Assistant Professor of Practice

North Dakota University System•Fargo, ND

54d•$60,000

About The Position

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN POSITION DESCRIPTION/VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate interior design courses in two or more of the following areas: manual and computer-aided drafting, graphics, advanced studio, sustainable design, or construction methods; advise undergraduate students; participate in program development and maintenance; develop and maintain liaisons with members of the profession and industry; and participate in university and public service. Demonstrate collaboration within the department and program, as exhibited by the ability to share ideas, work cooperatively, and participate in shared decision making. Program: North Dakota State University offers a BS and BA in interior design. Accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, the interior design program is offered in the Department of Architecture and Interior Design, located in the School of Design, Architecture, and Art in the College of Arts and Sciences. The program serves approximately 130 interior design students with three full-time faculty and 2 part-time faculty Work Schedule: Faculty Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice of Interior Design nine-month appointment Effective: August 16, 2026 Hiring Range: $60,000+ DOE, Pay is based on several factors, including budget, labor market, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and/or certification and other business considerations. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in interior design or closely related field or equivalent professional experience. Teaching and/or professional experience in interior design. Potential for student advising and curriculum development. Effective oral/written communication skills, leadership skills, and computer/technology skills. Demonstrate collegiality. Professional membership and demonstrated involvement in ASID, IIDA, IDEC, or other organizations. Preferred Qualifications: M.S. in interior design or closely related field NCIDQ certification. Teaching experience and evidence of scholarly competence and research and/or the ability to obtain external funding. Applicant Materials Required: Complete applications must include a letter of application, vita, official transcripts, and a portfolio of student and/or professional work. Additional information may be requested. Candidate selection will begin December 2, 2025. Apply online at https://www.ndsu.edu/employment/joblist NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS! Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation Superb Retirement Plan Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position Basic Term Life Insurance Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year) Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver) Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU About Us: North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment. NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country. NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live. NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach. Equal Opportunity Statement: NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, [email protected]. No Smoking Notice: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10. Veteran's Preference Notice: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements. Reasonable Accommodation Information: North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or [email protected].

Requirements

Master's degree in interior design or closely related field or equivalent professional experience.
Teaching and/or professional experience in interior design.
Potential for student advising and curriculum development.
Effective oral/written communication skills, leadership skills, and computer/technology skills.
Demonstrate collegiality.
Professional membership and demonstrated involvement in ASID, IIDA, IDEC, or other organizations.

Nice To Haves

M.S. in interior design or closely related field
NCIDQ certification.
Teaching experience and evidence of scholarly competence and research and/or the ability to obtain external funding.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate interior design courses in two or more of the following areas: manual and computer-aided drafting, graphics, advanced studio, sustainable design, or construction methods
Advise undergraduate students
Participate in program development and maintenance
Develop and maintain liaisons with members of the profession and industry
Participate in university and public service
Demonstrate collaboration within the department and program, as exhibited by the ability to share ideas, work cooperatively, and participate in shared decision making.

Benefits

Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
Superb Retirement Plan
Employer Contributions range from 7.5% - 12.26% based on position
Basic Term Life Insurance
Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
Paid Leave - including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans