Assistant or Associate Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management

The Department of Retail, Hospitality, and Tourism Management (RHTM), in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences (CEHHS) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor with an emphasis on Hospitality and Tourism Management. This is a tenure track, nine-month position with a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Hospitality and Tourism Management   (HTM) using diverse modalities (in-person, hybrid, or online).

·         Conduct research and build scholarships that can complement the expertise of the department and college.

·         Actively participate in graduate education and mentor doctoral students.

·         Provide service to the department, college, and the university.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR RANK

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         An earned doctorate in Hospitality Management or a closely related discipline at time of application

·         A minimum of three years of teaching and research experience in hospitality and tourism management

·         Evidence of developing a cohesive research agenda in hospitality and tourism management

·         Effective communication and interpersonal skills

·         Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·      Experience with doctoral student mentorship

·      Securing external funding through writing grants and other sources

·      Managerial experience in the hospitality or tourism industry for instructional effectiveness

·      Research expertise in sustainability in hospitality and tourism management

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR RANK

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         An earned doctorate in Hospitality Management or a closely related discipline at time of application

·         Evidence of a cohesive research agenda in hospitality and tourism management

·         Evidence of teaching excellence in undergraduate and graduate courses

·         Successful mentoring of doctoral students

·         Effective communication and interpersonal skills

·         Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·      A proven record of teaching a variety of courses in hospitality and tourism management

·      Securing external funding through writing grants and other sources

·      Managerial experience in the hospitality or tourism industry for instructional effectiveness

·      ‘Research expertise in sustainability in hospitality and tourism management

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Screening of applications will begin January 11, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.  To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and three references to: http://apply.interfolio.com/117535