Fashion Design and Development Teaching Assistant Professor for Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193863EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Fashion Design and Development Teaching Assistant Professor for Textile and Apparel, Technology and ManagementAnticipated Hiring Range
$65,000 - $73,000Work Schedule
Commitment may vary through the academic-year based upon programmatic responsibilitiesJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Textiles and Apparel, Technology and ManagementAbout the Department
For more than 120 years, the Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research and productive industry partnerships. While we take pride in that legacy, we continue to set higher standards and new goals.
That means establishing sustainability as the foundation of everything we do. It means updating the cutting edge technology used in our state-of-the-art labs and studios. It means a commitment to diversity and inclusion in our culture and equity in the opportunities we provide. Put simply, it means using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone.
We produce leaders who make a difference both at home in North Carolina and across the world. Students land top jobs in manufacturing, fashion, athletics, research, medicine, academia and more. Our faculty count the CDC, DOD and the NSF as regular research partners.
The Wilson College provides both the community feel of a small college and the resources of NC State University, a leading land-grant public research institution and recognized as one of the best employers in the state. Not to mention, it’s located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, which U.S. News and World Report named the third best American city to live in.
At NC State, our employee value proposition aims to create an ecosystem of meaningful work opportunities that align with Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary, NC State’s strategic plan. We strive to provide an accepting and dynamic culture, opportunities for personal growth and professional development, and programs to support your busy life. Simply put, we want you to achieve your highest potential at work.
If you’re a world-class applicant with a passion for higher education and a commitment to affecting positive change locally and globally, apply to become a part of our hyper-collaborative Wolfpack where everyone belongs.
Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management (TATM):
NC State’s Wilson College of Textiles, and the Department of Textile and Apparel Technology and Management, prepares future leaders for the textile, apparel, home, furniture, fashion and retail industries.
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, our undergraduate and graduate programs incorporate global marketplace dynamics with a strategic management focus. Our graduates incorporate art/design and science/technology with management concepts in creative
problem-solving. Our program is equipped with access and experiences utilizing the latest industry technologies. The majority of the students have an enriching and intensive study abroad experience. Our program faculty works closely with industry partners, including
the department’s Industry Advisory Board, to develop academic and experiential real-world learning experiences. Student internships combined with a global alumni network provide an exceptional value-added experience, with our students prepared to make an
immediate impact in diverse companies throughout the global supply chain.
Career paths of our graduates are in the areas of brand marketing, merchandising, retail, sourcing, private brand development, analyst, design, product development, and public relations and communications.
Essential Job Duties
The Department of Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor specializing in Fashion Design and Product Development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the academic and professional development of students while advancing the department’s mission of innovation and excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach and advise students in fashion and textile product design and development.
- Foster student learning through engaging and innovative instructional methods.
- Participate in student recruitment efforts and departmental activities.
- Contribute to the initiatives and goals of the Department, the Wilson College of Textiles, and the broader University community.
This role requires a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment and advancing the department’s focus on cutting-edge technologies and methods in the fashion and textile industry.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
- MFA or Ph.D. degree in the discipline from a recognized university
Other Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated teaching experience in fashion design and product development.
- Competence in key design and development processes, including:
- Pattern making (both digital and manual).
- Technical specification creation.
- Fit assessment.
- Marker making and grading.
- Apparel construction.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively engage with students, faculty, staff, and studio/lab environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional expertise in product development.
- Skills in industrial production processes, visual communication, and computer-aided design (CAD), including 3D apparel visualization technologies.
- Knowledge or experience in textile design.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
12/19/2024Anticipated Close Date
Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Please include as attachments a
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae,
- Contact Information for 3 Professional References,
- Teaching Statement
- Other Document 1: Portfolio (file or website link) which can include examples of design and/or product development work and evidence of teaching expertise.
Additionally, NC State has a strategic plan with a set of seven goals—Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary! The Wilson College of Textiles has set our vision as, “A compassionate world in which textiles enhance sustainability and quality of life for all.”
https://textiles.ncsu.edu/about/strategic-plan/
In your cover letter, please include how you would support the college to achieve this vision.
https://textiles.ncsu.edu/about/strategic-plan/
In your cover letter, please include how you would support the college to achieve this vision.
Position Number
00110278Position Type
Non-Tenure-Track FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
9 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural HazardsDepartment ID
180701 - Textile & Apparel, TechnologyAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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