Practitioner in Residence- Interior Design

Practitioner in Residence – Interior Design

Position Summary:

The position is a non‑tenure track Practitioner in Residence for the Interior Design program, located in Boone, NC. The role requires teaching, student development, and professional service in a four‑year professional degree program. The appointment is full‑time, covering 9 months per year.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in a design‑related discipline (Interior Design/Interior Architecture/Architecture)
• Demonstrated specialization in at least three of the following areas: AI applications in design, virtual reality, codes and standards, construction documentation and detailing, environmentally‑sensitive design, collaboration, evidence‑based design, human‑centered design, environmental psychology, ergonomics, human factors, or design technologies.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following software programs: 20/20, 3D Studio Max, Pro Walker GPU, Procreate, Morpholio, Twinmotion, V‑ray, SU Podium.
• Expertise in software including Autodesk Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, Sketch‑Up, and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Evidence of successful college/university teaching experience.
• Preferred: NCIDQ certification, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
• Evidence of AI integration in a design curriculum.
• Engagement with the interior design profession, professional organizations, and/or experience in professional practice.
• Experience with CIDA accreditation review.

Responsibilities:

• Teach four courses per semester in the interior design program.
• Participate in program development and CIDA accreditation.
• Remain engaged in the interior design field and contribute professional knowledge.
• Develop and maintain high‑quality studio resources.

Application Information:

• Letter of application addressing minimum qualifications and areas of interest.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Copy of transcripts.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Portfolio of professional design work and/or scholarly/creative endeavors.

Optional Documents:

• Transcript‑Doctoral (Unofficial) – no password protected documents.
• Additional link to portfolio.

Posting Details:

• Position Number: 063241
• Posting Date: 12/08/2025
• Closing Date:
  Open until filled.
• Proposed Date of Hire: 08/19/2026
• Salary:
  Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• ABD Consideration:
  Candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree are preferred. ABD applicants with a confirmed dissertation defense will be considered for a fixed‑term contract pending degree verification.