Fashion Design and Development Teaching Assistant Professor for Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management

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North Carolina State University

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Category: Faculty-Education-Teacher Education
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Job Description

Posting Number

PG193863EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Fashion Design and Development Teaching Assistant Professor for Textile and Apparel, Technology and Management

Anticipated Hiring Range

$65,000 - $73,000

Work Schedule

Commitment may vary through the academic-year based upon programmatic responsibilities

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Textiles and Apparel, Technology and Management

About 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

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Job Open Date

12/19/2024

Anticipated Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special 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.

Position Number

00110278

Position Type

Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.0

Appointment

9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards

Department ID

180701 - Textile & Apparel, Technology

AA/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.

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