"Interior Design (Tenure-Track, Open Rank)"

Job Description

Posting Number: F-1001
College/Unit: College of Education & Human Services
Home Department: Department of Fashion, Interior Design, and Merchandising
Employee Group: Tenure-Track Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year)
Position Classification: Tenure Track Faculty
Position Begin Date: 08/24/2026
Position End Date:

Position Summary:

The Central Michigan University College of Education & Human Services is seeking to hire a highly qualified full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty in the dual-accredited undergraduate Interior Design program, with an anticipated start date of August 24, 2026. The position will require teaching undergraduate courses in interior design with expertise in one of the following specialty areas:

• Industry-standard software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Design Processes, involving both application and documentation, encompassing the integration of creativity, functional analysis, building systems, and problem-solving within human-centered design studio classes, e.g., special user groups, hospitality, and mixed-use design.

The successful candidate is expected to consistently uphold research endeavors throughout their career. The candidate will participate in activities such as curriculum development; advising undergraduate students; providing service to the department, college, university and community; as well as maintaining accreditation standards for CIDA and NASAD.

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., M.F.A., M. Arch., or equivalent) with at least one graduate degree in Interior Design or a related field at the time employment begins; ABD candidates will be considered for the rank of Assistant Professor, however, first reappointment will be contingent upon degree completion.
• NCIDQ certification or progress towards completion within one year.
• Evidence of teaching experience.
• Experience with and competency in industry-standard software.
• Evidence of excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of college-level teaching effectiveness.
• Evidence of successful scholarly and creatively activities.
• Competency in industry-standard software Revit and AutoCAD.
• WELL AP, LEED AP, AAHID, CAPS certification or other professional certifications.
• Previous experience in interior design professional practice.
• Demonstrated effective undergraduate advising.
• Affiliation with professional organizations in the discipline.

Message to Applicants:

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letter may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. In your cover letter, please indicate the rank for which you wish to be considered: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. The successful candidate should maintain a record appropriate to rank of teaching, scholarly and creative activities including publications and grant writing. Candidates applying for the Associate or full Professor position should demonstrate a well-established record of scholarship, service, and evidence of excellence in teaching.

For those applying for an Associate or full Professor position, please upload your teaching and professional portfolios under “Work Sample.” For those applying for an Assistant Professor position, submitting a professional portfolio under “Work Sample” is required. For all applicants, please use “Other Document (1)” for any optional documents you would like to provide.

Positions will remain open until filled, although priority consideration will be given to applications completed by January 12, 2026.

About the Department:

The Department of Fashion, Interior Design and Merchandising offers a B.A., B.S. or B.A.A. in Interior Design. The Interior Design program serves approximately 100 majors and minors. The program has a history of strong internship placement, as well as opportunities for study abroad every other year.

Please visit our website for more information about our curriculum, faculty members, and about Central Michigan University.

Posting Begins: 11/07/2025
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes