School of Planning, Design and Construction

Position Summary 

The Interior Design program at the School of Planning, Design & Construction (SPDC) at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for an Assistant Instructor/Instructor to teach IDES 150 and IDES 152 in Fall 2024. This is a part-time position. The full-time equivalent percentage may vary depending on the candidates’ experience, education and the number of credits.

Posting Number: 959281 

Job Title: Assistant Instructor/Instructor 

Start Date: 8/16/2024 

Salary: Commensurate with experience. 

Required Degree 

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, or related field for Assistant Instructor rank or a Master’s degree in Interior Design, or related field for Instructor rank, required.

Minimum Requirements 

Applicants are required to have a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, or related field. Minimum 2-year professional experience is required.

Desired Qualifications 

Teaching experience in Interior Design courses is preferred.  

Required Application Materials 

All candidates for the position (posting # 959281) must apply online at http://careers.msu.edu/.  Applicants for this position should submit 1) a formal letter of interest, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a statement addressing your experience with diversity and inclusion in teaching and professional activities or describing how you will contribute to MSU’s goals of inclusive excellence, and 4) contact information for three professional reference letters. 

Special Instructions 

Questions regarding this position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Linda Nubani, nubanili@msu.edu, or 517-432-2330.  

Review of Applications Begins/Closing Date 

Review of application will begin on June 24, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment will commence on 8/16/2024.  

Website 

http://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/ 

School Statement 

The School of Planning, Design, and Construction unites four academic programs related to the built environment: Construction Management, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Urban and Regional Planning, with 45 faculty and academic specialists, and 8 staff members. The School offers 8 degree pathways from Bachelors to Ph.D. – including 5 professionally accredited degrees with over 600 undergraduate and 60 graduate students. The School is jointly administered by the Colleges of Agriculture & Natural Resources and Social Science. 

The mission of the School is to advance the knowledge, prepare innovative leaders, and support the practice of planning, design, and construction. Our academic activities address sustainability, health, transportation, economic development and communities. Please refer to the School’s homepage available at: http://www.spdc.msu.edu/. 

College Statement 

The School of Planning, Design and Construction and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at MSU are committed to achieving excellence by creating and sustaining an accessible and inclusive culture that values cultural and academic diversity. We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that academic excellence is achieved through open access and proactive inclusion. 

University Statement 

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges. 

Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, MI, with easy access to the state capital, Lake Michigan, and award-winning school districts. MSU is also pro-active in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career couples, both inside and outside the University. Information about MSU's dual career support can be found at http://miwin.msu.edu/.   

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. MSU actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, transgender or gender diverse individuals, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.