Interior Architecture And Design Department Head & Professor - 12 Month

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $165,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Master's degree in interior design
Full professor rank or candidacy
Curriculum and fiscal management
The Department Head reports to the Dean and is responsible for developing and managing the academic program including curriculum, assessment, and fiscal management

Job Summary

  • The Department Head reports to the Dean and is responsible for developing and managing the academic program including curriculum, assessment, and fiscal management.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including tuition waivers, health insurance, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%.
  • Applicants must submit a digital visual portfolio, cover letter, CV, and three professional references by February 2nd, 2026.

Matching Summary

The Department Head reports to the Dean and is responsible for developing and managing the academic program including curriculum, assessment, and fiscal management.

Salary

Base: $165,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in interior design
  • Full professor rank or candidacy
  • Curriculum and fiscal management
  • Faculty supervision and mentorship
  • Collaborative culture maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in leadership and management
  • Meaningful connections to the profession
  • Commitment to high quality teaching
  • Interdisciplinary capacity building
  • Robust diverse viewpoints promotion

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in interior design from accredited institution
  • Current full professor rank or declared candidacy for full professor
  • Accomplished body of work qualifying for full professor rank
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Pass criminal background check and sex offender registry check

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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