Clinical Instructor of Retail and Merchandising Management

Description

 

The Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management (RHTM), in the College of

Education, Health and Human Sciences (CEHHS) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville

(UTK) seeks applications for a 9-month, Clinical Instructor in the Retail and Merchandising Management program. The position start date is January 1 or August 1, 2025. This is a non-tenure track, nine-month position with a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

 

 

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•       A master’s degree in retail, fashion merchandising and/or marketing, or a closely related discipline by the time of      application

•       Evidence of quality teaching in face-to-face and online classes at an accredited post-secondary institution

•       Proven record of teaching a variety of topics in retail, merchandising, and/or fashion management

•       Effective communication and interpersonal skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•       Evidence of effective and innovative course development and instruction at the post-secondary level

•       Progressive managerial experience in the retail or fashion industry

Application Instructions

Screening of applications will begin on September 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. To apply, submit the following materials: (1) a cover letter describing how your academic and professional experiences match the position, and how your teaching interests align with the department’s goals, (2) a current curriculum vitae, (3) a teaching portfolio, and (4) three references, including their preferred method of contact (e.g., email or phone). Please submit all applications materials to http://apply.interfolio.com/151017 

For further questions about the position, please contact Dr. Jason Carpenter, Search Committee Chair: jcarpen1@utk.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.