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FSU Panama City Hospitality and Tourism Management Program
Florida State University is one of the nation’s top public universities, and FSU Panama City amplifies the university’s efforts to preserve, expand, and disseminate knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and human services professions. FSU Panama City is located 100 miles west of Tallahassee on the beautiful North St. Andrews Bay and is only three miles from the beaches of the Emerald Coast. FSU PC currently houses 20 bachelor's programs, 9 master's programs, and 1 doctoral program, and boasts a small faculty-to-student ratio, which gives students a more personalized academic experience. Please visit for information about our FSU PC Promise to students and for more information about our campus. FSU Panama City also recently opened a brand new, residential housing complex on campus and right on the water. This new apartment-style complex at FSU PC houses both undergraduate and graduate students. For more information about our on-campus housing, visit.
Responsibilities
- Develop and teach face-to-face and online courses in the Hospitality and Tourism Management curriculum with a special emphasis on core courses in the program (including: financial analysis, leadership, marketing for hospitality, managing revenues, lodging, and/or catering management).
- Work with colleagues on campus, and from the Dedman College of Hospitality at the Tallahassee campus, to support the program with course coordination, curriculum development, and committee service.
- Provide high quality instruction, career advising/mentorship, and student service to our on-campus and online students.
- Be an engaged faculty member fostering relationships with local hospitality and tourism education and industry partners.
- Opportunities are available to engage in research, though not specifically required for this teaching faculty position.
Qualifications
PhD or DBA in Hospitality Management, or strongly related field, from an accredited institution. Candidates who are ABD will be considered, and candidates who have a Master’s degree in Hospitality Management with a related doctoral degree will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include: previous university teaching experience, demonstrated ability to teach online, and applied, industry experience. We especially seek candidates who can teach a broad range of undergraduate Hospitality Management courses. Successful candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and be dedicated to student success.
Helpful
Florida State University Panama City’s Hospitality Management Bachelor’s degree program is offered in-person with the flexibility for students to combine online with face-to-face courses. Overall, the program prepares students for leadership and management positions in hospitality and tourism businesses and organizations. The FSU Dedman College of Hospitality is world-renowned for their faculty and programs. The Dedman College’s Hospitality Management program has been ranked as a top 10 program in the world by the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
For more information about the Dedman College of Hospitality please visit.
Contact Info
Dr. Amy Polick, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, FSU Panama City - apolick@fsu.edu
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.
Applicants are encouraged but not required to submit the following materials with application for consideration:
- A cover letter describing applied experiences specific to Hospitality Management, university teaching experience, courses in the Hospitality and Tourism Management program the applicant feels qualified to teach, and why you are seeking this position.
- Current curriculum vitae.
- A leadership statement highlighting values in leadership for student academic and clinical success.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (copies of teaching evaluations and other data).
- Applicants may also upload additional, relevant material to support your application in the FSU application system. If the system does not allow this information to be uploaded, email hr@pc.fsu.edu to arrange submission of materials.
Confidential Letters of Reference: Follow the steps below to request these letters through our system:
1) After submitting your application, click the Careers link.
2) Click the My References link.
3) Click the Send/View Reference Request button next to the appropriate position and
4) Follow the steps on that page to send your references a system generated email requesting they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.
You may also return to the My References link and click on "Send/View Reference Request" to see if your references have responded, add additional references, or resend requests.
Considerations
This is a Faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
The position will begin in Fall 2026 with consideration for Spring 2027 if circumstances warrant.
This position will be on-site in Panama City, Florida.
This position is being advertised as open until filled.
The review of applications will start May 11, 2026. Applications received by the review date are assured full consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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FSU Panama City Hospitality and Tourism Management Program
Florida State University is one of the nation’s top public universities, and FSU Panama City amplifies the university’s efforts to preserve, expand, and disseminate knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and human services professions. FSU Panama City is located 100 miles west of Tallahassee on the beautiful North St. Andrews Bay and is only three miles from the beaches of the Emerald Coast. FSU PC currently houses 20 bachelor's programs, 9 master's programs, and 1 doctoral program, and boasts a small faculty-to-student ratio, which gives students a more personalized academic experience. Please visit for information about our FSU PC Promise to students and for more information about our campus. FSU Panama City also recently opened a brand new, residential housing complex on campus and right on the water. This new apartment-style complex at FSU PC houses both undergraduate and graduate students. For more information about our on-campus housing, visit.
Responsibilities
- Develop and teach face-to-face and online courses in the Hospitality and Tourism Management curriculum with a special emphasis on core courses in the program (including: financial analysis, leadership, marketing for hospitality, managing revenues, lodging, and/or catering management).
- Work with colleagues on campus, and from the Dedman College of Hospitality at the Tallahassee campus, to support the program with course coordination, curriculum development, and committee service.
- Provide high quality instruction, career advising/mentorship, and student service to our on-campus and online students.
- Be an engaged faculty member fostering relationships with local hospitality and tourism education and industry partners.
- Opportunities are available to engage in research, though not specifically required for this teaching faculty position.
Qualifications
PhD or DBA in Hospitality Management, or strongly related field, from an accredited institution. Candidates who are ABD will be considered, and candidates who have a Master’s degree in Hospitality Management with a related doctoral degree will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include: previous university teaching experience, demonstrated ability to teach online, and applied, industry experience. We especially seek candidates who can teach a broad range of undergraduate Hospitality Management courses. Successful candidates are expected to have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and be dedicated to student success.
