Temporary Faculty Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design

Job Description: The Department of Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design is now accepting applications for a pool of part-time faculty positions for the academic year 2025-2026. These positions are on an as needed, semester-by-semester basis. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses in the B.S. Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design program. Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications: Master's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Design, Textiles, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Design, or Textiles. Demonstrated professional experience in fashion merchandising or apparel design. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work with and support student populations in various learning environments. Authorization to work in the country where the position is located.

Preferred Qualifications: Terminal degree (e.g., MFA or PhD) in Fashion Design, Merchandising, or related discipline with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Design, or Textiles. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Experience teaching online or hybrid courses. Portfolio of professional work in fashion or publications/presentations at conferences. Familiarity with learning management systems. Knowledge of sustainability practices in fashion and global supply chains. Proposed Salary Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents to AttachA complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Contact Information For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Department Chair, Trent Davis, tjdavis@georgiasouthern.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. Conditions of Employment All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy. Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus. Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information: This is not a supervisory position. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. Background Check Standard + Education