Jefferson Health · 23 hours ago
Studio Technical Associate
Jefferson Health is a nationally ranked health care system dedicated to providing high-quality clinical care and education. They are seeking a Studio Technical Associate for the Fashion Design program to support daily operations, maintain equipment, manage supplies, and assist students and faculty in a learning environment.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Maintain, service, troubleshoot, and coordinate repair (with outside vendors) of all fashion studio equipment, including industrial sewing and specialty machines, irons, dress forms and related tools; conduct routine preventive maintenance and assess future equipment needs
Oversee daily condition, cleanliness, organization, and safety of studios, classrooms, dressing rooms, storage areas, and display spaces; identify issues and manage work orders with Facilities as needed
Manage inventory, ordering, storage, and distribution of studio supplies, student work, materials, equipment, and donations; develop semester-based supply plans and coordinate with faculty, vendors, and administration to meet instructional and program needs
Maintain a regular presence in the sewing labs to provide hands-on technical assistance and mentorship to students on projects, including machine operation, pattern drafting, draping, and fabric and hardware selection, while also supporting faculty with course preparation, classroom needs, and cross-disciplinary collaborations
Schedule and supervise a team of work-study students. Prepare studios and resources for program events. Directly support fashion design team planning admissions events, exhibitions, fashion shows, photo shoots, and special initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design
Three years of professional experience in industrial apparel production, including garment construction and use of industrial sewing equipment
Strong knowledge of industrial sewing and specialty machines, and basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
Proficiency in professional apparel construction techniques, pattern drafting, draping, and textile applications
Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and flexibility to respond to changing priorities, deadlines, and event-based demands
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners to support instructional and program needs
Excellent organizational skills in managing studio supplies, equipment, and resources, including ordering, and space utilization
Preferred
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Benefits
Medical (including prescription)
Supplemental insurance
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service
Company
Jefferson Health
Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are partners in providing excellent clinical and compassionate care for our patients in the Philadelphia region, educating the health professionals of tomorrow in a variety of disciplines and discovering new knowledge that will define the future of clinical care.
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