Helpful
Florida State University Panama City’s Hospitality Management Bachelor’s degree program is offered in-person with the flexibility for students to combine online with face-to-face courses. Overall, the program prepares students for leadership and management positions in hospitality and tourism businesses and organizations. The FSU Dedman College of Hospitality is world-renowned for their faculty and programs. The Dedman College’s Hospitality Management program has been ranked as a top 10 program in the world by the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
For more information about the Dedman College of Hospitality please visit.
Contact Info
Dr. Amy Polick, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, FSU Panama City - apolick@fsu.edu
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.
Applicants are encouraged but not required to submit the following materials with application for consideration:
- A cover letter describing applied experiences specific to Hospitality Management, university teaching experience, courses in the Hospitality and Tourism Management program the applicant feels qualified to teach, and why you are seeking this position.
- Current curriculum vitae.
- A leadership statement highlighting values in leadership for student academic and clinical success.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (copies of teaching evaluations and other data).
- Applicants may also upload additional, relevant material to support your application in the FSU application system. If the system does not allow this information to be uploaded, email hr@pc.fsu.edu to arrange submission of materials.
Confidential Letters of Reference: Follow the steps below to request these letters through our system:
1) After submitting your application, click the Careers link.
2) Click the My References link.
3) Click the Send/View Reference Request button next to the appropriate position and
4) Follow the steps on that page to send your references a system generated email requesting they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.
You may also return to the My References link and click on "Send/View Reference Request" to see if your references have responded, add additional references, or resend requests.
Considerations
This is a Faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
The position will begin in Fall 2026 with consideration for Spring 2027 if circumstances warrant.
This position will be on-site in Panama City, Florida.
This position is being advertised as open until filled.
The review of applications will start May 11, 2026. Applications received by the review date are assured full consideration.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Align your credentials with FSU's specialty occupation standard
H-1B eligibility for Teaching roles requires your degree to directly relate to the courses you'll instruct. A generalist degree paired with a specialized teaching assignment can trigger USCIS scrutiny, so document the connection explicitly in your application materials.
Target departments with active doctoral programs
FSU departments running active PhD programs hire more consistently for Teaching roles that qualify for visa sponsorship. Identify faculty in your discipline and reach out about visiting instructor or postdoctoral teaching positions before formal postings go live.
Confirm the role is PERM-eligible before accepting an offer
Not every Teaching position at FSU qualifies for permanent residency sponsorship via PERM. Tenure-track faculty lines are far more likely to support EB-2 or EB-3 filings than adjunct or visiting roles, so clarify this with FSU's HR before signing.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Teaching openings by visa type
FSU posts Teaching roles across multiple channels, and not all listings flag sponsorship availability. Use Migrate Mate to browse FSU Teaching jobs filtered by the visa categories you need, so you're not applying blind to roles that won't support your status.
Start J-1 paperwork well before your intended start date
If FSU sponsors your Teaching role under a J-1 Exchange Visitor program, your DS-2019 form must be issued before SEVIS activation. Factor in at least eight to ten weeks for departmental approval and institutional processing to avoid delaying your start date.
Request a clear timeline for LCA filing at the offer stage
Before your start date is confirmed, ask FSU's Office of Human Resources when they'll submit the Labor Condition Application to DOL. LCA certification is a prerequisite for H-1B filing, and delays at this stage can push your start date back by weeks.
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Does Florida State University sponsor H-1B visas for Teaching roles?
Yes, Florida State University sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Teaching positions, particularly tenure-track and full-time instructional roles that meet USCIS specialty occupation standards. The role must require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field directly related to the teaching assignment. Adjunct and part-time positions are less commonly sponsored, so confirm eligibility with FSU's HR team during the offer stage.
How do I apply for Teaching jobs at Florida State University?
Teaching positions at FSU are posted through the university's official careers portal. You can also browse FSU Teaching roles filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify which openings align with your work authorization needs. For faculty-level positions, applications typically require a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, and letters of recommendation submitted through the department's search committee process.
Which visa types does Florida State University commonly use for Teaching roles?
FSU sponsors H-1B visas for full-time Teaching roles and J-1 Exchange Visitor visas for visiting faculty and exchange instructors. F-1 OPT and CPT are available for graduate students in teaching assistant roles. TN visas apply to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying instructional positions. For permanent residency, eligible Teaching staff may be sponsored through EB-2 or EB-3 PERM-based pathways, typically tied to tenure-track appointments.
What qualifications does Florida State University expect for Teaching positions?
Requirements vary by department and course level. Most Teaching roles require at minimum a master's degree in the relevant field, while tenure-track and upper-division instructional positions typically require a completed PhD. Prior teaching experience, a strong publication record for research-integrated roles, and demonstrated expertise in the specific subject area are expected. For H-1B eligibility, your degree must align closely with the subject matter you'll be teaching.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Teaching role at FSU?
For H-1B sponsorship, FSU must first obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, which typically takes one to two weeks, before filing the I-129 petition with USCIS. Standard USCIS processing runs three to six months. H-1B petitions tied to the annual cap must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start date. J-1 sponsorship through DS-2019 issuance generally takes eight to ten weeks from departmental approval.
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