Lecturer in Retail & Tourism Management — Industry-Driven Education

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington invites applications for a Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs and contributing to department, college, and university service.

The successful candidate will cultivate industry partnerships, create opportunities for student engagement, internships, and applied learning, and participate in interdisciplinary initiatives while demonstrating strong oral and written

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3–5 years' event industry experience.
• PhD in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Retailing Management or related field preferred.
• Credentialing by the university's accrediting body required.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs.
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with industry partners and community stakeholders.
• Create opportunities for student engagement, internships and applied learning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary initiatives and advise students.

Skills

Event management

Industry partnerships

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Master's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

PhD in Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

The University of Kentucky in Lexington invites applications for a Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs and contributing to department, college, and university service.

The successful candidate will cultivate industry partnerships, create opportunities for student engagement, internships, and applied learning, and participate in interdisciplinary initiatives while demonstrating strong oral and written