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Date Listed: November 29, 2025

Employer Name: Montclair State University

Job Title: Assistant Professor Fashion History & Theory

Job Description: The Department of Art and Design's Fashion Design and Merchandising program invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2026. The ideal candidate will demonstrate research expertise in diverse areas of fashion history and theory, manage the Program’s historical teaching collection, and be prepared to teach and help shape undergraduate courses in two or more of the following areas: Global History of Fashion and Textiles, Dress and Culture (including Global and Diasporic Cultures), Fashion Forecasting, and Fashion and Sustainability in historical contexts. Starting date: August 28, 2026.See full job listing for more details: https://montclair.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/JobOpportunities/job/Montclair-NJ/Assistant-Professor--Fashion-History---Theory-_R1004699 

Job Application Qualifications: 

Required Qualifications 

PhD in Fashion Studies, Fashion History, Cultural Studies, or an equivalent terminal degree in a closely related field by the start date. Strong commitment to undergraduate education and student mentorship, and a minimum of one or two years of teaching experience in higher education. Demonstrated interdisciplinary research expertise in fashion history and the social/cultural dimensions of fashion, with an approach that can address global fashion cultures, technology, and business practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Record of scholarly publications and conference presentations. Curatorial experience in a professional or academic setting. Experience teaching diverse student populations. Experience with community-engaged scholarship or experiential learning pedagogies. Familiarity with bringing digital and emerging technologies into the classroom. Professional experience in the fashion industry. 

Application Instructions: 

Required materials: Cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, and 1-2 representative publications, which can be uploaded during the application process. Candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to provide three separate letters of recommendation.

Compensation: $77,593.35 to $124,176.93 annually

Deadline: December 31, 2025

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Date Listed: November 29, 2025

Employer Name: The Ohio State University

Job Title: Curator of Historic Costume and Textiles Collection

Job Description: The Fashion and Retail Studies program at Ohio State seeks an innovative staff member that serves as Curator of its Historic Costume and Textiles Collection in support of the curricular and research activities in the academic program. The curator will regularly install exhibits in a newly-renovated gallery as well as collaborate with external venues. As a member of the FRST team, the staff member will teach three courses per year as needed in the Fashion and Retail Studies program. The staff member is further expected to participate in fashion and retail studies program activities and curriculum development using the costume collection, and work with students in extracurricular environments is expected. 

Job Application Qualifications: 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion and Retail Studies or Museum Studies or related area Textile conservation knowledge and experience 
• Curatorial and exhibition experience with historic apparel and textiles 
• Successful teaching experience both in-person and online including large courses. 
• 6 years of relevant experience required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Past Perfect (preferred) or other museum collection software. 
• 8-12 years of relevant experience preferred

Compensation: $70,100.00 to $91,600.00 annually

Application Instructions: For more information and and application link, click here: https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Curator_R128514-1

Deadline: December 15, 2025

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Date Listed: November 19, 2025

Employer Name: Los Angeles Community College District

Job Title: Costume Maker

Job Description: The Los Angeles Community College District invites applications for Costume Maker - make, renovate, alter, and repair costumes used in a theater arts program. Visit their website for more information and to apply.

Compensation: $5,714.69 to $7,079.50 monthly

Deadline: December 12, 2025

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Date Listed: November 5, 2025

Employer Name: Virginia Tech, College of Architecture, Arts, and Design

Job Title: Assistant or Associate Professor, Fashion Merchandising & Design

Job Description: The School of Design is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Fashion Merchandising and Design (FMD). The applicants for this position must have expertise in textiles, fashion design, product development, and/or textile or design technology. The FMD major at Virginia Tech emphasizes the integration of design, product development, and merchandising of apparel products. Graduates work in product development as creative designers, technical designers, or product developers using their creative skills to conceptualize couture and ready-to-wear lines presented around the globe. Graduates may also work as retail buyers, store managers, website developers, internet merchants, or visual merchandisers for national and international companies. All FMD students graduate with a solid foundation in the fashion industry including design, retail and textiles. The successful candidate will be required to provide transcripts of the highest level of academic achievement and a portfolio of work as appropriate. The starting date is August 2026. Review of applications will begin January 5, 2026, and continue until a suitable candidate is appointed. This is an academic year (9-month) position.

Job Application Qualifications: 

Required Qualifications 

• A Ph.D. or a terminal degree in the Fine Arts completed by the appointment start date. At least one degree must be in fashion design, textiles, merchandising, retail, or in a discipline closely related to the courses to be taught 
• Demonstrated record of research/creative activity 
• Ability and willingness to collaborate effectively with various campus units and external industry groups 

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a university program in fashion design, textiles or experience in providing training in fashion industry settings 
• Experience managing supplies/materials and other studio resources 
• Knowledge of undergraduate policies in higher education 
• Ability to seek and obtain (or potential to attract) funding to support research and other scholarly activities 
• Proficiency in flat patternmaking, draping, and garment construction and/or in textile technologies and textile laboratory work 
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and CLO3D or other design technologies 
• Experience with plotting and poster production

Compensation: $80,000 to $95,000 annually

Application Instructions: For more information and to apply, click here.

