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Job Title: Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management
Requisition Number: FE05007
Department Name: 81700: Retailing & Tourism Management
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Masters’ degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience or Ph.D in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Retailing Management or related field.
Required Related Experience
Applicants must possess an earned master’s degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience in the event industry or Ph.D (preferred) in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Tourism, or related field by the date of appointment in order to be credentialed by our university’s accrediting body.
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Job Summary
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs, and contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities. The department is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in event management and related fields, who can contribute to the continued expansion of event-related courses, experiential learning opportunities, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
The successful candidate will also be expected to cultivate and strengthen relationships with industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement, internships, applied learning and collaborative projects.
In addition to supporting the department’s growing emphasis on event management, the successful candidate will contribute to student learning across a broad range of subject areas, including customer service, emerging technologies, and professional development. The candidate must demonstrate excellence in oral and written communication and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.
The position includes teaching twelve credit hours (four courses) during one academic semester and nine credit hours (three courses) during the other semester and may also include summer teaching assignments.
Applicants must submit a letter of application (cover letter), curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, contact information for three professional references (including telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and email addresses), a teaching portfolio, project/work samples, and a statement of career goals.
Please upload the following documents in the Specific Request Documents section:
Specific Request 1: Teaching Portfolio
Specific Request 2: Project/Work Samples
Specific Request 3:* Statement of Career Goals (maximum 3 pages)
Letters of recommendation are not required as part of the initial application. The search committee may request letters of recommendation from selected candidates, which will be solicited electronically through the system.
This position will remain open until filled. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The successful candidate will be expected to cultivate and strengthen relationships with industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement, internships, applied learning, and collaborative projects.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Applicants must possess an earned master’s degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience in the event industry or PhD (preferred) in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Retailing Management or related field, by the date of appointment in order to be credentialed by our university’s accrediting body.
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Lecturer in Retailing and Tourism Management
Requisition Number: FE05007
Department Name: 81700: Retailing & Tourism Management
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Type of Position: Faculty
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Tenure Track Status: Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Masters’ degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience or Ph.D in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Retailing Management or related field.
Required Related Experience
Applicants must possess an earned master’s degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience in the event industry or Ph.D (preferred) in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Tourism, or related field by the date of appointment in order to be credentialed by our university’s accrediting body.
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Job Summary
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the HMT and MAT programs, and contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities. The department is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in event management and related fields, who can contribute to the continued expansion of event-related courses, experiential learning opportunities, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
The successful candidate will also be expected to cultivate and strengthen relationships with industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement, internships, applied learning and collaborative projects.
In addition to supporting the department’s growing emphasis on event management, the successful candidate will contribute to student learning across a broad range of subject areas, including customer service, emerging technologies, and professional development. The candidate must demonstrate excellence in oral and written communication and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.
The position includes teaching twelve credit hours (four courses) during one academic semester and nine credit hours (three courses) during the other semester and may also include summer teaching assignments.
Applicants must submit a letter of application (cover letter), curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, contact information for three professional references (including telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and email addresses), a teaching portfolio, project/work samples, and a statement of career goals.
Please upload the following documents in the Specific Request Documents section:
Specific Request 1: Teaching Portfolio
Specific Request 2: Project/Work Samples
Specific Request 3:* Statement of Career Goals (maximum 3 pages)
Letters of recommendation are not required as part of the initial application. The search committee may request letters of recommendation from selected candidates, which will be solicited electronically through the system.
This position will remain open until filled. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The successful candidate will be expected to cultivate and strengthen relationships with industry partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement, internships, applied learning, and collaborative projects.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Applicants must possess an earned master’s degree with a min. of 3-5 years extensive professional experience in the event industry or PhD (preferred) in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Retailing Management or related field, by the date of appointment in order to be credentialed by our university’s accrediting body.
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled: Yes
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in professor jobs.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant field
- Peer-reviewed publications or demonstrated research record
- Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate courses
- Evidence of securing or applying for external research grants
- Ability to develop and teach new courses in the department
- Commitment to mentoring graduate or undergraduate students
Tips for Your Professor Job Search
Tailor your CV to each institution
A research-intensive university wants to see grant history and publication output front and center. A teaching-focused college prioritizes course load and pedagogy. Reorganize your CV sections to match what each institution signals in its job ad.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists professor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target your job letter to the department
Read recent faculty publications and the department's strategic plan before writing your cover letter. Naming one or two specific colleagues whose work complements your research agenda shows genuine fit and separates your application from generic submissions.
Prepare a teaching portfolio with evidence
Student evaluations alone rarely impress search committees. Include a teaching philosophy statement, sample syllabi, and one or two examples of curriculum you designed. Concrete artifacts demonstrate how you actually run a classroom, not just how you think about it.
Practice your job talk with outside audiences
Your job talk needs to land with faculty from adjacent fields, not just specialists. Rehearse with colleagues outside your subfield and ask them where you lost them. Clarity for a general academic audience is what search committees evaluate, not depth alone.
Negotiate startup funds before you accept
Salary is often more constrained by band than your offer letter suggests, but lab startup funds, course release in year one, and conference travel budgets are frequently negotiable. Ask about each explicitly during the offer call before signing anything.
Professor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most professors?
The companies hiring the most professors right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, University of Florida, and University of Tampa, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Openings are distributed across research universities, liberal arts colleges, and community college systems.
How many professor jobs are remote?
About 27% of professor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote availability concentrated in online program faculty roles and continuing education positions rather than tenure-track appointments. Most traditional tenure-track and visiting faculty roles still require on-campus presence for teaching, advising, and departmental service.
How do you become a professor?
Becoming a professor typically requires completing a doctoral degree in your field, publishing research, and gaining teaching experience through graduate assistantships or adjunct positions. After graduating, candidates apply for postdoctoral fellowships or visiting roles to build their record before competing for tenure-track openings. Strong letters of recommendation from established scholars are essential throughout the process.
Can you get a professor job with little experience?
Visiting assistant professor and lecturer positions are the most accessible entry points for candidates with a completed doctorate but a limited independent publication record. Adjuncting in your specialty area builds a teaching portfolio, while conference presentations and co-authored work demonstrate scholarly activity. Community colleges often weigh teaching skill and subject expertise more heavily than research output, making them a practical starting point.
What does the professor interview process look like?
Most searches begin with a short screening call or video interview conducted by a subcommittee. Finalists are invited for a campus visit that typically includes a public job talk, a teaching demonstration, and separate meetings with the dean, department chair, graduate students, and faculty. The process from application deadline to offer can take several months, and departments often interview multiple finalists before making a decision.
Where can I find and apply to professor jobs?
You can find and apply to professor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from universities and colleges across the United States. Search roles by field, institution type, or location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and career goals.
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