As a part-time fibers professor, you will prepare talented students for innovative roles through a comprehensive curriculum, a collaborative environment, and classrooms equipped with industry-standard tools and resources. In the largest program of its kind, you will guide students as they finalize new textile inventions and fashion projects. Responsibilities include adherence to all duties and expectations outlined in the SCAD Faculty Handbook, which encompasses coursework preparation, syllabus design and approval, office hours, midterm grade reviews, and more. Among other responsibilities, you will offer students extra help sessions, extended learning opportunities, and field trips outside regular class hours.   

In this role, you will model professionalism, fulfill all grading and academic documentation requirements, and record attendance. You will assist with all academic assessment and institutional effectiveness efforts. Occasionally, you may support departmental and university-wide initiatives by attending both in-person and virtual events, such as faculty councils, admission activities, accreditation support, curriculum development, and exhibitions, among other duties. Professors must fulfill teaching assignments determined by contact hours as specified in the Employment Agreement. 

The ideal candidate demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of color theory and is passionate about working with students to help them achieve their vision, especially at the introductory level. The candidate should have a strong desire to create professional opportunities that connect students with industry professionals to foster cross-discipline collaboration.

Minimum qualifications:       

• Terminal degree in fibers or a related discipline 
• At least three years of professional experience in print/pattern design
• Exceptional drawing, design, and CAD skills

Preferred qualifications:       

• Teaching experience at the collegiate level 

Travel required:   

•   Less than 10% 

Required application documents:  

• Current résumé and/or CV  
• Cover letter  
• Portfolio or its equivalent  
• Unofficial academic transcripts  

Certificates, licenses, and registrations: 

• Academic and professional credentials to teach fibers

Special instructions to applicants: Only complete packages will be considered. An unofficial transcript of your highest degree awarded, a cover letter, and a résumé or CV are required.   

Work hours: As noted in the Employment Agreement.     

ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.