Assistant Teaching Professor in Culinary and Hospitality Management
Iowa State UniversityAbout the role
Position Title:
Assistant Teaching Professor in Culinary and Hospitality ManagementAppointment Type:
FacultyJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management in the College of Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applicants for a 9-month term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. The initial appointment length is one year, with further renewal parameters to be determined by performance and department need.
The ideal candidate will be expected to teach up to 12 credit hours (or equivalent effort) per semester, which includes classroom and lab instruction of culinary, restaurant, and hospitality classes offered in the Hospitality and Event Management Program. The candidate is expected to engage in continuous professional and curriculum development at the undergraduate level and in department and institutional service. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and exhibit the potential for leadership in supporting the mission of the Department, College, and University.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Hospitality or Culinary-related field
3 years of relevant teaching experience at the college level
Industry experience in restaurant and/or café management
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Hospitality or Culinary-related field
Teaching experience at the college level in culinary and/or hospitality management
Industry experience in restaurant and/or café management
Ability to lead and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in a restaurant/café, and
other dining and event learning experiences
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management is one of five academic units in the College of Human Sciences. It offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Apparel, Merchandising and Design, Hospitality Management, and B.S. and M.S. in Event Management. Our classes are tailored to students to offer them real-world learning experiences that best prepare them for their future careers. We have one of the longest-running student-operated restaurants.
Department Unit/Website: https://aeshm.hs.iastate.edu/
Proposed Start Date:
August 16, 2024Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2025Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References
Application must be received by August 12th to receive full consideration.
For questions about this position, please contact Dr. Linda Niehm at niehmlin@iastate.edu.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
August 5, 2024Posting Close Date:
August 12, 2024Job Requisition Number:
R15261Apply for this role
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