"Assistant/Associate Professor 10 Months, Robert Busch School of Design, Fall 2025"

The Robert Busch School of Design invites research-active educators to apply for a tenure-track position in the Interior Design program. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate studio and lecture courses within the professional CIDA-Accredited Interior Design program with particular emphasis on the changing nature of the Interior Design profession (including virtual/augmented reality and artificial intelligence). Experience in one or more of the following areas is expected: spatial planning; 3D representation and technologies; occupant experience; materials application; sustainable practices; and a working knowledge of the intersection of interior design, architecture, and construction. The candidate will teach in-person at the Union campus and non-teaching hours will be devoted to advising and providing other support services to students, including career mentorship and placement. The successful candidate will contribute intellectually to the formation of this professional program by developing research and/or creative scholarship that may include refereed publications, competitive creative work, scholarly presentations and grantsmanship. Participation in innovative teaching and curriculum development and active engagement in professional organizations is expected.

Qualifications: A terminal degree in Interior Design, Architecture or a related field is required. Applicants with a Master's degree and an extraordinary record of professional/creative achievement equivalent to a Ph.D. or other terminal degree as determined by the University may also be considered. Candidate must have an established and active independent research record that supports publication in peer reviewed journals or publication venues appropriate for the discipline and a strong agenda for future research. Preferred qualifications include: a minimum of two years of previous teaching experience at the college level or five years of professional business practice; membership in industry organizations (ex. AIA, ASID, IIDA, IDEC); NCARB or NCIDQ certification or have qualified/be on track to sit for the exams; hold LEED AP credentials; and have both hand and digital representational skills.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Official transcripts are required before appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $77,715.97 to $90,671.08 (Steps 5-9). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.