The University of Florida is recruiting a Lecturer in Event Management for its Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management in Gainesville. The full-time, non-tenure-track position is a nine-month appointment, renewable annually, beginning on 1 January 2027.

Applications close on 29 October 2026 at 11:55 p.m. Eastern Time. Application review will begin on 30 October 2026.

Teaching responsibilities cover event and entertainment management, industry leadership, hospitality human resources, and food and beverage management. The successful candidate will contribute to campus-based and online teaching, develop courses, mentor students and strengthen industry partnerships.

Applicants must hold a PhD or Juris Doctor in a relevant field. Substantial professional experience in events, resort operations or corporate settings will receive strong consideration. Experience developing and delivering online courses is preferred.

Applications must include a covering letter, CV and contact details for at least three referees, quoting job reference 541178. Salary will reflect qualifications and experience.

Enquiries may be directed to search committee chair Dr Svetlana Stepchenkova at svetlana.step@ufl.edu.

Full details and application access are available on the university’s recruitment page.