Assistant/Associate Professor of Interior Design Program of School of Design

Department

School of Design

Responsibilities

Florida State University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position in Interior Design program at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.

We seek a collaborative educator and scholar who will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education through innovative teaching, research and/or creative scholarship, and student mentorship. The successful candidate will advance human-centered design, evidence-based inquiry, and creative and critical thinking while preparing students to address complex challenges in the built environment.

Candidates should demonstrate expertise that complements and expands the program's strengths and the ability to connect design inquiries with professional practice. We welcome contributions to interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship, graduate education, and the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies into design.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate studio, lecture, and/or seminar courses in interior design.
• Contribute expertise in Construction Documents, Construction Systems, Commercial Office and Hospitality Design, with flexibility to support other areas of the curriculum.
• Develop and sustain a program of research and/or creative scholarship, disseminate work through appropriate peer-reviewed or juried outlets, and pursue external funding opportunities.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students; advise graduate research and creative work; and chair or serve on thesis committees.
• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation activities.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration and the integration of research, creative inquiry, and professional practice into teaching.
• Provide service to the academic unit, College, University, community, and profession, as appropriate to rank and assignment.
• Participate in relevant academic and/or professional organizations.

Qualifications

• An earned master's or doctoral degree in interior design, interior architecture, architecture, or a closely related field with substantial working experience
• Demonstrated teaching experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Autodesk products, and familiarity with rendering & 3D visualization software (e.g., Enscape).
• Demonstrated ability to teach interior design studios and related courses effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a sustained program of research and/or creative scholarship.
• Proficiency in design communication and the application of relevant design technologies in teaching, practice, and/or scholarship.
• Effective oral, written, and visual communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and support student learning and development.

Candidates for appointment at the Assistant Professor rank should demonstrate promise in teaching, research and/or creative scholarship, and service.

Candidates for appointment at the Associate Professor rank should demonstrate a sustained record of teaching effectiveness, research and/or creative achievement, and service commensurate with appointment at that rank at Florida State University.

Preferred Qualifications

• An MFA, M. Arch, PhD, or equivalent terminal degree in interior design, interior architecture, architecture, or a closely related field, completed by the appointment start date.
• Expertise in emerging design technologies (e.g., AI, VR, AR, etc.) and their thoughtful application to design education and inquiry (research/creative components).
• NCIDQ certification, architectural licensure or NCARB certification, and/or other relevant professional credentials.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Professional practice experience in interior design, interior architecture, architecture, or related areas.
• Experience mentoring graduate students and supporting their thesis research or creative scholarship.
• Experience with interdisciplinary teaching, research, or collaborative design practice.
• Evidence of external funding activity or potential to develop externally supported projects.
• Familiarity with Council for Interior Design Accreditation standards and accreditation processes.

Other Information

The Interior Design Program in the School of Design at Florida State University emphasizes human-centered design, evidence-based design processes, and creative and critical thinking. The program prepares students to contribute to human health, safety, and well-being through the environments and experiences they design.

Situated within the College of Fine Arts, the program offers opportunities to connect design education with broader artistic, scholarly, and interdisciplinary inquiry. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued development of undergraduate and graduate education and help strengthen the program's research and creative contributions.

The College of Fine Arts at Florida State University is dedicated to fostering artistic excellence, creative exploration, and scholarly inquiry across a variety of disciplines. Our renowned faculty and staff educate and empower students to become visionary performers, artists, educators, art historians, designers, curators, art therapists, researchers, and arts administrators who shape the future of the visual arts, healing arts, performing arts, and design. Through passionate teaching, community engagement, innovative research, and artistic practice we enrich lives, elevate artistic expression, and inspire positive change and well-being in society.

Contact Info

Questions may be directed to Search committee chair, Daejin Kim, Ph.D., Associate Professor

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Faculty Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

• A letter of interest addressing qualifications, teaching expertise, and anticipated contributions to the program.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A teaching statement of one to two pages.
• A research and/or creative scholarship statement of one to two pages.
• A PDF portfolio containing 10–20 examples of research, creative, professional, and/or teaching-related work. Identify the applicant's role in collaborative projects and distinguish student work from the applicant's own work.

Confidential Letters of Reference: This position requires that you have three confidential professional letters of recommendation submitted on your behalf. Follow the steps below to request these letters through our system:

1) After submitting your application, click the Explore Jobs link;
2) Click the My References link;
3) Click the Send/View Reference Request button next to the appropriate position; and
4) Follow the steps on that page to send your references a system generated email requesting they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

You may also return to the My References link and click on "Send/View Reference Request" to see if your references have responded, add additional references, or resend requests.

Candidates who currently hold tenure and are seeking appointment with tenure at Florida State University will need to submit the materials for evaluation if selected. These materials are required to support the tenure review process at the time of hire. Finalists may be asked to provide the below additional documentation as part of the evaluation.

• Examples of excellence in research or creative activity or excellence in teaching.
• CV
• One-page statement of their accomplishments over the last five years.
• Discussion of their teaching, research and service (no longer than six pages).
• Three outside letters of recommendation directed specifically to Florida State University. No professional relationships should exist between the candidate and the external reviewer. Relationships include, but are not limited to, student- teacher (including dissertation committee chairs and members), colleagues in graduate school, former departmental colleagues, collaborators, and co-authors. These letters should be sent to MiKayla Jackson, Administrative Specialist, directly from the external reviewer. mjj22e@fsu.edu

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled and will begin Fall 2027.

Review of applications will begin on December 15 and continue until the position is filled.

The faculty rank associated with the appointment will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.