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Assistant Professor Interior Design
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Position Number: 5753282
Location: Statesboro, GA
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Interior Design

Assistant Professor Interior Design

Job ID: 278659
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the multi-disciplinary School of Human Ecology is a dynamic and growth-oriented applied research unit with over 20 faculty and staff. We serve over 700 undergraduate majors enrolled in programs in areas that include Interior Design, Human Development and Family Services, Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design, and Recreation and Tourism Management. The School accommodates an undergraduate research program and the Child Development Center, an on-campus laboratory school serving 64 children.

The Interior Design program is housed in the Interdisciplinary Academic Building, which was completed in 2018. It has state-of-the-art facilities featuring a dedicated computer lab, studios equipped with WACOM displays, VR technology, and access to a fabrication lab. The CIDA (Council for Interior Design Accreditation) accredited BS in Interior Design has experienced growth over recent years, yielding the need to expand its faculty. The program recently received another 6-year accreditation in the Fall of 2023. The Interior Design program's mission is to provide a professional undergraduate education guided by the standards and expectations of CIDA to develop entry-level designers who can formulate viable and creative evidence-based and human-centered solutions. The curriculum provides a broad range of interior design experiences that develop interior architectural designs, aesthetics, communication, collaboration, technology, and other design skills that emphasize well-being, inclusion, and sustainability. The program is committed to cultivating mutual respect, empathy, and understanding that prepare graduates for professional interior design jobs within the global community.

This is an exciting time to join the program. Along with rapid undergraduate enrollment, we are actively pursuing a master's degree with a human-centered design and health focus that will offer faculty and students additional research and creative scholarship opportunities. We are seeking an individual who is excited about the opportunities these initiatives provide. Current faculty have research focus areas in biophilic design, community design, and healthcare design. Faculty collaborate with Georgia Southern University's Institute for Health, Logistics and Analytics and the Institute for Vibrant and Engaged Communities. We also have opportunities for international research collaboration through Georgia Southern University's campus in Wexford, Ireland

Job Summary

Reporting to the School of Human Ecology Chair, the assistant professor position requires

teaching some combination of lecture and studio courses within our undergraduate

programs, developing a sustainable and productive program of research and/or creative scholarship, providing service to the department, college, and university, as well as engaging in student success and professional development initiatives. The position is an academic (10 month), tenure-track appointment.

Required Qualifications

Earned Ph.D. in Interior Design, an M.Arch, or an MFA in a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Interior Design by August 1, 2025

Ability to complete NCIDQ certification within two years of starting the job

Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Suite programs

Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives

Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development

Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and producing research/creative activities appropriate to the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

NCIDQ certification

Evidence of successful college/university-level teaching experience

Ability and willingness to contribute to course instruction, including courses such as: studio design, design appreciation, textiles, and professional practice courses, along with courses in areas of expertise.

Ability to teach healthcare design, residential design, and aging in place are of particular interest for this search.

Willingness to utilize interior design-related computer programs, specifically AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Suite programs, in some combination with 3DS Max, 20/20, CET Designer, Lumion, virtual reality/augmented reality, or others, within course instruction.

Engagement with the interior design profession and professional organizations (e.g., IIDA, ASID, IDEC, USGBC, WELL, EDAC, CAPS, etc.)

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above, a curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. A portfolio of teaching and scholarship is also required. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Applications will be screened beginning November 25, 2024, and continuing until the position is filled. The preferred start date is August 1, 2025.

Contact Information

Beth McGee, Ph.D., Search Chair

Georgia Southern University

Electronic mail: bethmcgee@georgiasouthern.edu

Telephone: 912-478-0477

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race,
color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

Standard + Education

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=278659&PostingSeq=1