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Assistant Professor Of Practice or Open Rank - Interior Design

Position Number: 6543134
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Interior Design

Assistant Professor Of Practice or Open Rank - Interior Design

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Position DescriptionThe Department of Interior Design in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Assistant Professor of Practice to begin September 1, 2026.

Position Description
The Department of Interior Design in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Assistant Professor of Practice to begin September 1, 2026.

Major/Essential Functions
At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service. [DG1]

As a faculty member in the Interior Design Program, the Assistant Professor of Practice will be expected to excel in teaching and service while contributing meaningfully to the academic and professional community. This position provides a pathway for experienced design professionals to share their expertise with students through engaging lectures, innovative curriculum development, and active mentoring.

Faculty are expected to engage in scholarly and professional activities such as ongoing professional development, committee service, outreach, and advocacy for the design field. The role also emphasizes fostering collaborative and interdisciplinary initiatives, mentoring students, and creating connections between the classroom and the professional practice of interior design.

Required Qualifications

All applicants are required to have earned a MS and/or MA by time of appointment, in Interior Design or a related field.
Previous experience in interior design professional practice by date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

Preferred qualifications include the following:

Previous experience in interior design professional practice, by date of hire, either having passed the NCIDQ exam or meeting eligibility requirements to sit for it
Terminal degree (Ph.D., MFA) in Interior Design or a related field
Teaching experience in higher education
Experience with and competency in relevant industry-standard software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp)
WELL AP, NKBA, AAHID, or other relevant certification(s) The candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate level courses while providing service to the Department, the College, and the University as appropriate

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include the following documents in your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Transcripts
Portfolio
Teaching Portfolio
Other Document(s) directly related to required qualifications
Names of and contact information for at least three professional references, at least one of which speaks to teaching experience and effectiveness.

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Andrea Wade/Professor of Practice, Search Committee Chair at Department of Design at andrwade@ttu.edu.

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.