
* Perform other duties as assigned
** Minimum Requirements**:
***** Masters degree or higher in art, design, bio-science, or other relevant field (or commensurate experience)
* 1+ year experience teaching in higher education, beyond graduate assistantships
* 1+ year experience teaching biodesign (or closely related field)
* Demonstrated experience writing courses
* Demonstrated experience in curricular development
* Demonstrated understanding of the field of biodesign
* Demonstrated technical understanding of biodesign laboratory practices
* Demonstrated experience working in art and design educational context
* Demonstrated strength in written communication skills
** Preferred Qualifications**:
***** A terminal degree in art, design, bio-science, or other relevant field (or equivalent professional experience)
* Contributions to the field of biodesign and/or biodesign education through publication, presentations, and other modes of public engagement
* Experience working in art/design educational context and science/engineering educational context.
** Salary**:
**** Commensurate with experience with salary range from $15,000-$25,000 during the appointment term - Part Time/Exempt
* Cover Letter identifying your qualifications, experience, and what interests you about this position
* Comprehensive CV
* 1-3 Example syllabi written by the applicant
* Optional:
+ Portfolio of related work – website link or PDF  + Portfolio of student work – website link or PDF
- Remote or hybrid work options are available for this role.

* A minimum of three on-site work periods will be required, spread throughout the development process
* * Physical Demands:
* While performing the duties of a job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to (amt) pounds. 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)
* * Work environment:
* While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
* * 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)
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MICA is redefining the role of the artists and designers as creative, solutions-oriented makers and thinkers who will drive social, cultural, and economic advancement for our future.

As the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art and design in the nation, MICA is located in Baltimore, deeply connected to the community. It is a leading contributor to the creative economy regionally and a top producer of nationally and internationally recognized professional artists and designers.
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