University of Arkansas · 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 land grant institution focused on education, research, and outreach. They are seeking a Teaching Assistant Professor to develop and maintain a nationally recognized teaching program in apparel merchandising, with responsibilities including teaching courses, mentoring students, and contributing to scholarly activities.
EducationE-LearningHigher Education
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
Teaching undergraduate apparel merchandising courses
Mentoring honors students
Academic advising
Contribute to scholarly and service activities aligned with the university’s mission
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function
Ability to 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
University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas is a public, co-educational research university, providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
Founded in 1871
10001+ employees
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Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$61.36MKey Investors
Federal Transit AdministrationArkansas department of human servicesArkansas Division of Higher Education
2025-11-20Grant· $13.17M
2025-05-21Grant· $10M
2025-05-05Grant· $1M
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