Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Textiles, Apparel Design & Merchandising

lsu.edu

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Salary commensurate with qualifications + experien...
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Earned phd in textile or apparel design
Established college-level teaching record
Demonstrated record of scholarship and funding
** The LSU College of Agriculture is seeking a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Textiles, Apparel Design, and Merchandising. The role focuses on teaching, research, and service, requiring a PhD and a strong record of teaching excellence and scholarship. **

Job Summary

  • The position involves a 95% appointment with LSU State University A&M and 5% with LSU Ag Center, focusing on teaching, research, and service.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to acquire external funding for scholarship and disseminate research findings through juried exhibitions.
  • LSU offers an attractive benefits package including retirement, multiple medical insurance options, 14 university holidays, and tuition exemptions.

Matching Summary

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** The LSU College of Agriculture is seeking a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Textiles, Apparel Design, and Merchandising. The role focuses on teaching, research, and service, requiring a PhD and a strong record of teaching excellence and scholarship. **

Salary

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; Benefits include retirement, medical/dental/vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, and tuition exemption

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Earned PhD in Textile or Apparel Design
  • Established college-level teaching record
  • Demonstrated record of scholarship and funding
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
  • Experience with Optitex Pattern Software
  • Knowledge of Clo-3D software
  • Ability to teach draping and collection development

Nice-to-have

  • Industry experience in apparel sector
  • Membership in professional organizations
  • Ability to develop industry partnerships
  • Juried exhibition participation
  • Collaborative research program development
  • Community involvement in textile field

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Textile, Apparel Design & Merchandising or related area
  • Valid U.S. work authorization at time of hire
  • Satisfactory pre-employment background check
  • Portfolio submission required for application

Work Rights

Must have valid U.S. work authorization

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