LECTURER

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Florida invites applications and nominations for a lecturer position in the Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management. This non-tenure track position seeks a faculty member with substantial event/hospitality and entertainment industry experience who can effectively bridge classroom instruction with real-world applications and workforce preparation. This position is expected to significantly strengthen undergraduate recruitment, student retention, and industry partnerships. The primary responsibility of this position is to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Event and Entertainment Management, Applied Industry Leadership, Hospitality Human Resources, and Food and Beverage Management. Given the continued growth of the undergraduate Event Management program, immediate instructional needs are anticipated in Lodging Operations and Management, Branding Strategies, Theme Parks and Entertainment, Event Venue Sales and Services, and Advanced Strategic Event Management. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to both residential and online courses and program development. As a Lecturer in Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management, the successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the program's outreach by cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with industry stakeholders and partners. The faculty member will provide career guidance and mentorship to students and actively participate in service activities at the program, department, college, and university levels. The successful applicant will be afforded opportunities and support to broaden their teaching portfolio, develop innovative coursework, and contribute to the continued advancement and growth of the department's academic programs.

Requirements

An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) in a relevant field.
Substantial industry experience in event planning and management, resort operations, and corporate settings.
Passion for teaching and student success.
Strong commitment to instructional excellence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders within the local community and throughout the State of Florida.
Considerable knowledge and experience working with online course development and delivery.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Event and Entertainment Management, Applied Industry Leadership, Hospitality Human Resources, and Food and Beverage Management.
Contribute to both residential and online courses and program development.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with industry stakeholders and partners.
Provide career guidance and mentorship to students.
Actively participate in service activities at the program, department, college, and university levels.
Broaden teaching portfolio, develop innovative coursework, and contribute to the advancement and growth of the department's academic programs.