Location: Erie
Reports To: department chair
Full/Part Time: full time

SUMMARY
Mercyhurst University is seeking one full-time faculty member in the Interior Architecture & Design Program.
Position will commence August 2025. Faculty rank will depend upon candidate qualifications.
The Interior Architecture & Design Program numbers about 40 undergraduates within the Art, Design, and
Communication Department that is part of the vibrant School of the Arts at Mercyhurst University. The Interior
Architecture & Design program is poised for growth within this vibrant collegial Arts community. Teaching and
learning are enhanced by strong design community ties and interaction with industry professionals.
Faculty enjoy mentoring and engaging students in an active learning environment committed to quality education,
student centeredness, open dialogue, and collaboration. Department members engage in departmental, college,
and university-wide committee work curriculum development, portfolio review, undergraduate and graduate
advisement, student outcome assessment, student recruitment, and involvement in professional organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS
• This position requires a minimum of a master’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or
Architecture, however terminal degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated teaching and professional experience preferred.
• Candidate must hold at least one degree in interior design and be NCIDQ certified.
• Desired qualifications include LEED certification and experience with CIDA accreditation standards.
• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Successful candidates must be able to function well in a technological environment with experience or proficiency
in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Teach courses in one or more of the following areas:
• 2D and 3D manual drafting and sketching
• Building systems and technologies
• Color and Light
• Computer aided drafting and design
• Foundational through upper-level interior design studios
• History of Interior Design and Architecture
• Human Factors
• Manual and digital rendering and presentation techniques
• Materials, systems, technologies, and specifications
• Sustainability

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until date
indicated above. Included teaching, professional and/or research goals; resume or curriculum vitae;
transcripts; no more than 20 labeled images in PDF format of creative and/or scholarly work; no more
than 15 labeled images in PDF of student work under your direction, cover letter, resume and 3 workrelated references to:

Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of achieving equal opportunity for all.
For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state, and local law in admissions, employment and all
services and programs provided.

Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, citizenship status,
ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or
because of any individual’s legally protected activities.

Mercyhurst complies with federal, state, and local legislation and regulations regarding nondiscrimination.
This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for employment, students and applicants
for educational programs and activities.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.