Job Information
Iowa State University Assistant Teaching Professor in Beverage Management in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Assistant Teaching Professor in Beverage Management
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management (AESHM) in the College of Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for a 9-month term faculty position (non-tenure track) at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor to oversee, teach, and direct the beverage management course offerings and serve as an expert in many of the following areas: wine, spirits, beer, and mixology. Initial appointment length is one year. Renewal parameters are determined by performance and department need.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Coordinate logistics related to offering beverage management courses (i.e. purchasing, receiving, and coordinating undergraduate teaching assistants)
Teach highly experiential and large undergraduate courses in wine, beer, spirits, mixology, beverage management, and other related areas as needed in a lecture/lab with a tasting format
Ensure alignment between products being purchased and tasted with teaching objectives
Support faculty and students in beverage management-related issues
Work collaboratively with the hospitality management program to grow and adjust beverage management course offerings to ensure alignment with the needs of industry and student demand.
Serve as liaison between the hospitality management program and the beverage management industry
Be involved with curriculum, serve on committees, and assume other responsibilities normally associated with an assistant teaching professor
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in hospitality management or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
3 years of experience in the beverage management industry. Certifications relevant to the beverage industry can substitute for experience.
Prior teaching experience at the university/college level in Beverage Management.
Department/Program & College Description:
The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management is one of five academic units in the College of Human Sciences and offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. The Iowa State University’s Beverage Management courses are offered by the Hospitality Management program.
Hospitality Management Program: https://aeshm.hs.iastate.edu/find-your-major/hospitality-management/
Department Unit/Website: https://aeshm.hs.iastate.edu/
Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2024
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:May 15, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter3) Contact Information for Three References
4) Teaching Philosophy Statement
For guaranteed consideration, please apply before June 21, 2024. Position is open until filled.If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Linda Niehm at niehmlin@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-1930. Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: May 30, 2024
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R14799
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