Assistant Professor - HMT

Northwestern State University, School of Business is seeking qualified applicants for the Assistant Professor position in Hospitality Management & Tourism.  Review of applicants will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

To Apply:  Application letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and contact information for three references should be sent to Dr. Valerie Salter, Hospitality Management & Tourism, Northwestern State University of LA, 132 Family and Consumer Sciences, Natchitoches, LA 71497, phone 318-357-4610, email salterv@nsula.edu.
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check and educational credential verification.

 Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.
 
 
The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.
 
 
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*Inquiries regarding employment application status should be emailed to salterv@nsula.edu

 

Qualifications

Minimum of 18 hours or master's in hospitality or closely related field required. Preference given to candidates with experience in teaching undergraduate-level courses in hospitality. Demonstrated ability to effectively teach courses in hospitality and/or culinary arts is desired. Documented teaching experience and research or professional record are preferred. Applicants should possess extensive knowledge in hospitality management and culinary arts with the ability to utilize a variety of technology. Documented record of teaching both face-to-face and online classes. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Applicants should be able to meet ACPHA scholarly or professional qualifications. Publications and evidence of research capability are expected for scholarly qualifications.

Teach 12-15 credit hours of business courses, maintain office hours, advise/counsel students, provide service to the Hospitality Management & Tourism, the College of Business and Technology as well as NSU, serve on various committees and assist in program development. Have the ability to meet ACPHA scholarly or professional qualification. Publications and
evidence of research capability are expected for scholarly qualifications. Professional engagement and evidence of professional expertise are expected for professional qualifications. Participate in professional service activities within the college, university, or above. Other duties as assigned by the HMT Coordinator.