Assistant Professor in Hospitality Management

Montana State University - Bozeman, MT

Full-time - Entry Level

Bozeman, MT

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Professor in Hospitality Management at Montana State University is a tenure-track faculty position aimed at enhancing the educational experience in hospitality management. The role focuses on innovative teaching, research, and collaboration with industry stakeholders to prepare students for successful careers in the hospitality sector. The successful candidate will contribute to a program that emphasizes sustainability, quality customer service, and experiential learning, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes in the Hospitality Management program as required.
• Recruit, coach, and mentor students for the Hospitality Management degree program.
• Establish a focused program of research and successfully seek extramural funding.
• Collaborate closely with the FSNK Hospitality Program director.
• Coordinate with leadership within the FSNK Department, The Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship, and The Gallatin College to pursue strategic objectives for the program.
• Engage with complementary centers/programs across the university and beyond.
• Participate in professional/college/university service and provide leadership in Montana and beyond.

Requirements

• A doctorate (Ph.D.) in Hospitality Management, Business Management, or a related field. ABD candidates will be considered if they complete their dissertation by August 14, 2025.
• Evidence of effective teaching or demonstrable potential for excellence in teaching.
• Published scholarly articles relevant to an area of specialty or demonstrable potential for excellence in research/scholarship.
• Ability to contribute to the college's commitment to inclusion, pluralism, and individual differences.
• Evidence of strong written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Demonstrated potential or ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Evidence of service to the hospitality profession.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
• Eligible for benefits as a faculty member.