Position Description:
The Department of Hospitality and Retail Management in the College of Health and Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor to begin September 1, 2027. Applicants should have expertise in fashion merchandising and retail management.
Major/Essential Functions:
In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with a breadth of student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.
As a faculty member in the Department of Hospitality, Fashion Design, and Retail Management of the College of Health and Human Sciences, you will be expected to: 1) contribute to the teaching mission of the department; 2) mentor graduate students; 3) engage in undergraduate research; 4) develop a record of peer-reviewed/funded research; 5) provide service to the department, college, and university, discipline, and community; 6) participate in program development; 7) create, and maintain strong industry relationships.
Required Qualifications:
- Candidates must hold a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (or earn a Ph.D. by August 31, 2027) in fashion merchandising, retailing, or closely related degree. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of instruction which can be evidenced through online and/or in-person instruction. Experience as a teaching assistant or graduate student instructor can fulfill this requirement. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of research and/or research funding in the areas of retailing and fashion merchandising and closely associated topics (including hospitality and apparel design and manufacturing and technology) which can be evidenced through publications, presentations, grant writing and/or awards (both internal and external).
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Demonstrated history of fashion merchandising and/or retail industry experience Demonstrated high quality in teaching (evidenced by positive teaching evaluations, teaching awards, etc.) Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please include the following documents in your application:
- Cover Letter (articulating the qualifications for the position, including industry and teaching experience) Curriculum Vitae Teaching Statement Research Statement List of at least three (3) references and contact information (name, address, telephone number, and email address)
Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Julie Chang, Search Committee Chair at julie.chang@ttu.edu. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources, Talent Acquisition at hrs.recruiting@ttu.edu or 806-742-3851.
Application Process
The deadline for submitting applications is October 15, 2026.
To ensure full consideration create an account at http://www.texastech.edu/careers/. Please complete an online application at: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5637&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=918017. Requisition # 45350BR.
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