Human Resources

Keeny Hall 418

P.O. Box 3173

Ruston, Louisiana  71272

 

318-257-2235

 Position Announcement

SCHOOL OF HUMAN ECOLOGY
MERCHANDISING AND CONSUMER STUDIES

POSITION: Assistant Professor, Merchandising and Consumer Studies (MCS): 9-month appointment, 60% teaching, 30% research, 10% service: tenure-track position to begin September 1, 2008.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The faculty member will be expected to:

• Teach undergraduate courses in merchandising and consumer studies related to apparel design, apparel construction, textiles, historic costume, and other related courses

• Develop and maintain a research program in merchandising and consumer studies

• Secure grant funding, collaborate on grants and publications with faculty and students

• Advise undergraduate students and the student organization for MCS students

• Participate in professional, university, and community service

• Assist in management of museum

QUALIFICATIONS: PhD required; applicants should have at least one advanced degree in fashion/apparel merchandising, textiles and clothing, or family and consumer sciences; minimum of three years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level in the area of apparel and textile design, construction, selection, merchandising, and promotion; preference will be given to individuals with a minimum of five years of professional work experience in apparel construction, technical design, and evaluation; evidence of research, scholarly activity, and successful grant proposals desirable.

SALARY AND RANK: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

THE SCHOOL: Merchandising and Consumer Studies programs (B.S. Degree) are housed in the School of Human Ecology in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences (www.ans.latech.edu). Other programs in the School include:

• B.S. degrees Family and Child Studies; Family and Consumer Sciences Education; and Nutrition and Dietetics

• M.S. degrees in Family and Consumer Sciences and Nutrition and Dietetics

The School of Human Ecology has an enrollment of approximately 260 undergraduate and 44 graduate students and 16 faculty positions. Further information is available at www.latech.edu

APPLICATION: Send letter of application, current curriculum vita, copies of transcripts, and a minimum of three current letters of reference to: Linda Sivils, Interim Director, School of Human Ecology, P. O. Box 3167, Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA 71272; 318-257-3727; sivils@latech.edu.

CONTACT: For more information contact Dr. Lori Myers, Assistant Professor, Phone: 318-257-4412; email LMyers@Latech.edu.

EFFECTIVE DATES: Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until May 10 or until position is filled.

Louisiana Tech University is a member of the University of Louisiana System. AA/EOO.

Louisiana Tech University is committed to the principle of providing the opportunity for learning and development of all qualified citizens without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age disability, marital status, or veteran status for admission to, participation in, or employment in the programs and activities which the University sponsors or operates. Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Individuals with disabilities needing special accommodations concerning accessibility or application materials/procedures should contact the Human Resources Office for assistance. Telephone (318) 257-2235.