Reader in Hospitality (076218)

The University of Surrey is an international university with a world-class research profile and an enterprising spirit. It is inventive, forward-thinking and on the doorstep of London.

The School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University has a world-wide reputation for excellence in teaching and research, set within a collegial and nurturing environment that is supportive of flexible working. The School is currently ranked in the top 5 in the world with 5 stars for excellence by the recent QS university rankings. Our academic team has an international reputation, strong engagement with industry and a highly productive research-culture.

The School is seeking to expand further as part of the development of its Department of Hospitality and we are now seeking to make a new appointment to join our vibrant and highly successful School. We are pleased to receive applications from strong candidates in Hospitality, and are particularly keen to receive applications from individuals whose hospitality expertise relates to operations, finance, strategy or marketing.

Candidates should also have a research agenda that connects through a hospitality focus to one or more of the School’s three research groups, which concentrate on competitiveness, sustainability & wellbeing and digital innovation.

Details of our activities, our specialisms and our successes can be found on our website: www.surrey.ac.uk/shtm

In return we can offer a generous remuneration package, which includes relocation assistance where appropriate, the latest teaching facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities. Please look at our website (www.surrey.ac.uk/shtm) to see the profiles of the staff who work in our school, and the kinds of activities they undertake.

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact the Head of School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Prof Caroline Scarles at c.scarles@surrey.ac.uk. Or Head of the Department of Hospitality, Prof Leo Jago at leo.jago@surrey.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is the 2nd November 2018. Interview dates to be confirmed.

Closing Date: 02 Nov 2018
Category: Research & Teaching