Bring your creative vision and design expertise to South Dakota State University! The School of Design invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Interior Design. We are seeking a collaborative educator with a strong foundation in interior design or interior architecture and specialized expertise in one or more content areas such as materials, computer aided design software (Revit, Sketchup, Enscape), codes and regulations, design expertise in a curricular studio area (commercial, hospitality, education, civic, health care, residential). The position is typically 70% teaching. 20% research and 10% service. This is a tenure-track, 9-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position located in Brookings, South Dakota.
The School of Design includes accredited degrees in the visual arts: graphic design, and studio arts and the built environment: architecture, interior design and landscape architecture. Collectively, School faculty form a collaborative teaching and research environment that values cross-program and interdisciplinary initiatives. The successful candidate will contribute to building national and international stature and recognition for the discipline, School and University.
SDSU offers a 4-year CIDA and NASAD accredited Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design degree. The mission of Interior Design is to prepare graduates for professional practice or advanced study in interior design through research informed, design thinking infused and practice-based projects and opportunities.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach courses within the professional curriculum covering disciplinary content such as materials, computer aided design software (Revit, Sketchup, Enscape), codes and regulations, design expertise in a curricular studio area (commercial, hospitality, education, civic, health care, residential).
- Provide service to the discipline, university, and community.
- Teach in multi-disciplinary courses within the School of Design.
- Conduct a research agenda with dissemination of peer reviewed products.
BENEFITS:
SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Master’s of Fine Arts in Interior Design or Interior Architecture, Masters of Architecture or MS in Architecture coupled with an undergraduate degree in Interior Design by start date.
- Ability or potential to develop and teach academic coursework in one or more of the disciplinary content areas.
- Ability or potential to conduct research with peer reviewed dissemination of products.
- Effective written communication skills.
- Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctorate of Design (coupled with undergraduate degree in Interior Design) or PhD in Interior Design or closely related field.
- Record of service within the discipline, profession, or community.
- NCIDQ certification or NAAB licensure.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement as well as a statement of academic interest, Curriculum Vitae, a reference page with the contact information for three professional references, and a portfolio (25 page max. and 10MB max.) that demonstrates research, scholarship, teaching and/or service activity related to the position qualifications (links will not be reviewed). Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date: 11/02/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026
Advertised Salary: The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $69,000.
Duration of the Term: 9 months
Appointment Percent: 100
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Proposed Rank: Assistant Professor
Appointment Type: Regular
Scope of Search: External (includes Internal)
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact search committee chair Mark Stemwedel at Mark.Stemwedel@sdstate.edu.
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements: Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Physical Requirements: Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time, Use of Either Hand, Independently
Describe any of the conditions selected: Fine Finger Manipulation – basic keyboarding and computer skills
Sensory Requirements: Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)
Working Environment: Classroom Environment, Office Environment
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Reference List
- Portfolio
