Associate Professor / August, 2018 — December

Engaged in research and teaching with a specialty in fabric design and formation, technical textile design, and physical-mechanical properties of fibers and fibrous assemblies. Integrates extensive industry experience with academic instruction to prepare students as innovative leaders. Conducts research on design, manufacture, and performance of textile materials with emphasis on health, sustainability, and advanced applications, supported by competitive funding.

Associate Department Head and Director of Graduate Programs / May, 2025 — December

Responsible for leadership roles within the department, including oversight of graduate programs, contributing to academic and strategic planning, and supporting student and faculty development.

Adjunct Associate Professor / July, 2013 — August, 2018

Taught and mentored students, contributing to the academic mission of the institution.

Research Associate / October, 2007 — September, 2008

Conducted research on 'Processability of Knitted and Woven Fabrics from Yarns containing Spandex', 'Improving UV resistance of high strength fibers', 'Analysis of Cost Competitiveness by Attenuation of Slasher and Sized Cotton Yarn Waste', 'Standard Operating Procedure for Color Measurement and Profiling', '3D Weaving', and 'Effect of Humidity and Temperature on Fabric Color Measurements'. Responsibilities included market research, testing, spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, finishing, evaluation of high strength fibers, assessing sizing machines, developing SOPs, installing and operating 3D weaving machines, and assessing effects of temperature and humidity on fabric color.

Graduate Research Assistant / August, 2003 — December, 2006

Conducted research on 'Processability of Knitted and Woven Fabrics from Yarns containing Spandex', 'Improving UV resistance of high strength fibers', 'Analysis of Cost Competitiveness by Attenuation of Slasher and Sized Cotton Yarn Waste', 'Standard Operating Procedure for Color Measurement and Profiling', '3D Weaving', and 'Effect of Humidity and Temperature on Fabric Color Measurements'. Responsibilities included market research, testing, spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, finishing, evaluation of high strength fibers, assessing sizing machines, developing SOPs, installing and operating 3D weaving machines, and assessing effects of temperature and humidity on fabric color.

Education Consultant Importer Support Program / January, 2021 — December

Delivers advanced textile workshops to 200-250 industry professionals annually in various global cities. Participants include product developers, technical designers, and supply chain managers from leading global apparel and retail brands. Workshops cover Denim Manufacturing and Finishing, Textile Fundamentals, Knit Woven Fabric Analysis, Color Comments and Lab Dips, Value Engineering, and Understanding Fabric and Product Defects. Fosters connections for collaborative research and experiential learning opportunities for students.

Expert opinion/advice / December, 2023 — December

Provided expert opinion and advice to law firms.

General Manager Innovation and Patents / June, 2015 — August, 2018

Led Innovation and New Business Development, managing research, analysis, design, and development of Innovation and New Product Development. Created an innovative Cotton Home Textile product portfolio including smart textiles. Involved in academia-industry collaborations, technology/market watch, and exploring licensing opportunities. Supported marketing and sales with regulatory advice. Apex Team member for business decisions. Drove IP development and management, discovering patentable matter, scientifically defining and validating innovation, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and prosecuting patent applications. Achievements include conceiving and developing Intelligent Home concepts with functional and smart textiles, identifying new material and technology innovation opportunities, successfully launching new brand/technology licenses, designing and developing test protocols, representing as supplier lead, collaborating with universities, developing a Business-Driven IP Strategy, expanding company's patent portfolio from three to over two dozen utility patents and five design patents, resolving patent infringement cases, and involvement in a supply chain tracking system design.

Technical Product Manager / October, 2008 — May, 2015

Designed and developed a line of products for a new business venture in therapeutic bedding and hospital patient apparel. Involved in manufacturing, testing, and marketing of new therapeutic, antimicrobial-treated, medically engineered products for healthcare, including new product development, woven dobby substrate development, patent applications, market research, and clinical trials. Responsible for designing and developing high-performance woven textiles for Medical, Industrial, Government, Defence, and Consumer Industries (e.g., medical fabrics, protective fabrics for clean manufacturing, contract fabrics). Conducted market research, new product development and evaluation, laboratory experiments, data analysis, and assisted in solving manufacturing problems. Achievements include expanding company's portfolio with next-generation products, commercializing innovative FDA 501K Class I cleared skin care products resulting in 60-70% reduction of Pressure Ulcers and 98% reduction in bioburden, designing and managing over 13 clinical trials with successful results, co-authoring patents and publications. Also involved in designing, developing, managing, and improving product portfolios for various technical applications, translating customer needs into new product opportunities, developing innovative products from advanced materials, materials selection, testing, failure investigation, quality control, and patent research. Key projects included hybrid woven composites for aircraft/windmills, cleanroom fabrics, woven composites for electronic circuit boards, recycled FR products, high strength UV resistant materials, breathable face masks, and woven materials for trade show pop-up booths.

Patent Analyst (Part-time) / March, 2007 — September, 2007

Responsible for researching patent and technical data. Analyzed trends and relationships in data. Collaborated with clients and other analysts. Presented findings in written reports and oral presentations.

Assistant Manager Research and Development / July, 2002 — July, 2003

Designed and developed woven and knitted fabrics for men's suiting and shirting and blankets. Responsible for Production Planning and Scheduling of weaving and knitting production. Provided directions for quality control test methods and supervised analysis of test results. Trained designers in using new computer-controlled weaving and knitting machines and CAD systems.