Career Opportunities

Fashion Design Lab Supervisor (Part-Time Position)

This position is no longer open.

The Department of Design at the School of Architecture & Design is looking for a Part-Time position for Fall 2014, to monitor the FD studios and teach the following courses:

CONSTRUCTION I  3 credits

This studio introduces the hands-on craft and skill of basic patternmaking and the methods of measuring and sizing in translating design concepts into 3D form. Topics covered include: textile technology, layout drafting and cutting, draping using forms to achieve basic garment components- bodices (tops and jackets), dresses, skirts, trousers, seams, lining and hems, lace-up, zippers and buttons, darts and pleats, sleeves and cuffs, collars- as well as hand and machine sewing and finishing. Visits will be made to local factories to observe the commercial process of producing garments on a mass quantity scale.

CONSTRUCTION II  3 credits

This is an intermediate course in the technical construction of garments and accessories. Advanced pattern drafting, sewing techniques, challenging fabric choices that elaborate on knitwear yarns and textures, extensible/stretch fabrics and micro fabrics, hybridization of textiles in structure, texture and connections, knitwear hand and machine techniques (yarn technology, card punching for flat and circular machines), crocheting, embroidery and embellishment of fabrics such as quilting, cartridge pleating and trapunto are all explored in this course, which will give students a thorough knowledge of their craft. The course is also supported by guided tours of couture houses to observe how sophisticated garments are produced.

Minimum Requirements:

Candidates should have experience in working in fashion industry producing sampling and operating the machines in addition to an extensive knowledge of sewing techniques appropriate for a wide range of apparel styles including casual wear through to tailoring.  An ability to plan & demonstrate techniques to groups & supervise individual projects is essential.

Duration of position:

This position will open in Fall 2014, which starts in September 2014; and is renewed on a term-by-term basis.

Application:

Interested candidates should apply electronically by sending a CV. The CV should include the names and emails of three references and emailed to beirut.hire@lau.edu.lb, specifying the job title in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday April 30, 2014.

No applications will be accepted after this date, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Lebanese American University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity.