Ranked Faculty - Department of Fashion, Design, and Merchandising Job at St. Cat

Ranked Faculty - Department of Fashion, Design, and Merchandising

Position Title: Ranked Faculty - Department of Fashion, Design, and Merchandising

Division: Academic Affairs

St. Catherine University and the Fashion, Design, and Merchandising department invites applications for a full-time tenure track Ranked Faculty position. The undergraduate college at St. Catherine University (St. Kate’s) is one of only six US institutions that are both a women’s college and a minority-serving institution. Based in the Twin Cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota, St. Kate’s is home to a diverse group of around 3,500 students in varying disciplines and degree levels. The Department of Fashion, Design, and Merchandising is at the forefront of innovative education, offering a comprehensive curriculum that spans a wide range of design and merchandising courses, with sustainability integrated into every aspect of our programs. We are actively seeking passionate and forward-thinking applicants eager to contribute to the growth and expansion of our programs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead administrative functions of the department.
• Design and deliver on-campus, hybrid, and online curricula required for fashion foundational and fashion merchandising students.
• Provide career support by building partnerships with major fashion employers in the Twin Cities to give students access to guest speakers, internships, and jobs.
• Provide mentoring support to students within and outside of the classroom.
• Help students expand their professional networks and secure career opportunities.
• Retain and attract students to drive program growth.
• Revise curriculum to keep it current and meet the needs of the market.
• Support marketing efforts for the fashion major and provide representation at admission and recruiting events.
• Engage in productive scholarship.
• Assist with annual Katwalk and summer workshop.
• Manage the Department’s dress collection.

Salary Range: $66,000 - $90,000

Employees at St. Kate’s feel a deep connection to the University’s Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid “gift” days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403b retirement plan access.
• Paid parental leave after one year of service.

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in fashion merchandising or related field with teaching or industry experience.
• 2 years of industry experience in a fashion-related field.
• Evidence of a commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Experience teaching and mentoring diverse student populations.
• A commitment to sustainability in fashion.
• Must be available to teach courses on campus, hybrid, or online.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry ties to help build partnerships with major fashion and retail employers in the Twin Cities area.
• Experience in fashion marketing to support department and university marketing efforts.
• Experience in creating online programming in fashion merchandising.

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity, and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

EEO Statement:

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.

Application Instructions for Faculty:

Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment.

Posting Number: 20220289-FAC

Posting Start Date: 01/03/2025

Application Deadline: 01/31/2025

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