Assistant Professor, Interior Architecture Design
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on850 North, Hillcrest Neighborhood, Logan, Cache County, Utah, 84322, United States
The Interior Architecture & Design program at Utah State University is a CIDA-accredited leader, holding the distinction of being the first in the state to receive this recognition. Ranked eighth nationally for value in Interior Design Education, the program has built a strong reputation for winning national and international design competitions. With approximately 100 undergraduate majors, our faculty are dedicated experts in preparing designers for professional success. The curriculum is highly competitive, requiring students to pass a first-year portfolio review and a second-year review to continue. Students gain real-world experience through a mandatory six-week internship, active participation in professional associations like ASID and IIDA, and travel opportunities to prominent design venues and historic sites. Our graduates enter the job market with robust portfolios, often passing the LEED Green Associate exam early in their careers, and go on to become leaders in the design profession.
We are seeking an Assistant Professor to join our tenure-track team in the Department of Art and Design. This position offers the opportunity to teach undergraduate and graduate interior architectural design studios and lecture courses, fostering a collaborative environment within the design disciplines. The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to teaching and working with students, while also engaging in academic or creative scholarship, including grant writing and publishing high-quality research. You will play a vital role in maintaining our CIDA accreditation and contributing to department, college, and university service. This role is ideal for a scholar-practitioner who is eager to connect with the design industry and provide service to the profession at national, state, and local levels.
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university and an R1 research institution. USU is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. We prepare students to be active, civically engaged leaders capable of addressing critical societal challenges. With over 29,800 students across 30 locations, including the main campus in Logan, USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. Forbes recognized USU as the best employer in Utah in 2023, reflecting our commitment to a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported.
Interested candidates should contact the search committee chair, Darrin Brooks, at darrin.brooks@usu.edu for more information. The committee will begin reviewing applications on February 10th, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply, please submit the following via the online application:
Finalists will be asked to make a public presentation.
Utah State University is dedicated to fostering a community where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. USU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support partners seeking employment and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Work model: On-site
850 North, Hillcrest Neighborhood, Logan, Cache County, Utah, 84322, United States
Logan, Utah
Licensed Architect or Certified Interior Designer with LEED AP and/or WELL AP, and experience in large-scale commercial architecture and interior environments. Skilled in teaching architectural drafting, construction documents, and modeling software, including AutoCAD and Revit, as well as emerging technologies. Well-versed in architecture, building codes, construction methods, sustainability, and business practices. Familiar with research and academic scholarship, and CIDA accreditation standards.
Skills: Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Architecture, Furniture Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Lighting Design, Architectural Drafting, Construction Documents, Modeling Software.
Education: Terminal degree (such as MFA, M.Arch., Ph.D.) required in Architecture, Interior Design, or related fields.
