UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences · 1 day ago
Teaching Assistant Professor, Apparel Merchandising and Product Development-9 Month
Fayetteville
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe University of Arkansas is a top-tier research institution located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, committed to advancing education and innovation. They are seeking a Teaching Assistant Professor in Apparel Merchandising and Product Development to develop and maintain a nationally recognized teaching program while teaching undergraduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing to scholarly activities.
Non ProfitEducationHealthcareHealth Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a nationally recognized teaching program focused on one or more of the following areas: data analytics, fashion buying and promotion, digital merchandising, and brand management
Teach undergraduate apparel merchandising courses
Mentor honors students
Provide academic advising
Contribute to scholarly and service activities aligned with the university’s mission
Maintain regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance
Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others
Qualification
Required
Earned doctorate in apparel merchandising or a closely related discipline at time of hire from an accredited institution of higher education
Broad training in one or more of the following areas: data analytics, innovative fashion buying, digital merchandising, brand management, and apparel-related technologies
Experience of teaching across multiple instructional formats
Experience in teaching and advising
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Documented professional engagement within the apparel industry
Evidence of the ability to conduct research independently and in collaborative settings
Evidence of effectiveness of teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduates, honors and graduate students
Demonstrated success in building partnerships with academic peers, industry professionals, and relevant organizations
Familiarity with emerging trends and innovations in the fashion industry, particularly in digital merchandising, brand management, and/or apparel technology
Proficiency in teaching apparel merchandising concepts and tools
Expertise in industry-related software applications, including Excel and data analytics platforms
Preferred
Proof of Veteran Status
Benefits
University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
Tuition waivers for employees and their families
12 official holidays
Immediate leave accrual
A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary
Company
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
UAMS is the state’s only comprehensive academic health center, with colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions and Public Health; a graduate school; a hospital; a northwest Arkansas regional campus; a statewide network of regional centers; and seven institutes: the Winthrop P.
Founded in 1879
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.65MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesNational Cancer Institute
2023-03-16Grant· $1M
2022-08-25Grant· $3.4M
2022-06-23Grant· $1.25M
Leadership Team
Amanda George
Vice Chancellor for Finance & Chief Financial Officer
Christina Clark
Chief Operating Officer
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