Auburn University · 3 months ago
Assistant/Associate Professor (Apparel/Textile History and Culture Position)
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelAuburn University is a prominent R1 land-grant institution located in Alabama, seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor for a tenure track position in Apparel/Textile History and Culture. The role involves teaching, conducting research in costume and textiles, pursuing grants, and participating in curriculum development and student mentorship.
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Responsibilities
Teach and research in two or more of the following areas: history of costume and textiles, dress and culture, textiles, and textile conservation
Actively pursue a program of scholarship encompassing curatorial, research, and/or creative work
Pursue grantsmanship to support future scholarship and curatorial work
Participate in curriculum development and marketing for undergraduate and graduate programs
Direct and serve on graduate student committees
Participate in undergraduate student advising and mentoring for curated exhibits
Provide service to the department, college, and university
Be actively involved in relevant professional organizations and outreach/industry entities
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Apparel, History of Costume/Textiles, or related field required at the time employment begins
Will consider candidates who are ABD at employment date with appointment at Instructor level; doctoral degree to be completed within one year of initial hire date
The candidate must be fluent in English and must possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time employment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment
Preferred
Demonstrated expertise for instruction and scholarship in historic costume and textiles, as well as dress and culture
Knowledge and experience in basic textile conservation, museum practices, and exhibition installation
Curatorial experience in a professional or academic setting
Demonstrated potential for grantsmanship to support scholarship and/or curatorial work
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
Founded in 1856
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$25.89MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M
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