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Fashion Institute of Technology · 2 weeks ago

Full-Time Faculty Position in Textile Development and Marketing, School of Business and Technology

NYC Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$69K/yr - $173K/yr

7+ years exp

The Fashion Institute of Technology is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time faculty position in the Textile Development and Marketing department. The successful candidate will teach core and advanced knitting courses while focusing on innovation and the development of functional knit fabrics across various sectors.

EducationFashionInformation Technology

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsored

Responsibilities

Teaching both core and advanced knitting courses in textile science and technology

Supporting the advancement of bio-materials

Emphasizing practical instruction with a focus on innovation and development of functional knit fabrics for applications in fashion, athletic, medical, military, and industrial sectors

Developing curriculum and maintaining operations within the department's textile lab facilities

Advising and mentoring students

Promoting the academic programs and engaging with alumni, industry, and building and sustaining partnerships

Serving on department, school, and college-wide committees

Supporting accreditation and participating in administrative duties as required

Qualification

Advanced knitting technologyKnitting equipment programmingSustainable textile practicesTextile supply chain knowledgeProductGlobal marketing strategiesProject managementCurriculum developmentStudent advisingNetworking opportunitiesResearch program developmentEffective technology useOralWritten communication

Required

Bachelor's degree required in textile technology, textile biomaterials, textile science, textile engineering or related fields

A minimum of 7-10 years of relevant industry experience in the knitting field is preferred

The candidate will be required to obtain a master's degree within 3 years of their appointment

Working experience and understanding of the global supply chain process, focused in the textile product categories while embracing the use of sustainability as part of the learning process

Experience working with people from various cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and social groups that will support the education of all students

Implements an academically rigorous and interesting experience integrating professional practice with classroom learning

Adapts the curriculum in response to industry needs

Embraces new forms of pedagogy (online teaching, blended classes, experiential learning)

Takes advantage of the Textile Development and Marketing laboratory facilities, including connecting academic assets to industry opportunities

Identifies networking opportunities between industry professionals and the students through field trips, internships, seminars, and industry events

Creates and maintains a network of alumni and industry experts who can be called upon as resources for course and curriculum development, focus groups, guest speakers, internships and placement opportunities for students

Aggressively develops research programs that benefit the college academically and financially

Demonstrates active engagement in the profession and in scholarly or creative expression

Demonstrates effective use of technology and electronic information to deliver course material and learning experiences to students

Demonstrates effective use of knitting equipment such as Stoll and Brother knitting equipment

Understands and can manage new industry technologies related to the field of knitted textiles

Is familiar with professional written, oral, visual and technological presentation standards

Preferred

Postgraduate degree in textile technology, textile biomaterials, textile science, textile engineering or related fields

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Health Care Plan and Dental Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefit Plan

FIT Tuition Exemption Program

Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Company

Fashion Institute of Technology

FIT is an internationally recognized college for design, fashion, art, communications, and business.

Founded in 1944

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.fitnyc.edu/

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