Iowa State University

Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor in Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM)

Appointment Type:

Faculty

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management (AESHM) in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for a 9-month term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor in the Fashion Design and Merchandising (FDM) program to teach courses in fashion trend forecasting, global sourcing, retail merchandising, and entrepreneurship. Initial appointment length is one year. Renewal parameters are determined by performance and department needs. Start date is August 16, 2025.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate lectures and experiential courses related to fashion trend forecasting, global sourcing, retail merchandising, and entrepreneurship.
• Support faculty and students in course development/projects fashion product sourcing, retailing, entrepreneurship, and related opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with the FDM program to ensure course alignment with industry needs and student demand.
• Guide the operations of the student-operated retail store and its associated course.
• Serve as liaison between the FDM program and the fashion and retailing industries by leading field study tours and guiding professional development opportunities.
• Participate in curriculum planning and fulfill other responsibilities normally associated with an assistant teaching professor position

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• At least one degree in fashion/apparel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in fashion/apparel
• Prior teaching experience at the university/college level
• Prior industry experience related to fashion or soft goods
• Ability to teach trend forecasting, global sourcing, retail merchandising, and entrepreneurship and guide related experiential learning

Department/Program & College Description:

The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management is one of five academic units in the College of Human Sciences and offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. Iowa State University’s apparel design and product development courses are offered through the Fashion Design and Merchandising Program.

Department Unit/Website: https://aeshm.hs.iastate.edu/

Proposed Start Date:

August 16, 2025

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

May 15, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

09 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three References

5) Teaching Philosophy Statement

For guaranteed consideration, please apply before May 15, 2025. Position is open until filled.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. Linda Niehm, Interim Department Chair, by email at niehmlin@iastate.edu.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

May 8, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R16989

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