Teaching Faculty Positions, Department of Fashion Business Management FIT SUNY Korea

Adjunct Faculty Position

Department of Fashion Business Management FIT SUNY Korea

About the Fashion Institute of Technology

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), an internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology, of the State University of New York, invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in the Fashion Business Management Department at FIT SUNY Korea in Songdo, Korea. The Fashion Institute of Technology, a part of the State University of New York, has been a leader in career driven education in art, design, business, and technology for over 70 years. With robust curriculum that provides a singular blend of hands-on, practical experience, classroom study and a firm foundation in liberal arts, FIT offers a wide range of outstanding programs that are relevant to today’s rapidly changing industries. Internationally renowned, FIT offers two majors at SUNY Korea and grants AAS degrees in Fashion Business Management and Fashion Design which prepares students for professional success and leadership in fashion’s global marketplace.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be a business professional with a Master’s degree or higher and a minimum of six years of executive level fashion experience in merchandising, buying, planning, product development or retail management with a strong knowledge of emerging trends and technologies in the field. In addition to having unquestioned professional ability, the ideal candidate should demonstrate interest or experience in teaching; the ability to develop innovative curricular instruction; actively participate in departmental and FIT SUNY Korea committee work; display a commitment to the fashion industry and possess a desire to concretely convey this to students. This exciting opportunity is ideal for an accomplished professional executive who possesses currency in the field of fashion, command of English verbally and written, with a vision for the future. All teaching will be conducted in English.

Courses

The candidate should be able to teach any of the following fashion business courses:

• FM 108/109: FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE
• FM 110: PRODUCT ELEMENTS & PRINCIPLES
• FM 203: BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE (Retail Math)
• FM 204: INNOVATION IN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
• FM 207: RETAIL STRATEGIES
• FM 223: EFFECTIVE FASHION PRESENTATIONS

For course descriptions, see: http://catalog.fitnyc.edu/undergraduate/courses/fm/

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and six (6) years executive level experience in the fashion industry
• Fashion Business, Retail and/or Merchandising and/or Product Development experience is required
• Good English oral and written communication skills
• Experience in teaching at the undergraduate level is preferred

Master’s degree is required. Preference will be given to candidates who possess all of the listed qualifications.

Other Skills:

• Demonstrates and utilizes Microsoft Office Suite and other technologies
• Commitment to updating technological skills and knowledge
• Demonstrates ability to communicate through technology and utilize college course management system and FIT portal

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

If qualified, FIT SUNY Korea will contact you for consideration and an interview. Please note, a full background check is required for appointment to this position. In addition, all prior employment will be verified. Only online applications will be accepted. Applications must be submitted directly to FBMsearch@sunykorea.ac.kr

In a single PDF file, please provide:

• Letter of interest, in English, clearly indicating qualifications for the position
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume in English
• A minimum of two professional references in the fashion industry, including names, titles, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail contact information
• Copy or scan of academic transcript and degree certificate in English from all colleges and universities attended. (Official University Transcripts will be requested at time of hire.)
• Please note: due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to contact each applicant individually. Additional information about the Fashion Institute of Technology can be found at: www.fitnyc.edu
• When sending your application, please state “FBM, FIT SUNY Korea Adjunct Applicant” in the subject area of the email.

For further information, please contact:

Professor Robin Baxter

Chair

Fashion Business Management Department

SUNY Korea

119-2 Songdo Moonhwa-Ro, Yeonsu-Gu

Incheon, South Korea 21985

E-mail: robin_baxter@fitnyc.edu

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Full-Time Teaching Faculty Position

Department of Fashion Business Management FIT SUNY Korea

The Fashion Business Management Department FIT SUNY Korea seeks a full-time faculty member who is a business-driven professional with demonstrated leadership in the fashion and retail sectors. An instructor of undergraduate courses is needed for the five key pillars of the program: leadership, product, merchandising, planning/analytics, and strategy. Candidates will demonstrate a strong background in fashion business management with a focus on fashion analytics; providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, strategies, and practices in the field. The successful candidate will be current in industry advancements and emerging trends with a passion for empowering students to succeed in their academic and professional pursuits while embracing academic scholarship.

The primary responsibility will be teaching to deliver engaging lectures that promote active learning and encourage critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills; to develop and expand on curriculum in the areas of fashion analytics, planning and digital technology, merchandising strategies, brand development, and product development. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advising students and identifying opportunities through mentoring, internships, seminars, and industry functions while cultivating strategic alliances with industry and other academic institutions. The successful candidate will serve an integral role in the planning and implementation of the strategic goals for the program, participate in department, School, and college-wide committee service, and support administrative activities as required.

This faculty position will begin in Spring 2027. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications received by November 1, 2026. The salary and appointment rank will be based on education level and cumulative experience. For further information please visit www.sunykorea.ac.kr.

The candidate should be able to teach one or more of the following fashion/business courses:

• FM 108 & FM 109: FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE 1&2
• FM 201: SOCIAL MEDIA APPLICATIONS FOR FASHION BUSINESS
• FM 203: BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE IN PLANNING AND BUYING
• FM 204: INNOVATION IN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
• FM 207: RETAIL STRATEGIES
• FM 231: STRATEGIES OF SELLING

For course descriptions, see: http://catalog.fitnyc.edu/undergraduate/courses/fm/

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a master's degree in a field related to the business of fashion, or be enrolled in a master's degree program in progress to completion.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in the fashion industry.
• Experience in the area(s) of fashion analytics, planning and digital technology, merchandising strategies, brand development, and product management.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and understandably.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level teaching or instructional experience.
• Global expertise in the fashion industry.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

The following required application materials must be submitted electronically to FBMsearch@sunykorea.ac.kr in a single PDF file containing:

• Letter of interest indicating your qualifications for the position
• Professional Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy Statement
• Copy of Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates from all colleges and universities attended
• A minimum of three professional references, including names, titles, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail contact information.
• Official transcripts are required within the first 30 days of hire. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing their foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S.
• Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding his or her application status

For further information, please contact:

Professor Robin Baxter

Chair

Fashion Business Management Department

SUNY Korea

119-2 Songdo Moonhwa-Ro, Yeonsu-Gu

Incheon, South Korea 21985

E-mail: robin_baxter@fitnyc.edu