The School of Interiors, within the College of Design at the University of Kentucky, is currently poised for significant growth and change. Under the College’s new leadership, we are in the design phase of a new state-of-the-art facility, with a directive to expand design education at the University through the addition of new design programs and new faculty lines across the College. The University of Kentucky School of Interiors seeks a forward-thinking academic leader, who can leverage the School’s reputation and strengths alongside new, unprecedented opportunities for growth to advance our program towards an outstanding future. In Fall of 2022, the School of Interiors, with the entire College, will occupy the new building. The College of Design has partnered with world-renowned architect and MacArthur Fellow, Jeanne Gang for this adaptive reuse project of the Reynolds Building, a 140,000-square-foot former tobacco warehouse. This building was first built in 1917 and is located in a growing innovation district on the boundary of city and campus, which includes the School of Art and Visual Studies, the College of Education, and room for future campus development.
The Director, who reports to the Dean of the College of Design, is responsible for the overall academic, administrative, and fiscal leadership of the School of Interiors. The Director will provide leadership in defining the strategic priorities and vision for the School and to enhance its visibility, brand, and reputation. In this role, the Director will be responsible for continuing to advance and strengthen degree programs; foster excellence in teaching, research, and engagement; increase the School’s enrollment; continue the advancement of innovation and multidisciplinary activities; and increase the School’s financial resources. The Director should promote a diverse work and learning environment that fosters entrepreneurship, growth, collaboration, and shared governance.
Interested applicants are invited to apply at http://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/251789. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, work samples (upload under Specific Request 1) and the names of three references when prompted in the application. The executive search firm of Buffkin Baker has been selected to recruit for this position. To be considered, candidates should complete the UK application and contact Martin Baker via martin@buffkinbaker.com.
The anticipated start date of the position is July 1, 2020. Review of applications will begin November 22, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. Please contact the Search Committee Chair, Asst. Professor Rebekah Radtke (rebebkah.radtke@uky.edu) with inquiries.
