Assistant Professor: Interior Design & Emerging Technologies

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Interior Design beginning Fall 2027. The appointment is for an academic year, seeking a designer, educator, and researcher bridging professional practice and academia.

Candidates will teach undergraduate interior design across foundation studios, space planning, materials, construction, and digital tools, with electives aligned to their research.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (MFA/MIA in Interior Design, MDes, MArch, or PhD) required before start date.
• Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching experience.
• Active program of creative practice or research focusing on emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate interior design across foundation studios, space planning, materials and construction, digital tools, and advanced design studios.
• Develop and sustain an active program of research or creative practice with emphasis on emerging technologies and digital fabrication.
• Mentor students in two degree programs and participate in program governance and development.
• Contribute to an inclusive learning environment and support student success.

Education

Terminal degree in Interior Design or related field

Job description

San Jose State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Interior Design beginning Fall 2027. The appointment is for an academic year, seeking a designer, educator, and researcher bridging professional practice and academia.

Candidates will teach undergraduate interior design across foundation studios, space planning, materials, construction, and digital tools, with electives aligned to their research.