Overview
Full-Time Faculty Position in Textile Development and Marketing, School of Business and Technology Jobs in New York, NY at Fashion Institute of Technology
The Baker School of Business and Technology seeks a forward-thinking educator and industry expert for a full-time faculty position within the Textile Development and Marketing department specializing in knitwear technology and development.
The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between industry and academia, bringing extensive expertise in advanced knitting and textile technology with an understanding of emerging trends in textile manufacturing and supply chain practices. This role focuses on delivering hands-on instruction with a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and the development of functional knit fabrics across diverse sectors, including fashion, athletics, medical, military, and industrial applications.
Key responsibilities include:
- Teaching core and advanced undergraduate courses in textile science and technology, focusing on both warp and weft knitting applications. Lead the integration of emerging trends, such as bio-materials and sustainable textile practices, into the curriculum.
- Assist in lab leadership and oversight of the department’s state-of-the-art textile lab facilities, including hands-on operation, maintenance, and programming of advanced knitting equipment and machinery.
- Serve as a dedicated mentor to students, guiding their academic progress, supporting career readiness, and fostering a diverse, inclusive learning environment.
- Actively build and sustain strategic partnerships with industry leaders, trade associations, and alumni to enhance experiential learning and recruitment opportunities.
- Support the school and departments’ strategic initiatives by serving on department, school, and college-wide committees, participating in administrative duties, and contributing to ACBSP accreditation efforts.
Candidates should have excellent communication skills, a passion for higher education, and the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines, and a strong desire to contribute to institutional growth through shared governance and committee service.
Completion of a master’s degree is required for tenure.
In addition to the appropriate degree(s) and experience, FIT seeks candidates who have professional capabilities in the following five college-wide core competency areas:
Globalism
- Working experience and understanding of the global supply chain process focused on the textile product categories while embracing the use of sustainability as part of the learning process.
- Experience working with people from various cultural, racial, ethnic, religious, and social groups that will support the education of all students.
Instructional Design
- Implements an academically rigorous and engaged experience integrating professional practice with classroom learning.
- Adapts the curriculum in response to industry needs.
Learning Enrichment
- Embraces new forms of pedagogy (online teaching, blended classes, experiential learning).
- Takes advantage of the Textile Development and Marketing laboratory facilities, including connecting academic assets to industry opportunities.
- Identifies networking opportunities between industry professionals and the students through field trips, internships, seminars, and industry events.
Professionalism
- Creates and maintains a network of alumni and industry experts who can be called upon as resources for course and curriculum development, focus groups, guest speakers, internships, and placement opportunities for students.
- Aggressively develops research programs that benefit the college academically and financially.
- Demonstrates active engagement in the profession and in scholarly or creative expression.
Technology
- Demonstrates effective use of technology and electronic information to deliver course material and learning experiences to students.
- Demonstrates effective use of knitting equipment such as Stoll and Brother knitting equipment.
- Understands and can manage new industry technologies related to the field of knitted textiles.
- Is familiar with professional written, oral, visual and technological presentation standards.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in textile technology, textile biomaterials, textile science, textile engineering or related fields.
- 7+ years of industry experience in technical knitting, with demonstrated expertise in warp and weft knitting applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Postgraduate degree in textile technology, textile biomaterials, textile science, textile engineering, or related fields.
- A portfolio demonstrating knitwear expertise, technical and prototype development.
- Teaching in a college/university environment, mentorship, and/or experience in corporate training.
Additional Information:
Please note, all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.
Salary
The final starting salary and appointment rank will be based on education level and cumulative experience; Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Salary Schedules pgs. 73-74.
Instructor: $69,346.37 – $80,793.82
Assistant Professor: $80,736.40 – $118,984.88
Associate Professor: $94,498.31 – $142,271.78
Professor: $115,232.32 – $173,403.37
The College reserves the right to select one or more candidates after having been duly reviewed and presented to the President in conformance with the provisions of Article 15 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Benefits
The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.
- Retirement Plans
- Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Commuter Benefit Plan
- FIT Tuition Exemption Program
- Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.
Pay Equity by State Employers
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected].
Visa Sponsorship
This position may be eligible for visa sponsorship. For any employees who may require sponsorship in order to lawfully work in the United States, FIT reserves complete discretion whether to pursue such sponsorship or to cancel, discontinue, or withdraw such sponsorship at any time.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual’s ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT’s non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360.
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Physical Requirements and Work Environment
The working conditions for this position will be any combination of the classroom, lab, and/or office space. Certain roles may be required to handle machinery and chemicals. The physical requirement for this position will require occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional bending, frequent walking, and occasionally lifting 10 lbs. or less.
Title: Full-Time Faculty Position in Textile Development and Marketing, School of Business and Technology
Company: Fashion Institute of Technology
Location: New York, NY
