Location: Houston, TX
Discipline: UX / Product Design
Experience: TBD
Compensation: $90,000
Job Description
Special Instructions to Applicants:InPDF form,applicants should attach a (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) portfolio of relevant work in the Supporting Documents section of the application.
About Rice
Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in how we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.
Position Summary
Rice Real Estate Company, Facilities and Capital Planning is seeking an experienced and innovative Interior Design and Furniture Specialist to join our Campus Planning and Design Team. This role involves overseeing the design, layout, and furniture selection for various university spaces—including classrooms, offices, and common areas—while ensuring functionality, aesthetic appeal, and alignment with the university’s mission.
The specialist will collaborate with academic, administrative, and student services departments to create inviting, productive, and creative environments that support the well-being of students, faculty, and staff. A strong focus on sustainability, accessibility, and innovative design solutions will be essential in shaping spaces that are both inspiring and adaptable.
