Assistant Professor of Professional Practice - Interior Design

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor of Professional Practice - Interior Design

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM AD - School of Interior Design (Marsha R Cuddeback (00004874))

   

Work Location:

0402 Julian T. White Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

Summary

The LSU School of Interior Design seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor of Practice non-tenure track appointment. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a broad understanding of the discipline of Interior Design, as well as a strong record of practice and teaching.

Job Responsibilities

Candidates are expected to teach and engage in service to the School, College, and University. Teaching assignments include studios, lecture courses, and seminars. Candidates should value interdisciplinary collaboration and scholarship, and have the ability to contribute to multiple levels of the Interior Design curriculum while promoting design excellence. 80%

Conduct service work through School, College, and University committees and community/professional activities. Additional responsibilities include student advising and mentoring. 20%

Minimum Qualifications

Masters (terminal degree in Interior Design or related field). Should possess a strong record of professional practice and teaching experience in the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

A professional degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture; Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification, LEED Accredited Professional and/or WELL Accredited Professional; Ability to integrate digital design technologies in teaching; A successful record of previous teaching experience in interior design; Professional practice experience. NCIDQ Certification

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Applicants should provide the following through the university’s online application portal:

1.Letter of interest
2.Complete resume
3.Names and contact information of three professional references
4.Portfolio (pdf or link) of professional and/or academic work

Questions should be directed to the following:
Marsha R. Cuddeback, Director
mcuddeb@lsu.edu

   

Posting Date:

May 12, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

May 26, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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