Job DescriptionAssistant Professor: Textile Science, Surface Design & Fashion HeritagePosition SummaryThe Assistant Professor shall be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in fashion designfoundations, fashion illustration, design methodology, design projects, and fashion history. Thefaculty member will foster creativity, critical thinking, visual communication, and historicalunderstanding while mentoring students in developing strong design concepts, artisticexpression, and professional competencies aligned with contemporary fashion industry practices.Courses to be TaughtUnder the module Textile Science, Surface Design & Fashion Heritage, the faculty shall teach: Textile Studies Indian Textiles Surface Ornamentation Fashion History & Culture Apparel MerchandisingQualifications Masters Degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, Textile Science, Apparel Merchandising,Fashion Technology, or a closely related discipline with at least 55% marks (or equivalentgrade) from a recognized university. NET/SLET/SET qualification or Ph.D. as per current UGC regulations (where applicable). Industry or academic experience in textiles, surface design, merchandising, or fashionheritage is desirable. Experience working with artisan communities, textile clusters, retail organizations, or fashionbrands will be an added advantage.Key Responsibilities Deliver theory and practical courses in textile science, fibre technology, fabric construction, dyeing,printing, embroidery, and surface embellishment. Teach historical development of fashion, costume traditions, cultural influences, and heritagetextiles.



Guide students in textile identification, performance evaluation, and appropriate material selectionfor fashion products. Conduct practical demonstrations in traditional and contemporary surface ornamentationtechniques. Deliver instruction in apparel merchandising, sourcing, retail operations, product lifecycle, andfashion supply chain management. Integrate design thinking methodologies and emergingtechnologies, including AI-assisted design tools where appropriate. Supervise textile laboratories and surface design studios. Demonstrate techniques such as embroidery, block printing, screen printing, resist dyeing, fabricpainting, appliqué, quilting, and mixed-media embellishment. Maintain laboratory equipment, textile samples, dyeing tools, printing screens, and teachingcollections. Ensure safe laboratory practices and proper use of materials and equipment. Mentor students increative development, portfolio preparation, and design competitions. Conduct research in fashion design, design education, fashion history, visual culture, andrelated fields. Organize workshops, seminars, exhibitions, design competitions, and guest lectures. Engage in consultancy, cooperative projects, and industry-academia partnerships. Design and evaluate theory examinations, studio assignments, design projects, portfolios, andpresentations. Conduct continuous internal assessments in accordance with institutional policies. Maintain accurate academic records and provide constructive feedback to students.Skills Required Textile Science Surface Ornamentation Fashion History & Culture Apparel Merchandising

📌 Assistant Professor - Textile Science And Heritage (Noida)
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📍 Noida