Position purpose:  The Department of Fashion Design & Merchandising in the O’More College of Architecture and Design at Belmont University is seeking applications for a faculty position beginning August 1, 2025, either as a tenure-track faculty or professor of practice (see “Required Qualifications” below).

Primary duties and responsibilities:

Preparing and teaching undergraduate courses in fashion with expertise in one or more of the following areas:foundational skills in clothing construction, patterning, draping and fashion illustrationfashion technologies from Adobe Creative Suite to technical designtextiles and sustainabilityproduct development, sourcing and manufacturing

Job functions:

 
Describe the essential functions and responsibilities of
this faculty position.  Basic functions as required by Provost Office include:

Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic yearAdvise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects. Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach. Participate in departmental and university committee work. Engage in scholarly activity and professional development (commensurate with rank appointment)Advise students in course selection and degree completion. Participate in a local church and the community.Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies. Manage online grading system.Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required. Maintain regular office hours.The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.