Georgia Southern University is hiring: Temporary Faculty Fashion Merchandising a
Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA, United States, 30458
Temporary Faculty Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design
Job ID: 287404
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Regular/Temporary
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern! Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Georgia Southern offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a tradition-rich environment focused on teaching, scholarship and service. Georgia Southern University is committed to serving our region and preparing students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
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Location
Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458
Department Information
Within this setting is the multi-disciplinary School of Human Ecology, an applied research and creative activity unit serving over 700 undergraduate majors. The school offers programs in Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design, Human Development and Family Science, Interior Design, and Recreation and Tourism Management. The Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design Program offers courses in various modalities (face to face, hybrid, online) as well as a minor. The program has dedicated faculty who mentor students and engage in undergraduate research. We invite applications from candidates in the merchandising and design areas.
Job Summary
The Department of Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design is accepting applications for a pool of part-time faculty for the 2025-2026 academic year. Positions are on an as-needed, semester-by-semester basis and work will be performed in the state of Georgia.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in the B.S. Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design program.
- 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
Required Documents to Attach
A 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.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University’s mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Contact Information
For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Department Chair, Trent Davis, tjdavis@georgiasouthern.edu.
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Conditions of Employment
All work for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia unless specifically authorized. Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any campus. Background checks and other employment contingencies apply. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Equal Employment Opportunity statements and disclosures apply.
To apply
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. More information at http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/behavioral-social-sciences/departments/human-ecology. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request: contact Human Resources.
Other Information
Additional information may be requested by the university in the hiring process.