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Working TitleAssistant Professor, Hospitality Management

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Posting Number202500278F

Proposed Annual Salary Range$75,000 - $80,000

Employee Benefits

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Position TypeFaculty

Work Hours/Week40

Description of Work Unit

Faculty in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition conduct innovative research instate of the art facilities (https://www.research.colostate.edu/cores/) , with an emphasis on basic, translational, and clinical applications in the area of chronic and age-related diseases. We are committed to our goal of producing nationally and internationally recognized research programs and graduates that are focused on helping people protect and improve their health and quality of life throughout the lifespan. The Department has ~500 undergraduate and ~50 graduate students. We are in a growth stage and have hired five tenure track professors in the last five years. Research activities within the department are supported by the NIH , the American Heart Association, the USDA , and other federal, state, and industry sponsors. Faculty and graduate student offices are housed on the main CSU campus within the Gifford Building, which also contains over 2,000 sq. ft. of basic research laboratories and over 1,200 sq. ft. of clinical research space in the Food and Nutrition Clinical Research Facility. Department faculty have strong affiliations and collaborations with several schools and departments on campus and across the state, including the Colorado School of Public Health, the Prevention Research Center, Occupational Therapy, Biomedical Sciences, and Health and Exercise Science. Faculty regularly collaborate with the University of Colorado Health-North and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, and the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute.Department (http://www.fshn.chhs.colostate.edu/) information available.

Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes

% Research40

% Teaching50

% Service5

% Administration5

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/20/2025

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date08/16/2026

Position End Date

Position Summary

The Department of Hospitality and Event Management at Colorado State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Hospitality Innovation & Digital Transformation. We are seeking a scholar whose research explores how data, technology, and digital practices are shaping the future of the hospitality and tourism industries.

Areas of interest may include (but are not limited to):

+ Hospitality Analytics, Business Intelligence, & Revenue and Financial Performance – forecasting, pricing, and decision-support systems.

+ Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Robotics – adoption and impacts on service delivery.

+ Digital Marketing/Transformation & Consumer Engagement – online reputation, social media, influencer marketing, and online consumer behavior.

+ Guest Experiences Design through Technology – personalization, virtual/augmented reality, metaverse applications in hospitality operations and service excellence.

+ E-Commerce & Distribution – platforms, global distribution systems, and digital transactions.

+ Smart Hospitality & Sustainability Technologies – IoT, green technologies, energy management, and digital tools for sustainable operations.

+ Virtual & Immersive Experiences – VR, AR, metaverse applications, and digital guest engagement.

+ Ethics & Responsible Technology – data privacy, AI governance, and human-technology interaction.

The successful candidate will:

+ Develop and sustain a strong program of scholarly research leading to high-impact publications.

+ Pursue external funding and engage in applied research with industry partners.

+ Teach undergraduate courses in areas such as hospitality analytics, revenue management, hospitality innovation, digital marketing strategies, e-commerce systems, and technology-driven service.

+ Contribute to curriculum innovation and integrate digital transformation themes into teaching and student learning experiences.

+ Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with related programs across campus.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

+ Ph.D. in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Marketing, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Digital Media, Data Science, or a related field ( ABD considered if completed by start date).

+ Evidence of a strong scholarly research program in areas related to hospitality innovation, technology adoption, analytics, or digital transformation.

+ Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in analytics, marketing, revenue management, digital strategy, or hospitality technology.

Preferred Job Qualifications

+ Experience with business intelligence or marketing analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, STR data, Google Analytics).

+ Professional or consulting experience in hospitality technology, digital marketing, e-commerce, or revenue strategy.

+ Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships with hospitality organizations and engage in applied, interdisciplinary research.

+ Evidence of integrating technology and innovation into curriculum and scholarship.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications, and the names and contact information for three (3) references directly to this posting. Emailed applications will not be accepted. Please note that references will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University 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, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Search ContactSoo Kang, [email protected]

Essential Duties

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Cover Letter

+ Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents