Interior Architecture and Design - Open Pool

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 31 Aug 2023

Posting Details
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Working Title Interior Architecture and Design - Open Pool
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work?
Posting Number 202100436F
Proposed Annual Salary Range 44,000-50,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and  https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Position Type Faculty
Work Hours/Week
Description of Work Unit
One of eight academic units in the College of Health and Human Sciences, the Department of Design and Merchandising offers B.S. degrees in Apparel and Merchandising (AM) and in Interior Architecture and Design (IAD) and a Master of Science degree in Design and Merchandising. Both undergraduate programs are nationally accredited. In 2019, the AM program became the ‘first-in-the-nation’ program accredited by the Textile and Apparel Program Accreditation Commission. The IAD program has been accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation since 1990, and it is one of two accredited programs in the state. The department’s mission is to achieve excellence in education and scholarship through community engagement, industry collaboration, creative exploration, and scientific inquiry. We are committed to advancing and fostering understanding of socially responsible conceptualization, design, adoption, and evaluation of processes, products, and environments that responsively enhance the human experience. As a research-one (R1), public land-grant university, Colorado State University holds an expectation of scholarship in creative, engaged, scientific work. 
The department includes over 20 faculty as well as administrative professionals and staff who support approximately 700 undergraduate students and 20 graduate students. The department is housed in three buildings. The Nancy Richardson Design Center is home to the DM main office, design labs, computer labs, a design library, classrooms equipped with virtual reality, lecture capture, and video conferencing technologies, exhibition areas, and the RDC fabrication labs (prototyping, woods, metals) that support experiential learning. The neighboring Gifford Building features classrooms, computer labs, apparel construction labs, an exhibition gallery, and textile science labs. The Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, located in the University Center for the Arts, is a designated University Center that features exhibition galleries, a textile conservation lab, a classroom, and a library/conference room. The facility also is a repository for 25,000 historically and culturally significant items of dress, textiles, and interior artifacts representing regional, national, and international cultures. To learn more about the Department of Design and Merchandising (DM), visit: https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/dm
Program Features:
  • Selective advancement. Student skills are evaluated at the end of the first year with approximately fifty to sixty students advancing to the second year.
  • Connection with practice. Strong links with practice in the region and nationally and internationally.
  • Internship opportunities. Interior Architecture and Design requires an internship experience for graduation.
  • Technology. Students graduate with expertise in latest software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, virtual reality, etc.) and hardware.
  • International education. Typically, one third undertake interior design study abroad opportunities.
  • Study tours. Many Interior Architecture and Design students bi-annually participate in the Costa Rica and NYC Study Tours.
  • Service learning. Students in courses years 2-4 undertake real world project experiences. Students, faculty, and community partners have been recognized by CSU for exceptional achievement.
  • Evidence-Based Design Research. In addition to the rigorous research in our graduate program, undergraduate students frequently participate in research opportunities, including studies on neurodesign, spatial perception, cognitive experience, and emerging technologies for design.


The Interior Architecture and Design Program prepares high quality, entry-level designers. Following are a few achievement indicators over a sustained period of time.
  • American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Student Chapter won the national “Chapter of the Year,” (2015, 2016, and 2017. Finalist: 2018).
  • IIDA RMC BESTAwards, Student Award for Capstone project (2019, 2020).
  • Kravet, Inc. Crystal Award, sophomore student (2017 and 2018).
  • Durkan Carpet, Inc. Scholarship and Award (2018), sophomore student.
  • Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC) Student Design Competition: our undergraduate and graduate students consistently receive top awards at IDEC regional and national student design competitions
  • CURC: a number of our undergraduate students have been awarded High Honors (top 10% in the college) from the CSU Center for Undergraduate Research (CURC) for their research-based service-learning design projects.
  • The Hospitality Industry Network (NEWH) Awards. Junior students have consistently received first and second place for the Rocky Mountain Region NEWH scholarship award.
  • Remarkable number of students and recent graduates have become LEED AP & Green Associate.

·       This position aligns with the department’s and college’s commitment to sustainability and well-being and intersects with the College’s Design and Build theme through its focus on user-centered design.  
Tenure/Tenure Track?
% Research 0
% Teaching 100
% Service 0
% Administration 0
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 08/31/2023
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date 01/15/2022
Position End Date 05/14/2023
Position Summary
Position Summary

The Department of Design and Merchandising seeks applications for Spring 2022 and through the 2022-2023 academic year, part time, adjunct instructor(s) to teach one or more courses in the Interior Architecture and Design Program. Responsibilities may include teaching required undergraduate courses, serving internship coordinator and/or industry liaison.  It is anticipated that this position would allow for remote work (if desired) and the possibility for continuation through additional semesters based on department and program needs. 
Teaching Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: 
  • Introduction to Interior Design
  • Visual Communication and/or Digital Media
  • Studio
  • Lighting
  • History of Interior Architecture
  • Professional Practice
  • Academic advising for undergraduate interior architecture and design students
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, interior design, or environmental design
  • A minimum of 2-years industry experience in architecture, interior design, or environmental design
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Demonstrated success in teaching at college and university.
  • Demonstrated success in developing academic and/or professional development classes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please submit a 
  • Cover letter 
  • CV or resume
  • Contact information for 3 professional references directly to this posting 
  • Portfolio or work samples optional. 


References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. This pool is valid through August 2023, at which time, applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply. 
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Diversity Statement
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.
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