Human Resources

Keeny Hall 418

P.O. Box 3173

Ruston, Louisiana  71272

 

318-257-2235

 Position Announcement

POSITION: Instructor, Merchandising: 9-month appointment, 80% teaching, 5% research, 15% service: non-tenure-track position to begin September 1, 2009.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The faculty member will be expected to:

• Teach undergraduate courses (campus-based and online) in one of the following two areas: the area of global merchandising, buying and sourcing, and/or other merchandising topics as needed; the area of visual merchandising, personal selling, and/or other merchandising topics as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty and students on research and scholarly activities
• Advise undergraduate students
• Participate in professional, university, and community service

QUALIFICATIONS: Masters degree in Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles, or closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required; at least one degree through Family and Consumer Sciences preferred. Applicants should have proficient knowledge of computer applications related to MCS. Preference will be given to individuals with teaching and retail industry experience.

SALARY AND RANK: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

THE SCHOOL: The Merchandising and Consumer Studies program (B.S. Degree) is 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 in 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 12 faculty positions. Further information is available at www.latech.edu.

APPLICATION: Send letter of application, current vita, copies of official transcripts, and a minimum of three current letters of reference to: Dr. Kathleen Heiden, Search Committee Chair, P.O. Box 3167, Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA 71272; 318-257-3009; heidenk@latech.edu.

CONTACT: For more information contact Dr. Kathleen Heiden, Assistant Professor; Phone 318-257-3009; email heidenk@latech.edu.

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

Louisiana Tech University is a member of the University of Louisiana System. AA/EEO. Louisiana Tech University is categorized as a SREB Four-Year 3 institution, as a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University-Intensive, and as a COC/SACS Level VI institution in North Louisiana with enrollment of over 11,000 students. The School of Human Ecology is accredited by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and is comprised of caring, motivated faculty who are committed to quality in teaching, research, creative activity, public service, and economic development.

 

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.