Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky invites applications for a Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs, and contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities.

We seek someone who can cultivate relationships with industry partners and stakeholders to create meaningful student opportunities, internships, and applied projects, while contributing to a broad range of subject areas and maintaining

Qualifications

• 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.
• Extensive experience in the event industry or related field to credentialing body.
• Teaching experience or ability to contribute to undergraduate programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to student engagement, internships, applied learning, and collaborative projects.
• Support department, college, and university service activities and interdisciplinary initiatives.

Skills

Event management

Industry relationships

Communication

Teaching

Education

Master's degree or PhD in related field

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management

Requisition Number FE05007

Working Title

Department Name 81700:Retailing & Tourism Management

Work Location Lexington, KY

Type of Position Faculty

Position Time Status Full-Time

Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track

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.

Applicants must submit a letter of application (cover letter), curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, contact information for three professional references (including telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and email addresses), a teaching portfolio, project/work samples, and a statement of career goals.

Please upload the following documents in the Specific Request Documents section:

• Specific Request 1: Teaching Portfolio
• Specific Request 2: Project/Work Samples
• Specific Request 3: Statement of Career Goals (maximum 3 pages)

Letters of recommendation are not required as part of the initial application. The search committee may request letters of recommendation from selected candidates, which will be solicited electronically through the system.

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? 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 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.