Assistant Professor, Entertainment and Hospitality Management

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Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

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Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the university’s mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community. CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.

Position CSUF faculty are teacher-scholars who bring research and creative discovery into the classroom and into individually mentored student experiences. They teach broadly in their programs, advise and mentor students, and contribute through service to the department, college, university, profession, and community. The successful candidate will teach introductory and advanced courses in Entertainment and Hospitality Management and may contribute to other Management courses as assigned. Courses may include Entertainment Business, Entertainment Money Management, Entertainment Operations, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Music Business, Sport Management, and related subjects.

The search is broad. Candidates whose teaching, research, or professional experience relates to entertainment, hospitality, tourism, services, sport, media, music, events, or related management settings may be considered. The successful candidate will maintain an active program of peer-reviewed scholarship appropriate for tenure; advise and mentor students; and participate in department, college, university, and professional service. The candidate may also contribute to the Center for Entertainment and Hospitality Management and to industry, alumni, or community engagement.

Required Qualifications

A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal doctorate in management, hospitality or tourism management, service management, sport management, entertainment, media or music business, or another closely related field from an accredited institution by the time of appointment. ABD applicants may apply if all degree requirements will be completed before the appointment begins. Academic, research, teaching, and/or professional preparation relevant to Entertainment and Hospitality Management. Demonstrated commitment to and potential for excellence in university teaching.

A record of, or clear potential for, peer-reviewed scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the rank of Assistant Professor. Ability to balance responsibilities in teaching, scholarship, and service. Potential to use technology and evidence-based teaching practices effectively. Ability and commitment to communicate and work effectively with students, staff, faculty, and external partners in a culturally and professionally varied environment.

Demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusive excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional or industry experience in entertainment, hospitality, tourism, sport, media, music, events, services, or a related sector. Experience developing productive relationships with industry, professional associations, alumni, or community organizations. Ability to contribute across more than one area of the Entertainment and Hospitality Management curriculum. Application A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered.

To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html , choose full-time faculty, search for the position 561480 , and provide the following required materials: Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications. Curriculum vitae. Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review). Research statement describing current work, methodological preparation, and the future scholarly agenda.

Teaching statement describing teaching preparation, learning-centered practices, and approaches to supporting student success. Up to two representative scholarly publications, manuscripts, or working papers combined into one PDF. Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words): Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. It's a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution, from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring.

Essentially, it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards, but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al., 2005). With the Inclusive Excellence Statement, we aim to learn about the applicant’s perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students, including but not limited to those of diverse ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, languages, religions, and sexual orientations. Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California.

Please provide concrete examples of how you, as a faculty member, will support our students in one or more of the following areas, which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding, experience and commitment, and future plans. Your contributions (past, present, or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship. Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population. Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.

Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities. A list of three professional references, including name, title, email address, telephone number, and the candidate's professional relationship to each reference: Finalists must submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application.

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