Assistant Professor of Practice in Interior Design

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sam Houston State University invites applications for a 9-month appointment as Assistant Professor of Practice in Interior Design starting Spring 2027. The Department of Human Sciences houses the Interior Design program, offering a BS/BA and a minor, with accreditation from CIDA and NASAD.

The holder will teach undergraduate courses in the Interior Design BA/BS program, including AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, and SketchUp, with a 4/4 teaching load in fall and spring terms.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in interior design or related field.
• Minimum five years of full-time professional practice or equivalent teaching experience.
• Ability to teach across a variety of design technologies and develop portfolios.
• Professional association membership preferred (IDEC, IIDA, ASID or AIA).

Responsabilités

• Teach undergraduate courses in the Interior Design BA/BS program.
• Courses will include AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, and SketchUp.
• Maintain a 4/4 teaching load during fall and spring semesters.

Connaissances

AutoCAD

Revit

Enscape

SketchUp

Formation

Master’s degree in interior design or related field

Description du poste

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, theuniversity boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with thespirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful,natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a studentpopulation of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamiccommunity. SHSU has a small town feel with large scaleopportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas andjust an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides arearesidents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfillingand impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible workenvironment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs thatsupport a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employeewell-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professionaldevelopment opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to theprovisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizesthe employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Practice in Interior Design

Requisition

202600110F

Rank

Assistant Professor of Practice

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College

College of Health Sciences

Department

Dept of Human Sciences

Open Date

08/31/2026

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48282

Contact Name

Shelby A. Brock, M.S., RID

Title

Associate Professor of Practice Interior Design Program Coordinator Department of Human Science 1700 University Avenue, Suite 124 Sam Houston University Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone

936-294-1247

Contact Email

[e-mail]

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Human Sciences at Sam Houston State University (SHSU ) invites applications from qualified candidates for a 9-monthappointment as an Assistant Professor of Practice in InteriorDesign beginning Spring 2027. The Department of Human Sciences is one of six academic units inthe College of Health Sciences, and the Interior Design program isone of three and the largest undergraduate programs in thedepartment with 120 students. The department offers a B.S., B.A.,and a minor in Interior Design, and holds accreditation from theCouncil for Interior Design Accreditation ( CIDA ) and the NationalAssociation of Schools of Art and Design ( NASAD ). The primary responsibilities of this position include teachingundergraduate courses in the Interior Design BA/BS program. Courseswill include teaching AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, and SketchUpsoftware, foundation courses in applied design theory, and otherstudio and lecture courses as needed for the program. Theappointment will include a 4/4 teaching load during the fall andspring semesters.

LOCATION :

There are multiple options for places tolive near our campuses. The city of Huntsville is nestled in theEast Texas Piney Woods and is centrally located on a direct routebetween Houston and Dallas. With a population of roughly 40,000(excluding SHSU ), Huntsville offers the simplicity of small-townlife and easy access to surrounding larger cities including Conroe,The Woodlands, and Bryan/College Station. Full of Texas history andcharm, this county seat is home to multiple museums, annualfestivities, antique stores, year-round outdoor activities,vineyards, golf courses, lakes, and a beautiful state park. In alittle over an hour after leaving the main campus, you can arrivein downtown Houston. It provides access to large entertainmentvenues and art museums. If you prefer life on the water, LakeConroe and Lake Livingston are a short commute, and GalvestonIsland and the Gulf Coast are a two-hour drive.

For more information regarding SHSU and the local area, pleasevisit our ProspectiveFaculty webpage.

Educational Requirements for the Position

The ideal candidate would possess a minimum of a Master’s degree ininterior design or a related field. Substantial and notableprofessional interior design practice experience, professionalcredentials, and state/national licensure as a design professionalmay be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.

Experience Required for the Position

Required: A minimum of five years of full-time experience inprofessional practice work or a combination of professionalpractice and university-level teaching experience is required. Thedemonstrated experience should be in interior design, architectureor a related discipline. Proficiency and ability to teach across avariety of design technology as noted in the position details isrequired and should be demonstrated in the candidate’s professionalportfolio sample.

Other Requirements for the Position

Preferred: Experience in workplace and/or healthcare designis preferred. Membership in at least one of the followingprofessional organizations: IDEC, IIDA, ASID, or AIA is preferred.Additional credentials/certifications in any one or more of thefollowing: NCIDQ, LEED -AP, AAHID, WELL -AP, or EDAC ispreferred.

Special Instructions Summary

Interested candidates should submit the following requireddocuments:

• Cover letter detailing the candidate’s interest in theposition, professional experience, previous teaching experience,and involvement in service at the community, departmental,university, state, or national level; it is also recommended that acandidate address any experiences related to the preferred criterialisted in the position description.
• Curriculum vitae/resume.
• Include sample Portfolio of professional design work to theTeaching Portfolio Tab as a .pdf file. Student work samples mayalso be submitted if the candidate has previous teachingexperience.
• Names and contact information of three professional references.
  • Letters of recommendation will be required if the candidate isselected for an interview, but they are not needed at the time ofapplication.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment OpportunityEmployer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race,creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, nationalorigin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteranstatus. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensureequal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII asinterpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State Universityis an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will haveadditional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions atSHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code§51.215.

AnnualSecurity and Fire Safety Report

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

1. * How did you learn about this position?
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • TWC - Work in Texas
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
   • SHSU Website
   • SHSU Employee
   • Other
2. If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee"please indicate employee's name and department.
3. If your response to the question above was "Other" pleaseindicate from what source.

Candidate Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
2. Cover Letter
3. Reference Contact Information
4. Teaching Portfolio

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 1
2. Letter of Recommendation 2
3. Letter of Recommendation 3