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Assistant/Associate Professor, Events Management



Job Summary

The School of Resort and Hospitality Management (SRHM) is a School within the Lutgert College of Business and offers a newly revised BS in Resort and Hospitality Administration program that began in Fall 2020. A recent program review involving both internal and external stakeholders resulted in a redesigned, high-impact curriculum that ensures students acquire both cutting-edge knowledge and essential business competencies. The program is dually accredited by ACPHA and AACSB.

SRHM is seeking to fill one position at the Assistant/Associate Professor Level. Although all specialties will be considered, preference will be given to the area of Event Management.

The Resort & Hospitality Administration program Assistant/Associate Professor will teach at the undergraduate level, be involved in course and/or curriculum development; research/scholarship; participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives. The successful candidate will demonstrate credentials consistent with “Scholarly Academic” classification under the AACSB faculty qualifications. While all specialties will be considered, preference will be given to candidates with a specialty in Event Management.

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

Florida Gulf Coast University is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive working and learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of the campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview.

At FGCU, we collectively stand against any individual or group that practices any form of racism, discrimination, intolerance, hate expressions, or disrespect. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, religious beliefs, abilities, ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, family statuses, and military backgrounds. FGCU strives to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our University stronger. The University community recognizes the importance of a diverse and inclusive institution and holds these ideals as paramount for the current and future success of the institution.

We seek colleagues who promote and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for this position as we believe that our University will grow and move forward through a commitment of equality for all.

Job Description

Essential Job Duties

Teaches three (3) classes a semester, Fall and Spring. Conducts scholarly activities commensurate with rank, serves on college & university committees, serve as a mentor to students, and liaison with hospitality community.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications
  • Earned Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Hospitality Administration or closely related discipline.
  • Professional work experience in hospitality related business operations.
  • Experience teaching undergraduate hospitality courses.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct research and place quality scholarship in appropriate academic journals.
  • Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. from an accredited institution; ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2022. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience teaching undergraduate (and graduate, where applicable) event management, special events, & events marketing courses Managerial work experience in the hospitality industry, particularly in the event industry.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Experience or commitment to the application of sound theoretical and pedagogical practices specific to teaching and learning pertinent to university teaching. Interest in collaborating both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning. Must value continued scholarship and service to the school and university.
Special Instructions to Applicants

Appointment will be made on a 9-month multi-year appointment basis available August 2022.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida’s Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore, all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.

Under Florida’s Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.

Required Application Materials:
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Five (5) Professional References
The position is listed as “open until filled”, however applications received by February 15, 2022 will receive priority consideration.

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

FGCU is an EOE AA /F/Vet/Disability Employer.

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