Lead Textile Development & Knitwear Innovation

Fashion Institute of Technology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Health care plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Commuter Benefit Plan

FIT Tuition Exemption Program

PSLF Program eligibility

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Technology seeks a full-time educator in the Textile Development and Marketing department, specializing in knitwear technology and development. The role bridges industry and academia, delivering hands-on instruction with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities include teaching, lab oversight, mentoring students, and building industry partnerships to enhance experiential learning and recruitment. Completion of a master's degree is required for tenure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in textile technology, textile biomaterials, textile science, textile engineering or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and advanced undergraduate courses in textile science and technology with knitting applications.
• Lead and oversee the department's textile lab facilities and equipment.
• Mentor students and support career readiness and inclusive learning.
• Build partnerships with industry, trade associations, and alumni to enhance experiential learning and recruitment.
• Participate in committees and accreditation efforts.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentorship

Industry collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in textile technology / related field

Postgraduate degree in textile technology / related field

Tools

Stoll knitting machine

Brother knitting equipment

Job description

The Fashion Institute of Technology seeks a full-time educator in the Textile Development and Marketing department, specializing in knitwear technology and development. The role bridges industry and academia, delivering hands-on instruction with a focus on innovation and sustainability.

Responsibilities include teaching, lab oversight, mentoring students, and building industry partnerships to enhance experiential learning and recruitment. Completion of a master's degree is required for tenure.