Apparel and Merchandising - Instructor - Open Pool
About The Position
The Department of Design and Merchandising seeks applications for part-time, adjunct instructor(s) to teach courses in the Apparel and Merchandising program for spring 2026 academic year (9-month position). Qualified applicants will have the expertise to teach courses in apparel design, product development, and/or merchandising, such as fashion industries, design appreciation, apparel construction, patternmaking, draping, historic textiles/costume, product development, merchandising, entrepreneurship, and/or fashion show production/event planning. To learn more about the Department of Design and Merchandising (DM), please visit: https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/dm
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline is required.
- A minimum of 2 years of industry experience (eg. In fashion/apparel industry, business, or museums).
- Demonstrated university-level teaching experience.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline.
- Experience/expertise with industry software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, CAD, Excel, Lectra, 3-D CLO, Optitex, PLM).
Benefits
- Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
- With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
