Asst / Assoc Professor of Practice - 9 Month - Hospitality & Retail Mgmt

Position Title

Asst / Assoc Professor of Practice - 9 Month - Hospitality & Retail Mgmt

Position Description

42201BR

Hospitality and Retail Mgmt

About the University

Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral / Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. It is the flagship of the Texas Tech University System and is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock : Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock offers a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. Lubbock has a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living. It hosts a celebrated music scene and vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities.

About the College

The College of Health & Human Sciences (CHHS) is one of the four original colleges at Texas Tech University. CHHS provides multidisciplinary education, research, and service focusing on individuals, families, and their environments to improve the human condition. The college offers undergraduate and graduate programs and encompasses seven academic departments, six centers, and five institutes. More information : https : / / www.depts.ttu.edu / hs / .

About the Department / School / Area

Hospitality & Retail Management is one of eight departments in CHHS. Over 400 students study in the Restaurant, Hotel, & Institutional Management and Retail Management programs.

Major / Essential Functions

The Professor of Practice title at TTU is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally include teaching in an area of expertise, mentoring students in professional and career preparation, and liaising with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program. In line with TTU's strategic priorities, applicants should have experience working with a breadth of student populations at the undergraduate and / or graduate levels across teaching, research / creative activity, and service.

Organization

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications

As a faculty member in the Department of Hospitality and Retail Management, you will be expected to :

• Candidates must hold a Master's Degree (MS) in merchandising and retail or closely related degree.
• We invite applicants with teaching interests in fashion merchandising, retail, CPG, apparel, and / or textiles. Candidates should have a demonstrated record or a record indicative of teaching in an academic environment, preferably at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply :

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include the following documents in your application : 1) Curriculum Vitae 2) Cover Letter 3) Teaching Statement 4) Research Statement (optional) 5) List of references

The application deadline is October 15, 2025.

Questions about this position should be directed to Prof. Catherine Jai, Search Committee Chair at catherine.jai@ttu.edu.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan : www.depts.ttu.edu / hr / payplan.

Travel Required

None

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

NonTenure track

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade

800

Applications must be received by

10 / 15 / 2025

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