Assistant Professor of Practice in Interior Design

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

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

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Position Details

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-month appointment as an Assistant Professor of Practice in Interior Design beginning Spring 2027.

The Department of Human Sciences is one of six academic units in the College of Health Sciences, and the Interior Design program is one of three and the largest undergraduate programs in the department with 120 students. The department offers a B.S., B.A., and a minor in Interior Design, and holds accreditation from the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

The primary responsibilities of this position include teaching undergraduate courses in the Interior Design BA/BS program. Courses will include teaching AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, and SketchUp software, foundation courses in applied design theory, and other studio and lecture courses as needed for the program. The appointment will include a 4/4 teaching load during the fall and spring semesters.

LOCATION:

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

For more information regarding SHSU and the local area, please visit our Prospective Faculty webpage.

Educational Requirements for the Position

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

Experience Required for the Position

Required: A minimum of five years of full-time experience in professional practice work or a combination of professional practice and university-level teaching experience is required. The demonstrated experience should be in interior design, architecture or a related discipline. Proficiency and ability to teach across a variety of design technology as noted in the position details is required and should be demonstrated in the candidate’s professional portfolio sample.

Other Requirements for the Position

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

Special Instructions Summary

Interested candidates should submit the following required documents:

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

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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Supplemental Questions

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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
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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