Assistant Professor in Event Management and Experience Design

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UNT System Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We are growing with the DFW region, enrolling a record 47,000+ students across our system and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

Posting Title Assistant Professor in Event Management and Experience Design Department UNT-Hospitality & Tourism-137310 College/School Job Location Denton Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Retirement Eligibility ORP Eligible Additional Retirement Information

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Salary Information Department Summary

The mission of the Hospitality and Tourism Management program is to educate students for leadership in the global hospitality and tourism industries and to advance the profession through excellence in teaching, research, and service. The program offers a B.S. in Hospitality Management, a B.S. in Event Design and Experience Management, a M.S. in Hospitality Management, a M.S. in International Sustainable Tourism, and two 12-hour online Graduate Certificates in Hospitality Management, and Event and Tourism Management. The M.S. in Hospitality Management is offered as both resident and 100% online program. The Hospitality Management program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Summary

The Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton, TX invites applications for a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track) in Event Management and Experience Design.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Chair and HTM faculty members to develop and teach an innovative curriculum utilizing the latest technology for onsite and virtual events, enhance the undergraduate experience, grow bachelor's and master's enrollment, conduct research in the field and in aligned fields, and grow industry connections.

The search committee encourages applications and nominations of all qualified persons, including those from underrepresented groups.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Event Management/Hospitality Management/Hospitality Administration/Tourism; OR, consideration will be given to closely aligned doctoral degree with evidence of graduate coursework in hospitality field. Evidence of industry experiences and connections, including a record in working in the event, hospitality, club, resort, tourism, or attraction industries.

Preferred Qualifications Required License / Registration / Certification Physical Requirements Ability to communicate Area of Specialty Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position. EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

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Hours: 40 hr/wk, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm

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