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Fashion Studies, Lecturer, Faculty Jobs in Murfreesboro, USA at Middle Tennessee State University

Position: Fashion Studies, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

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Job Number: FAC
698
Work Type: Lecturer
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Family/Consumer/Human Sciences

Job Title

Fashion Studies, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary /Basic Function

The Fashion Studies Program at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full‑time, temporary (non‑tenurable) faculty position (#119040) at the rank of lecturer. This is a one‑year temporary appointment. The contract may be renewed annually, subject to available funding, demonstrated need, and satisfactory performance as assessed through annual evaluations. The appointment start date is August 1, 2026.

The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate apparel design courses, with primary instructional responsibilities in clothing construction and pattern making. Additional teaching opportunities may include technical design and fashion technologies (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, 3‑D visualization, or apparel pattern making software), fashion illustration, and fashion promotion. The successful candidate will also be expected to communicate effectively, establish positive working relationships, and contribute to collaborative, interdisciplinary efforts within the program and department.

Required

Education

A master’s degree in fashion studies, apparel design, fashion merchandising, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date. In lieu of a master’s degree, a bachelor’s degree in fashion studies, apparel design, fashion merchandising, or a closely related field, with two (2) years of full‑time, related industry professional work experience, is required by the appointment date.

Other Desirables

  • Experience teaching college‑level courses.
  • Experience with curriculum development.
  • Evidence of strong industry relationships.
  • Proficiency with presentation technology course delivery tools.

Documents Needed to Apply

To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy.

NOTE:

In addition, a portfolio of design/pattern making work samples or a link to an online portfolio of design/pattern making work samples must be submitted as “Other Document 1.”

Benefits

  • Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12‑month Faculty
  • 13 paid University holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Educational benefits for the employee, their spouse, and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986).

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug‑Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

Application Review Date: 05/19/2026

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Title: Fashion Studies, Lecturer, Faculty

Company: Middle Tennessee State University

Location: Murfreesboro, USA

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