Fashion Studies, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

Job Title Fashion Studies, Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty Department Human Sciences 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. Salary 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 Applicants with the following will receive special consideration: 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. 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 Document1.” Special Instruction to Applicants For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit our faculty recruitment webpage at If you need help with the application process, please contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at View phone number on click.appcast.io. If you have position‑specific questions, please contact Lauren Rudd at View email address on click.appcast.io. MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12‑month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans 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). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Application Review Date: 05/19/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr