College of Design Employment Opportunities

Assistant Professor, School of Architecture

The School of Architecture at the University of Kentucky invites nominations and applications for Assistant Professor in the Regular Title Series. The successful candidate will teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level: two architecture studios, as well as either a required lecture course in our core curriculum or a seminar or elective related to your specific field of expertise. The appointment comes with start-up support to launch a research program that produces scholarly or creative output of national and international standing, as well as an expectation of service to the school, college, university, profession, and community. This full-time tenure-track academic position comes with a 9-month appointment, and an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025. Learn More and Apply

Temporary Assistant Professor, School of Interiors

The School of Interiors in the College of Design at the University of Kentucky is accepting applications for a Temporary Assistant Professor (non-tenure-eligible), from individuals who are passionate about design education and practice and who think broadly about its capacity and application. The position is open to a wide range of specializations, including endeavors on the fringes of the field. While teaching experience in higher education is preferred, experiences not conventional to academic settings are also considered valuable. This position is a 9-month appointment with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025, and an appointment period of one year to end May 15, 2026. Learn More and Apply

Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration

Under the supervision of the Dean of the College of Design, the Assistant Dean of Finance and Administration (ADFA) works closely with the Dean, academic leadership, the Provost Budget Office and the EVPFA to direct the fiscal leadership of the College of Design in budgeting, planning, strategy, analysis, reporting and oversight of financial activities. Oversight areas include the annual college budget, internal business processes and controls, the college endowment portfolio, and the effective and efficient operation of the Design Centralized Business Office. Learn More and Apply

DES 100 Undergraduate Instructional Assistant

This assistantship for upper level undergraduate students (3rd and 4th year) will provide students the opportunity to work directly with faculty instructors and to serve as peer-to-peer mentors to teach, guide, and support students enrolled in DES100. Learn More and Apply