Instructor Of Textiles, Apparel Design And Merchandising

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Job Posting Title:

Instructor of Textiles, Apparel Design and Merchandising

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM COA - Department of Textiles Apparel Design and Merchandising (Bruce Cameron (00054395))

Work Location:

0141 Human Ecology Building

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Louisiana State University Textile, Apparel Design and Merchandising (TAM) department seeks a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track Instructor. The individual will hold a 100% appointment with Louisiana State University A&M.

Job Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate courses that may include but are not limited to apparel quality analysis, fashion and society, trend forecasting, textile science, textile science lab, and digital illustration; present course concepts in an innovative, engaging, and inclusive manner encompassing group work, critical thinking, writing, and industry-based case studies or projects; take an active part in program development; teach equivalent of 24 credit hours per year. 95%

Serve as academic advisor for 15-20 undergraduate students; serve on departmental, college, and university committees; participate in regional, national and international organizations. 5%

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Textile Apparel Design and Merchandising or related area.

Specific Experience: Established college-level teaching record as graduate student, instructor or above; evidence of teaching excellence, undergraduate level advising, and service consistent with appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD Degree in Textile Apparel Design and Merchandising or related area.

Specific Experience: An established college-level teaching record as a graduate student, instructor, or above with evidence of teaching excellence. Demonstrated ability to teach a variety of courses within the TAM curriculum; ability to use current technologies (such as Adobe Creative Suite); industry experience, membership in professional organizations; professional involvement in community; ability to develop industry partnerships.

FERPA

• As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center.
  
  In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

About LSU:

LSU transforms lives. Located in Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, and enriched by Louisiana's natural and cultural distinctiveness, the community of learning at Louisiana's national Flagship University readies students to meet the environmental, social, economic, scientific creative, and educational challenges that confront us locally and globally in the twenty-first century.

Learning together, the students who begin their intellectual journey with us and the faculty whose research translates discovery into purpose make LSU a beacon of excellence. LSU represents the largest institution of higher education in the state and is designated a Carnegie Research University with Very High Research Activity. Among a handful of distinguished universities to enjoy Land, Sea, and Space Grant status, LSU offers vital research opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students as it transforms new technology into enterprise and lends expertise to solve endemic problems.

The Department:

At the undergraduate level, TAM offers a Bachelor of Science degree with concentrations in Textile Science, Apparel Design, and Merchandising.

The graduate program offers both a thesis and non-thesis Master of Science Degree and a Ph.D. with concentrations in Textile Science, Historic/Cultural, Apparel Design, and Merchandising.

The department is a valued part of the College of Agriculture. TAM averages 200 majors and 50 minors, with a departmental student retention rate that is the highest in the college and the second highest in the university.

Application Procedure: Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU (or through Workday for internal applicants). Paper, faxed, or e-mailed application materials will not be accepted.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please upload a cover letter, CV, reference list and official transcript(s) under Workday's Resume/CV header (multiple documents may be uploaded under this header). Official transcript(s) are not required at the time of application but are required if hired. Please direct questions about the position to Bruce Cameron, bcameron1@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

June 5, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.