Career Track Teaching Assistant Professor AMDT

Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:
January 7, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
158-NN_FACULTY - Teaching Assistant Professor - Career, 237-NN_FACULTY - Adjunct Faculty Paid, 237-YN_FACSALARY - Adjunct Faculty Paid - Salary

Business Title:
Career Track | Teaching Assistant Professor | AMDT

Employee Type:
Faculty

Position Term:
9 Month - Summer

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

The Department of Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles (AMDT) at Washington State University (WSU) has a passion for textiles and apparel. We are seeking a skilled and experienced individual who shares that passion and wants to be part of an energized and growing program at one of the leading universities in the U.S. We have an opening for a full-time, non-tenure track, teaching assistant professor to join our team on a 9-month appointment, located in Pullman, WA. This position will enhance the department's position in the area of apparel design and product development.

Washington State lays claim to one of the largest apparel industries in the U.S. and has positioned itself as a leader in fashion and design with an $8.3 billion industry, more than 2,500 apparel manufacturers and retailers (http://www.census.gov/). WSU has a rich history in textiles and apparel, including a unique strength and competitiveness in the outdoor gear and sportswear market, as well as a robust industry partnership in Seattle and throughout the Pacific Northwest. The department works closely with the AMDT Advisory Board to develop industry-relevant educational opportunities and research programs. Members include representatives from Amazon, Nike, Nordstrom, Columbia Sportswear, Deckers Brands, Centric Brands, Kurt Geiger, Cotton Incorporated, Konjo Fashion Brands, Swirl Vintage, and Kinona.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, contributing to innovative curriculum and program development, facilitating growth of industry relationships and expanding departmental revenue streams, and participating as appropriate in committees and other service activities in AMDT, the college, and WSU. Formal teaching responsibilities will include courses in several of the following areas (generally four courses or 12 course credits per semester): apparel assembly, apparel product analysis and development, technical apparel design, Adobe Illustrator, 3-D computer-aided design, apparel flat patterning and design, apparel draping, fitting, and design, and historic costumes and textiles. The successful candidate will contribute to the AMDT mission primarily in the areas of teaching, service, curriculum development, and student engagement.

Please contact Dr. Hang Liu, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected], 509-335-4726 for questions about this position. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply

This is a 9-month, full-time non-tenure track position with potential for promotion.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned Ph.D. degree in the area of Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles or related field by the date of hire.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience teaching at the college or university level, with a demonstrated ability to develop and deliver courses in apparel design, product development, and related topics.
  
• Experience with student mentorship, guiding projects, or working in academic environments with a focus on experiential learning.
  
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD tools specific to fashion design (e.g., Browzwear).
  
• Experience with 3D design, digital patternmaking, garment construction, and production processes.
  
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices and the ability to work effectively with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
  
• Experience or willingness to integrate diverse perspectives into course content and mentorship.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both for classroom instruction and for collaborating with faculty, industry professionals, and community partners.
  
• Record of active participation in academic and/or professional organizations.
  
• A future thinking educator who can inform about the past and open doors for students to the future in this rapidly transforming industry.
  

The Department of Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles:

The Department of Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles (AMDT) at Washington State University (WSU) is the premier 4-year apparel and textiles program in the State offering a full spectrum curriculum in merchandising and apparel design. AMDT is part of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) and supports approximately 150 undergraduate students and 12 graduate students. Students select either Apparel Design or Merchandising as degree options. The program offers B.A. degree, M.S. degree, and Ph.D. degree through the university interdisciplinary doctoral program. Renovated facilities at the heart of campus have created exciting opportunities for our department. The new facilities will allow faculty and students to access a state- of-the-art textile and apparel research lab equipped with new textile testing equipment, a new 25-station computer lab, a CAD lab, pattern digitizer, plotter, 3-D printers, digital textile printer, laser cutter, two apparel design studios, and classrooms prepared for distance-education opportunities.

The College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences:

The College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) at Washington State University is an expansive and diverse college that includes 12 academic units, three Extension program units, four research and extension centers distributed across the state, 13 subject matter centers, and one tribal and 39 county Extension offices. CAHNRS fosters disciplines that serve at the interface of scientific discovery and its application to the advancement of society and improvement of the human experience. Our mission is to provide global leadership in discovering, accessing, and disseminating knowledge that contributes to producing a safe, abundant food and fiber supply; promotes the well-being of individuals, families, and communities; enhances sustainability of agricultural and economic systems; and promotes stewardship of natural resources and ecological systems. In all dimensions of our mission, we strive to embody the signature 'World Class. Face to Face.' motto of Washington State University. CAHNRS personnel embrace the opportunity to fulfill the university's land-grant mission by making groundbreaking research discoveries, by utilizing innovative approaches to teaching and learning, and by delivering relevant, progressive extension programs that synergistically generate outcomes that enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Washington State, as well as for people around the globe.

Additional Information:

Area/College:

College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

Department Name:

Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles (AMDT)

Department Links:

Department of Apparel, Merchandising, Design and Textiles (AMDT)

City, State, Zip:

Pullman, WA, 99164

9-month Annual Salary: $73,000.00 - $78,000.00

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits:

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty please review the summary of benefits for WSU Faculty and Total Compensation

Overtime Eligibility:

Overtime Ineligible

FTE:

100%

This position is expected to start on August 16, 2025.

Screening Date:

The first screen date of applications will begin January 6th, 2025.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions: All applicants must upload a cover letter and resume/cv to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.

• External candidates, please upload all documents in the 'Resume/CV' section of your application.
  

• Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application.
  

Required Documents:

1) A letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications.

2) Curriculum vitae

3) Teaching philosophy (include the information on courses taught and their evaluation rating scores if available)

4) Design scholarship (e.g., design portfolio, publications)

5) A scanned photocopy of degree transcripts to facilitate screening.

More about Washington State University:

Founded in 1890, Washington State University is a comprehensive land-grant university with teaching, research, and extension missions, and one of two research universities in Washington State. WSU is organized into ten academic colleges, the Honors College, and the Graduate School. It has an enrollment of more than 26,000 undergraduate and graduate students on five campuses (Pullman, Everett, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver) with approximately 20,000 students located on the main campus in Pullman, WA. WSU ranks among the top 60 public research universities and is a Carnegie I, Doctoral/Research Extensive University. WSU strongly values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students and seeks to ensure a welcoming community for all.

Further information about WSU can be found at: www.wsu.edu

Life on the Palouse:

Pullman offers a friendly, small-town atmosphere with a high quality of life and connected community. Located 80 miles south of metropolitan Spokane, Pullman is also a quick drive away from the scenic Idaho panhandle and Moscow Mountain. The rolling hills of the Palouse offer a wide range of outdoor activities and a true four-season climate. The area provides ample opportunity to enjoy the cultural and academic hub of both Washington State University and the University of Idaho, in the neighboring town of Moscow, Idaho. Additionally, Pullman has an excellent public school system and was recently ranked by Bloomberg Business as the best small town in Washington to raise children.

To learn more about the Pullman community, visit: http://www.pullmanchamber.com

Time Type:
Full time

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

WSU prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates compliant with Title IX. Inquiries regarding Title IX and reports of sex discrimination can be directed to the WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU's policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement.

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Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.







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