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Cornell University

Temporary Research Aide

Ithaca, NY · On-site

Document research processes, material tests, and outcomes for analysis and reporting. * Assist in ... Demonstrated experience in textile development, knit fabrication, or material-based research.

Macy's

Senior, Textile Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$94K - $156K/yr

Align with the Design Director on trend and category research, including the retail market ... Prepare print boards and set up presentations for market. * Assist in designing companion prints ...

Macy's

Senior, Textile Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$94K - $156K/yr

Align with the Design Director on trend and category research, including the retail market ... Prepare print boards and set up presentations for market. * Assist in designing companion prints ...

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How much do research assistant textile jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for research assistant textile in the United States is $21.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Research Assistant Textile vs Textile Technician?

AspectResearch Assistant TextileTextile Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Science, or related fieldTechnical diploma or associate degree in Textile Technology or related field
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, academic institutionsManufacturing plants, textile mills, production facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, textile companies for R&DTextile manufacturing companies, production units
Common Search & ComparisonResearch Assistant Textile vs Textile Technician

Research Assistant Textile roles focus on conducting experiments, data analysis, and supporting research projects in laboratories or academic settings. Textile Technicians typically work on the production floor, operating machinery, and ensuring quality in textile manufacturing. While both roles require technical knowledge of textiles, Research Assistants are more research-oriented, whereas Textile Technicians are more production-focused.

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Infographic showing various Research Assistant Textile job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,571 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Assistant Textile Designer

Perry Ellis International

Miami, FL

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Position Summary:

Perry Ellis International is seeking a creative, highly organized Associate Textile Designer to join our art and design team in Miami, FL. Reporting directly to the Art Director, this position focuses 100% on pure creative execution-developing original, brand-specific prints, patterns, and surface artwork across a wide array of men's, women's, golf, Latin, and sleepwear lines. You will translate seasonal trends into original painted, drawn, or digitally created artwork, cleaning prints, color-reducing files, and ensuring all assets are technical, production-ready, and delivered on strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

Original Artwork & Print Creation: Create original textile prints, patterns, and surface artwork (including hand-painted florals, watercolors, and fine-art layouts) that align with seasonal concept directions across multiple brands.

Production & Technical Preparation: Execute advanced print technicals-color-reducing, cleaning artwork, indexing colors, setting up production-ready mechanicals, and putting designs into seamless repeat for global factories and vendors.

Multi-Brand Execution: Balance a high-volume workload across multiple brand portfolios (including Perry Ellis, golf, lifestyle, and licensed apparel), keeping track of distinct aesthetic guidelines and project timelines.

Trend Translation & Research: Conduct research on macro print, color, and textile trends to support the creation of fresh, market-relevant patterns and collections.

Archive & Asset Management: Maintain physical and digital print libraries, keeping raw artwork files, vector assets, and factory-ready packs organized for cross-functional access.

Qualifications:

Experience: 1-2+ years of applied print, textile, or surface design experience in the apparel/retail industry. (Note: This role requires dedicated textile/print experience; pure graphic or corporate layout design will not be considered.)

Education: Bachelor's Degree (BA, BS, or BFA) in Textile Design, Print Design, Illustration, or a related surface design field preferred.

Technical Proficiency: Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator) is required, particularly with tools used for color reduction, artwork cleaning, and pattern repeats.

Generative AI & Software: Experience with NedGraphics, Adobe Firefly, or AI-driven artwork tools is a plus.

Portfolio Requirement: A comprehensive surface design portfolio demonstrating hand-artistry (watercolors, florals, drawn elements), layout composition, repeat patterns, and color-reduced print executions.

Personal Attributes & Work Style:

Fine-Artistry & Layout Focus: True textile artist mindset with an understanding of hand-drawn/painted elements, scale, color application, and flow across a garment.

High-Volume Multitasker: Ability to manage multiple projects, brands, and tight deadlines simultaneously without feeling overwhelmed. 

Exacting Attention to Detail: Precise focus on technical accuracy when preparing factory-ready files, mechanicals, and color separations.

Adaptable & Resilient: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude.

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