Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management

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

Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management

Job Title Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management

Requisition Number

Requisition Number FE05007

Working Title

Department Name

Department Name 81700:Retailing & Tourism Management

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Type of Position Faculty

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

Masters’ degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience or Ph.D in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Retailing Management or related field.

Required Related Experience

Applicants must possess an earned master’s degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience in the event industry or Ph.D (preferred) in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Tourism , or related field by the date of appointment in order to be credentialed by our university’s accrediting body

Required License/Registration/Certification

n/a

Job Summary

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs, and contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities. The department is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in event management and related fields, who can contribute to the continued expansion of event-related courses, experiential learning opportunities, and interdisciplinary initiatives.

The successful candidate will also be expected to cultivate and strengthen relationships with industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement, internships, applied learning and collaborative projects.

In addition to supporting the department’s growing emphasis on event management, the successful candidate will contribute to student learning across a broad range of subject areas, including customer service, emerging technologies, and professional development. The candidate must demonstrate excellence in oral and written communication and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.

The position includes teaching twelve credit hours (four courses) during one academic semester and nine credit hours (three courses) during the other semester and may also include summer teaching assignments.

This position will remain open until filled. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The successful candidate will be expected to cultivate and strengthen relationships with industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement, interships, applied learning, and collaborative projects.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Applicants must possess an earned master’s degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience in the event industry or PhD (preferred) in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Retailing Management or related field, by the date of appointment in order to be credentialed by our university’s accrediting body.

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled Yes

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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