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: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Job Description

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, SketchUp 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.

Required Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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, SketchUp 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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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: 540-239-3559 E-mail: hcline@radford.edu .
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: 5402393559

Department Contact Email: hcline@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.