Description

ASU FIDM in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University seeks a full-time 9-month (academic year) tenure-track Assistant Professor of Fashion Merchandising beginning in Fall 2026. This position includes undergraduate teaching, research and service responsibilities. This position is located on the Phoenix campus and will teach in person, with the ability to teach in online and hybrid environments desired.

About ASU

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. In 2022, ASU was named a Hispanic-Serving Institution and in 2023, ASU joined the prestigious Association of American Universities. ASU is deeply committed to advancing in innovative ways while sustaining a welcoming, supportive and empowering environment for all members of our community.

About the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

The Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University is one of the most comprehensive design and arts schools in the country, located within a dynamic research university focused on transformative change. Built on a unique combination of disciplines, the Herberger Institute comprises ASU FIDM and ASU FIDM Museum; the School of Art; The Design School; The Sidney Poitier New American Film School; The GAME School; the School of Music, Dance and Theatre; and the ASU Art Museum. The Herberger Institute is committed to redefining the 21st-century design and arts school through developing and scaling ideas that strengthen the role of designers and artists across all areas of society and culture, increasing the capacity of artists to make a difference in their communities.

About ASU FIDM

ASU FIDM, the fashion school in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University, is dedicated to making fashion education accessible to all aspiring fashion students. Our inclusive approach prepares the next generation of fashion leaders by offering expert-led instruction from industry professionals and access to unparalleled facilities in both downtown Phoenix and downtown Los Angeles. We offer programs in fashion design, fashion merchandising, apparel product development, apparel technical design, and costume design and technology. At ASU FIDM, we are democratizing fashion education, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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Position Description and Essential Functions

This position includes essential functions of teaching and mentoring students in fashion merchandising, developing new courses based on individual strengths and service according to departmental needs. The successful candidate is expected to pursue an active research agenda in fashion merchandising. Areas of emphasis may include: Omnichannel merchandising, digital commerce, retail and consumer analytics, technology applications in fashion merchandising, or visual merchandising.

The successful candidate must demonstrate excellence in teaching with the ability to develop and instruct a variety of in-person and online course offerings. The successful candidate will teach and mentor undergraduate students based on department needs including developing new courses related to their area of expertise. Additional responsibilities include service to ASU FIDM, Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts, and ASU.

We are especially interested in applicants who are dedicated to advancing the ASU Charter and realizing ASU’s Design Aspirations and the mission of the School.

Required Qualifications:

● PhD or appropriate terminal degree with coursework in fashion or a related field; ABD considered.

● Evidence of excellence in teaching.

● Demonstrated proficiency in fashion merchandising in two or more of the following areas: Omnichannel merchandising, digital commerce, retail and consumer analytics, technology applications in fashion merchandising, or visual merchandising.

Desired Qualifications:

● Evidence of successful teaching and mentorship in fashion merchandising for undergraduate beginning, intermediate and/or advanced courses.

● Demonstrated potential to achieve national and international recognition in scholarly research and/or creative work.

● Professional fashion industry experience with evidence of ongoing/sustained activity.

● Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with peers, colleagues, and professionals in academic settings, the fashion industry and/or at the community level.

● Familiarity with new directions in fashion industry trends.

Instructions to Apply:

Please submit:

● A letter of interest addressing suitability to the position description and required qualifications

● A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including professional and teaching experience

● Examples of scholarship (limit to 3 publications and/or creative work)

● Names and contact information of three references

Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials.

Application Deadline:

The application deadline is 07/23/2026. Applications for a reserve pool will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.