Associate Professor/Full Professor

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Associate Professor / Full Professor

Hospitality and Tourism Management

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) within the Spears School of Business (SSB) at Oklahoma State University (OSU) invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month, faculty position at the rank of Associate / Full Professor.

The primary responsibilities for this position include research, teaching, and engaging in service activities for the academic discipline, HTM and SSB.

This position is located on the Stillwater campus. The salary is commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience and includes a competitive benefits package, contingent on available funds.

This 9-month position has a preferred start date of Fall 2025.

Required Qualifications :

PhD in hospitality, tourism or a closely related field from a recognized institution.

Established national and / or international reputation based on scholarly activities (e.g., prestigious publications, editorships) with evidence of sustained scholarly contributions to literature, especially in theory construction / contribution.

Track record of generating extramural funding.

Proven ability to deliver quality teaching & advising at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Significant commitment to service and / or outreach activities.

Experience in mentoring new / younger faculty and graduate students.

Dissemination of scholarship results through engagement with industry, government and professionals via appropriate media including trade publications, newsletters, electronic media, fact sheets and relevant speaking engagements.

Experience in shaping policy through important committee service, engagement with external partners, service to the School, College, and University, and holding leadership roles in national associations or other appropriate significant areas.

Effective collaboration skills with co-workers, administrative personnel, and industry stakeholders.

Academic qualification upon the start date and maintenance of AACSB qualifications. Evidence of employment eligibility in the United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Conducting high-quality research and publishing in top-tier journals.

Securing extramural funding for research projects.

Collaborating HTM and SSB faculty on research initiatives.

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.

Advising and mentoring students in their academic and research pursuits. Coordinating relationships with key industry stakeholders and serving on industry organizations.

Leading the School’s effort in advancing scholarship through research, peer-reviewed publications, grantsmanship, outreach, and other scholarly activities.

Engaging with student organizations, serving on committees, participating in faculty and curriculum development, and assuming other responsibilities typically associated with a tenured / tenure-track faculty position at a land-grant university.

ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT :

Founded in 1937, the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) within the Spears School of Business is one of the oldest and most prestigious hospitality and tourism educational programs in the nation.

It has evolved into a business-focused, high-caliber academic program, consistently ranked among the top 15 HTM programs in the United States and within the top 25 worldwide based on research productivity.

The School offers a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in Hospitality and Tourism Management, along with master's and PhD programs.

HTM is renowned for its commitment to superior learning, research, service, and outreach in a professional and caring environment.

This mission is achieved through excellence in the delivery of theoretical constructs supported by practical experiences in state-of-the-art teaching laboratories.

The curriculum emphasizes quality, innovation, and industry-based applications at all educational levels, working closely with hospitality industry professionals to integrate current events and future trends.

The School also hosts numerous signature events that attract individuals and alumni from across the country to campus, providing students with valuable networking opportunities.

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management is one of eight departments in the Spears School of Business. Spears is AACSB accredited and one of the largest and most successful units at OSU, offering a full range of academic programs at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels.

The Spears School of Business actively supports students and faculty with a variety of resources, including the Eastin Center for Career Readiness, the CAGLE Center for Study Abroad, the Center for the Future of Work, and significant resources dedicated to the development and delivery of online curricula.

OSU is a modern land-grant system of interdisciplinary programs that prepares students for success. Through leadership and service, OSU is preparing students for a bright future and building a brighter world for all.

As Oklahoma's only university with a statewide presence, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation, and the world through integrated, high-quality teaching, research, and outreach.

OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus system. The campus is located in Stillwater, a city of about 50,000 residents situated approximately 65 miles from both Oklahoma City and Tulsa, and approximately 250 miles from Dallas and Kansas City.

OSU Stillwater has more than 24,500 students on its campus, representing all 50 states and more than 100 countries.

Stillwater is a diverse and welcoming academic and cultural community. Students and staff of OSU comprise about half of the city's population of around 50,000.

Stillwater has been described as America’s Friendliest College Town, and has been listed as one of Money Magazine’s Best Places to Live.

Stillwater has a historic downtown, a superb campus, highly rated public schools, and a regional airport with direct flights to / from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW).

The city offers a variety of activities on campus and in the community including music, drama, art, speakers, recreation, and sporting events.

Examples include the McKnight Center for performing arts, the Colvin Center and the Seretean Wellness Center for physical education and recreation, and the Town and Gown Community Theatre for theoretical experience.

Nearby lakes, walking / biking trails, and local / state parks are popular with students and faculty.

Additional Resources

• The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management - https : / / go.okstate.edu / undergraduate-academics / majors / hospitality-and-tourism-management.html
• Spears School of Business - https : / / business.okstate.edu /
• Oklahoma State University - https : / / go.okstate.edu /

OSU interactions with the Stillwater area - https : / / go.okstate.edu / about-osu / visit-stillwater.html

Information about the Stillwater area - www.visitstillwater.org

APPLICATIONS and NOMINATIONS :

Applications received by October 1, 2024, will receive priority consideration; however, application review will continue until the position is filled.

Applications will be accepted online at jobs.okstate.edu . Please upload your letter of interest; statement of professional goals, areas of interest, scholarly activities in instruction, research, and outreach;

Vita; and a list of three references.

Questions regarding this position or nominations including the name, address, phone number, and email of the individual you are nominating may be directed to :

Dr. Yeasun Chung

Associate Professor

365 Nancy Randolph Davis,

Oklahoma State University

Stillwater, OK 74078-6299

Phone 405-744-9338

Email : [email protected]

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students.

To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification.

Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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