Deadline: January 5, 2026

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Date Listed: November 5, 2025

Employer Name: Virginia Tech

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Practice, Fashion Merchandising & Design

Job Description: 

The School of Design is seeking applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Practice, in Fashion Merchandising and Design (FMD). The applicants for this position must have expertise in textiles, fashion design, product development, and/or textile or design technology. The FMD major at Virginia Tech emphasizes the integration of design, product development, and merchandising of apparel products. Graduates work in product development as creative designers, technical designers, or product developers using their creative skills to conceptualize couture and ready-to-wear lines presented around the globe. Graduates may also work as retail buyers, store managers, website developers, internet merchants, or visual merchandisers for national and international companies. All FMD students graduate with a solid foundation in the fashion industry including design, retail and textiles. The successful candidate will be required to provide transcripts of the highest level of academic achievement and a portfolio of work as appropriate. The starting date is August 2026. Review of applications will begin January 5, 2026, and continue until a suitable candidate is appointed. This is an academic year (9-month) position with an initial contract for three years with the opportunity for renewal.

Job Application Qualifications: 

Required Qualifications 

• Graduate or professional degree in apparel design, textiles, or related field, professional certification(s) if relevant, and/or significant professional experience. Experience and demonstrated competence in practice of the profession are expected. 
• Significant work experience in the apparel design, textiles, or apparel manufacturing industry 
• Ability and willingness to collaborate effectively with various campus units and external industry groups 

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in a university program in fashion design, textiles or experience in providing training in fashion industry settings 
• Experience managing supplies/materials and other studio resources 
• Knowledge of undergraduate policies in higher education 
• Proficiency in flat patternmaking, draping, and garment construction and/or in textile technologies and textile laboratory work 
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator and CLO3D or other design technologies 
• Experience with plotting and poster production 

Compensation: $65,000 to $75,000 annually

Application Instructions: For more information and to apply, click here.

Deadline: January 5, 2026

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Date Listed: November 11, 2025

Employer Name: Nancy M. Bruce Center for Design and Material Culture, University of Wisconsin–Madison

Job Title: Preparator

Job Description: The Nancy M. Bruce Center for Design and Material Culture is seeking applicants with a minimum of three years of post-baccalaureate work experience in art handling and installation in a museum or gallery setting. The Preparator is a key role at the center that leads technical aspects of the center’s exhibitions. This position reports to the Engagement Manager for Exhibitions and Programs and works closely with the Collections Manager, guest curators, and student hourly assistants. The Preparator is responsible for physical and logistical aspects of exhibition fabrication, including collaborating on exhibition design, planning and implementing production workflow, exhibition installation and lighting, and gallery maintenance. They are responsible for specialized object handling and fabrication of mounts for objects in the Helen Louise Allen Textile Collection and objects on loan for exhibitions in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery and Lynn Mecklenburg Textile Gallery. The Preparator is also responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment, ensuring proper workspace upkeep, gallery maintenance and cleaning, and the orderly inventory and storage of furniture, tools, and supplies. In addition, the Preparator must demonstrate the ability to contribute positively to a small team environment and to both give and receive constructive feedback and direction, fostering a collaborative and respectful working atmosphere.

Job Application Qualifications: 

Required Qualifications: 

• A strong background in fabrication with skills in carpentry, painting, and using power tools and demonstrated hand skills and experience making museum quality mounts using appropriate archival materials (fabric, foam, acrylic, archival board, wood, etc.)
• Experience with at least one aspect of the center’s tripartite focus on material culture, textiles, and design
• Demonstrated knowledge of professional museum collection care and object handling procedures
• Experience supporting exhibition design and consulting with designers and curators to plan and realize technical aspects of exhibitions
• Experience managing multiple projects and competing deadlines concurrently, including developing and implementing time-sensitive workflows for fabrication, gallery preparation, and installation
• Valid driver’s license 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with museum loan protocols, including packing, unpacking, condition reporting, and coordination with lenders
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral properties of fabric and textiles, as relevant to both mount making and preparing textile artifacts for display
• Knowledge of historical objects and skills for working with them
• Demonstrated ability to train and supervise others; willingness to teach preparator skills and tasks to student hourly employees 

Education: BA or BFA required 

Compensation: $26.25/hour

Application Instructions: Apply here: https://go.wisc.edu/c9r17n

Deadline: December 6, 2025

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Date Listed: October 23, 2025

Employer Name: Philadelphia Art Museum 

Job Title: Curator of Costume and Textiles and Head of Department 

Job Description:  The Philadelphia Art Museum seeks an inspired and forward-thinking curator to lead its distinguished department of Costume and Textiles—an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of one of the most significant collections in the country. At a pivotal moment of renewed institutional commitment to the field, the museum invites a dynamic leader to bring vision, creativity, and scholarly depth to a department poised for transformative growth.     Reporting to the Chief Curator, the successful candidate will craft and implement the department’s program, shaping acquisitions, exhibitions, and publications that highlight the relevance of fashion and textiles within historical and contemporary contexts. As the head of the department, they will have the opportunity to build their team with support for new hires. The curator also will collaborate with colleagues from departments across the institution and with partners locally, nationally, and internationally to extend the reach, impact, and relevance of the museum’s collection. In doing so, they will play a vital role in advancing the museum’s broader goals around community engagement, education, and artistic excellence. 

Job Application Qualifications: Advanced degree in art history, fashion history, textile studies, or a related field. Extensive experience (typically 10 or more years) in a curatorial role, with demonstrated leadership in the field of costume and textiles. Proven record of scholarship, including exhibitions and publications. Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills are essential. Experience supervising and mentoring staff. Familiarity with the market for fashion and textiles. Ability to cultivate donors and secure funding for department initiatives. Active involvement in professional networks and scholarly communities.

Compensation: $159,000 annually

Application Instructions: https://philamuseum.applytojob.com/apply/D65rN2xYle/Curator-Of-Costume-And-Textiles-And-Head-Of-Department

Deadline: December 31, 2025

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