Appalachian State University
Interior Design Assistant/Associate Professor
Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, United States, 28607
Interior Design Assistant/Associate Professor
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Posting Details
Position Title: Interior Design Assistant/Associate Professor
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Rank: Assistant, Associate
Position Number: 045381
VISA Sponsorship: Available (eligible to work and live in the U.S.)
Working Location: Boone, NC
Full Time; 1.0 years per academic year (9 months per year)
Posting Date: 10/27/2025
Closing Date: Open until filled
Posting Number: FA00533P
Position Summary Seeking a candidate who possesses a terminal degree in Interior Design or a design‑related discipline (Ph.D., MFA, M.Arch., or equivalent) with a minimum of one studio‑based degree in Interior Design/Interior Architecture.
Qualifications
Relevant terminal degree (Ph.D., MFA, M.Arch., or equivalent) in Interior Design or related field.
Minimum one studio‑based degree in Interior Design/Interior Architecture.
Evidence of successful college/university teaching experience.
Experience with CIDA accreditation review.
NCIDQ certification, LEED and/or WELL accreditation are of interest.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
A demonstrated specialization in three or more of the following areas: AI applications in design, virtual reality, codes and standards, construction documentation and detailing, environmentally‑sensitive design, collaboration, evidence‑based design, human‑centered design, environmental psychology, ergonomics, human factors, or design technologies.
Proficiency in the one or more of the following software programs: 20/20, 3D Studio Max, ProWalker GPU, Procreate, Morpholio, Twinmotion, V‑ray, SU Podium.
Expertise in software including Autodesk Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, Sketch‑Up, the Adobe Creative Suite.
Evidence of AI integration in a design curriculum.
Engagement with the interior design profession, professional organizations, and/or experience in professional practice.
Experience with CIDA accreditation review.
License/Certification Required While not required, NCIDQ certification, LEED and/or WELL Accredited Professionals are of interest.
Department Description The interior design program is a four‑year, professional degree program that leads to a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design. The program balances theoretical and pragmatic approaches delivered through lecture and studio courses, and is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). Environmental responsibility in design is a focus of the curriculum. The Department of Applied Design offers three NASAD accredited undergraduate majors with nearly 500 students across apparel design, industrial design, and interior design. Applied Design includes 12,000 square feet of prototyping studios, computer labs, and designated classrooms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teach courses in the Interior Design program.
Participate in program development, CIDA accreditation, departmental and university committee work.
Advise students.
Produce an active agenda of scholarly or creative work in the field of interior design.
Develop and maintain high‑quality studio resources.
ABD Consideration ABD applicants with a reduction in rank and salary may be considered. Evidence of successful dissertation defense must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a one‑year fixed‑term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor, with a salary reduced to the lower rate for full‑time instructors. If degree verification is provided before the end of the one‑year contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of Assistant Professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
Application Instructions A complete application includes:
Letter of application addressing minimal qualifications and areas of interest.
Current curriculum vitae.
Copy of transcripts.
Complete contact information for three professional references.
Portfolio of student work from classes taught (not to exceed 9 MB).
Portfolio of professional design work and/or scholarly/creative endeavors.
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Curriculum Vitae
Transcript – Undergraduate (Unofficial) – No Password Protected Documents
Transcript – Graduate (Unofficial) – No Password Protected Documents
List of References with Contact Information
Link to Portfolio
Optional Documents
Transcript – Doctoral (Unofficial) – No Password Protected Documents
Link to Portfolio (2)
Search Chair Name: Brian F. Davies Email: daviesbf@appstate.edu
Posting Number: FA00533P
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Posting Details
Position Title: Interior Design Assistant/Associate Professor
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Rank: Assistant, Associate
Position Number: 045381
VISA Sponsorship: Available (eligible to work and live in the U.S.)
Working Location: Boone, NC
Full Time; 1.0 years per academic year (9 months per year)
Posting Date: 10/27/2025
Closing Date: Open until filled
Posting Number: FA00533P
Position Summary Seeking a candidate who possesses a terminal degree in Interior Design or a design‑related discipline (Ph.D., MFA, M.Arch., or equivalent) with a minimum of one studio‑based degree in Interior Design/Interior Architecture.
Qualifications
Relevant terminal degree (Ph.D., MFA, M.Arch., or equivalent) in Interior Design or related field.
Minimum one studio‑based degree in Interior Design/Interior Architecture.
Evidence of successful college/university teaching experience.
Experience with CIDA accreditation review.
NCIDQ certification, LEED and/or WELL accreditation are of interest.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
A demonstrated specialization in three or more of the following areas: AI applications in design, virtual reality, codes and standards, construction documentation and detailing, environmentally‑sensitive design, collaboration, evidence‑based design, human‑centered design, environmental psychology, ergonomics, human factors, or design technologies.
Proficiency in the one or more of the following software programs: 20/20, 3D Studio Max, ProWalker GPU, Procreate, Morpholio, Twinmotion, V‑ray, SU Podium.
Expertise in software including Autodesk Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, Sketch‑Up, the Adobe Creative Suite.
Evidence of AI integration in a design curriculum.
Engagement with the interior design profession, professional organizations, and/or experience in professional practice.
Experience with CIDA accreditation review.
License/Certification Required While not required, NCIDQ certification, LEED and/or WELL Accredited Professionals are of interest.
Department Description The interior design program is a four‑year, professional degree program that leads to a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design. The program balances theoretical and pragmatic approaches delivered through lecture and studio courses, and is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). Environmental responsibility in design is a focus of the curriculum. The Department of Applied Design offers three NASAD accredited undergraduate majors with nearly 500 students across apparel design, industrial design, and interior design. Applied Design includes 12,000 square feet of prototyping studios, computer labs, and designated classrooms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teach courses in the Interior Design program.
Participate in program development, CIDA accreditation, departmental and university committee work.
Advise students.
Produce an active agenda of scholarly or creative work in the field of interior design.
Develop and maintain high‑quality studio resources.
ABD Consideration ABD applicants with a reduction in rank and salary may be considered. Evidence of successful dissertation defense must be received by July 31 for a fall hire or November 30 for a spring hire. If confirmation is not provided by the deadline, the candidate will receive a one‑year fixed‑term contract and be hired at the rank of Instructor, with a salary reduced to the lower rate for full‑time instructors. If degree verification is provided before the end of the one‑year contract, the candidate will be returned to the rank of Assistant Professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.
Application Instructions A complete application includes:
Letter of application addressing minimal qualifications and areas of interest.
Current curriculum vitae.
Copy of transcripts.
Complete contact information for three professional references.
Portfolio of student work from classes taught (not to exceed 9 MB).
Portfolio of professional design work and/or scholarly/creative endeavors.
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Curriculum Vitae
Transcript – Undergraduate (Unofficial) – No Password Protected Documents
Transcript – Graduate (Unofficial) – No Password Protected Documents
List of References with Contact Information
Link to Portfolio
Optional Documents
Transcript – Doctoral (Unofficial) – No Password Protected Documents
Link to Portfolio (2)
Search Chair Name: Brian F. Davies Email: daviesbf@appstate.edu
Posting Number: FA00533P
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