Assistant Teaching Professor - Interior Design

Assistant Teaching Professor

• Interior Design Bowling Green State University, United States about 16 hours ago

Location:

Campus, ILLINOIS

Job Type:

FullTime Summary The School of Applied Human Development invites applications for one qualified rank, non-tenure track, Assistant Teaching Professor in Interior Design with a start date of August 2026. This is a nine-month non renewable appointment. Bowling Green State University's Interior Design program is a four-year bachelor's program (BSID) accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design {NASAD). The Program aspires to be a student centered learning community for developing individuals and shaping the future through learning, discovery, collaboration and personal growth. The School of Applied Human Development is a multidisciplinary school within the College of Education and Human Development that is dedicated to communicating, advancing, and ing knowledge that fosters the well-being of individuals and families. There are approximately 800 students in the undergraduate programs of Exercise Science, Fashion Merchandising and Product Development, Human Development and Family Science, Interior Design, Sport Management, and Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management, and in the graduate programs of Athletic Training and Sport Administration and Kinesiology. The school is supported by approximately thirty-seven full-time faculty and staff. The College of Education and Human Development, BGSU's founding college, is the home to a dynamic group of graduate and undergraduate programs, housed across three academic units: the School of Applied Human Development; the School of Counseling, Higher Education, Leadership, and Foundations; and the School of Inclusive Teacher Education. Approximately 150 full-time faculty and staff serve over 3,000 undergraduate students and over 1,000 graduate students. The College promotes and supports a community of inclusion, collaboration, and respect for students, faculty, and staff. This strong sense of community serves as the central tenet for the College's priorities for integrating professional preparation, leadership and service, experiential learning, and inquiry and innovation in all academic programs and related experiences. The College has extensive partnerships across professional, school, and community settings that facilitate collaboration for student experiences and research opportunities. As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master's programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years. Guided by Forward, BGSU's strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fifth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience. Essential Functions Primary Functions

• Teach undergraduate courses in the Interior Design program.
• Contribute to the school, college, university, and profession through service and engagement activities. Specific Responsibilities
• Undergraduate teaching of four (4) courses per semester. Major responsibility for teaching interior design studios. Studios and courses are primarily face
• to-face, with some on line and evening sections.
• Provide service to the program, school, college, university, and professional associations.
• Advise undergraduate students. Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree completed by August, 2026.
• At least one degree in interior design or a related field.
• Three years of professional experience in the field. Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of the Canvas course management system, university, and on line teaching.
• Terminal degree (e.

g., Ph.D., Ed.

D.) in interior design, or a related field.

• Evidence of effective teaching experience at the university level. Additional Information Application Materials Required
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Separate, no more than one-page, statement of teaching philosophy and/or experience
• Names and contact information of three professional references Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.

Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts. BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment. Application Deadline The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by April 9, 2026. Salary & Benefits Competitive and commensurate with candidate's experience and credentials. Full benefits package available. For further information, contact Dr. Jennifer Waldron, Interim Director of the School of Applied Human Development, at waldronjbgsu . Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. EEOC Know Your Rights OCRC Know Your Rights In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohrbgsu . BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents