Assistant​/Associate Professor, Tenure Track - Interior Design

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure Track - Interior Design

Application Review Date: January 12, 2026, and open until filled

Campus

Location:

Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered

Assistant or Associate Professor, 9 Month Tenure Track - Possibility of Interior Design Coordinator. Rank and position to be determined by qualifications.

Teaching areas are flexible and are determined based upon department need but may include both upper and lower division interior design courses, both lecture and studio-based. Teaching responsibilities could include: design foundations and conceptual design, residential and commercial design, computer-aided design (AutoCAD, Adobe CS, Revit, Sketch Up and Enscape), building systems and codes and making in design. Non-teaching responsibilities include advising students;

assisting with departmental, college, and university activities; participating in scholarly research and/or creative activities; and the possibility of becoming the interior design coordinator with possible course release.

A minimum of a Master's degree in Interior Design or related discipline is required. Must be able to use computer software programs related to the industry.

Terminal degree and/or PhD preferred. Professional certification and/or scholarship in one's area of expertise and professional practice desirable.

Demonstrated teaching expertise, professional practice experience, and NCIDQ preferred. Experience with current computer presentation software (AutoCAD, Adobe CS, Revit, Sketch Up and Enscape) is desirable. Experience with Space Planning desirable. Must be able to use computer software programs related to the industry. NCIDQ, EDAC and/or LEED preferred.

All applicants must submit the following:
Please submit your application, curriculum vitae, cover letter addressing the listed qualifications, and upload the following attachments:

• Reference list - provide the names, addresses and phone numbers for three references.
• Course syllabi with at least three assignments.
• Portfolio of work – professional work highlighting involvement with the project and student work referencing the class/yr and computer programs utilized as appropriate.
• Official transcripts will be required of all finalists prior to interview.

For more information, contact:
Dr. Holly L. Cline, Professor and Department Chair at:
Cell:  E-mail: hcline.

All applicants must apply through Radford University's Careers Site.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Months per Year: 9

Statement of Economic Interest

Required:

No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty

Normal

Work Schedule:

M-F 8:00
-5:00 some evening evenings and weekends

Employee Classification: Assistant Professor

Department: Interior Design/Fashion, Dept of

Salary: Commensurate with Experience.

Department Contact Name: Holly Cline

Department Contact Phone:

Department Contact Email: hcline

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