Adjunct Faculty Pool- Textile/Surface Design, Complex Weaving for Textile Design

Fashion Institute of Technology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Technology is seeking candidates for the Adjunct Faculty Pool in Textile/Surface Design. This part-time role focuses on teaching complex weaving techniques and requires expertise in advanced drafting and industry-standard software. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in fabric design and the ability to engage students effectively. The position begins in Spring 2025, offering competitive compensation based on qualifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of industry experience or equivalent.
• At least one year of college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course material and assess student performance.
• Provide guidance to students and submit grades on time.

Skills

Technical product development

Expertise in technical weave knowledge

Ability to instruct

Communication of conceptual ideas

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree

Master of Fine Arts degree

Tools

Pointcarre

Job description

Adjunct Faculty Pool- Textile/Surface Design, Complex Weaving for Textile Design

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The Textile/Surface Design department is recruiting a pool of applicants for possible adjunct teaching positions for TD 334 Complex Dobby Wovens. Successful candidates will have expertise in multi-harness, advanced level drafting, experience using 16-24 harness hand looms (AVL compu-dobby preferred), and experience with industry-standard software such as Pointcarre or Nedgraphics for dobby, as well as experience with technical packs for developing woven fabrics. Ideal candidates have strong skills in layouts, repeats, color, and the ability to analyze and research current market color and concept trends. Experience designing wovens for the fashion or home industry or a robust fiber arts practice using complex weaving is preferred.

Location: New York, NY

Category: Adjunct

Posted On: Mon Nov 4 2024

Adjunct instructors deliver relevant course material, assess student performance, provide guidance and assistance to students both in and out of the classroom, and submit grades on time. Course descriptions are available in the online catalog.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts degree
• Relevant 6 years of industry experience or its equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of college-level teaching experience
• Master of Fine Arts degree or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience setting up floor looms
• Technical product development experience
• Expertise in technical weave knowledge of 24 harnesses, including standard industry terminology and yarns
• Experience designing for wovens with Pointcarre or ability to learn proprietary software with limited training
• Ability to draft complex constructions and communicate woven structures through lectures and visual presentations
• Ability to instruct and ensure safe use of tools and machinery, and to communicate conceptual ideas effectively

Additional Information: This is a part-time position beginning in Spring 2025. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continuously until the position is filled. The department maintains a pool of qualified candidates for future adjunct assignments.

Compensation: $84.60 per hour, based on qualifications. Final rates are determined by the candidate’s ability to meet additional criteria as per the CBA.

Benefits: FIT offers comprehensive employee benefits, details available on our benefits webpage.

Equal Opportunity: FIT is committed to diversity and prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, and other protected categories. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: The position involves classroom, lab, and office work, with occasional handling of machinery and chemicals. Physical demands include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and lifting up to 10 lbs.