Assistant Professor of Hospitality Management — Hotel Operations and Tourism Woosong University |

Department of Hospitality Management Daejeon, South Korea Appointment:

Full-time, Assistant Professor (Non-tenure track)

Number of Positions:

Two Start Date:

March 1, 2027

Annual Salary:

KRW 50,000,000-70,000,000

before tax, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a higher salary.

Application Review:

Rolling review until both positions are filled. The Opportunity Woosong University invites applications for two Assistant Professor positions in Hospitality Management. We welcome applicants who combine academic preparation with industry experience and can connect hospitality management theory with professional practice. Successful candidates will contribute to teaching across hotel operations, tourism, service management, and hospitality business subjects. They will also mentor students preparing for careers in the international hospitality industry. Applicants may qualify through either a doctoral degree with at least three years of relevant industry experience or a master's degree with at least ten years of relevant industry experience. About the Department Woosong University's hospitality program prepares students for careers across the hotel and tourism industries and related sectors, including aviation, food and beverage, retail, and service management. The curriculum connects management theory with practical learning and digital technologies, helping students develop the knowledge and operational skills needed in a changing hospitality industry. Interaction with faculty and students from different national backgrounds supports intercultural communication and an international perspective. These appointments offer an opportunity to bring industry experience into teaching and help students connect their academic learning with the demands of hospitality operations and management.

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Department Overview — Korean Department Website — Korean Woosong University — English Responsibilities Successful candidates will: Teach 15 credit hours per semester. Develop and update course materials to maintain academic rigor and relevance to industry practice. Provide academic advising, career guidance, and mentorship to students. Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation activities. Contribute to departmental and university committees, academic events, and student organizations. Support the department and university through service activities. Perform other duties assigned by the department chair or dean. Required Qualifications Applicants must meet one of the following two qualification pathways : An earned doctoral degree in Hotel Management, or Tourism Management, together with at least three years of relevant industry experience ; or A master's degree in Hotel Management, or Tourism Management, together with at least ten years of relevant industry experience . Applicants must also demonstrate English proficiency sufficient for teaching and academic communication. Preferred Qualifications Practical hotel management experience in a senior role, such as General Manager, Deputy General Manager, or Director. Potential Teaching Areas Teaching assignments may include the following courses, depending on departmental needs: Hotel Operations and Guest Services Managing Front Office Operations Managing Housekeeping Operations Customer Service Management Hospitality Computer Applications Food and Beverage Management Bar Management Food and Beverage Service Food and Beverage Cost Control and Quality Management Hospitality Business and Management Hospitality Human Resource Management Service Marketing Hospitality Financial Management Hospitality Accounting Revenue Management Tourism and Related Sectors Tourism Management MICE Management Spa and Wellness Management Cruise and Airline Services Final course assignments will be determined by departmental needs.

Compensation and Benefits Salary:

KRW 50,000,000-70,000,000

annually before tax, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Exceptional candidates may be considered for a higher salary.

Housing:

Faculty housing may be provided, subject to availability.

Relocation Support:

Round-trip economy-class airfare reimbursement for faculty hired from outside the Republic of Korea.

Settlement Allowance:

KRW 100,000

per day for up to 15 days of early arrival before the appointment start date.

Vacation:

20 paid working days of annual leave per year.

Insurance and Pension:

Enrollment in Korean National Health Insurance and the Private School Teachers' Pension. Publication Incentives Publication-based incentive payments are available in accordance with university policy. The following rates apply to single-author papers: Scopus-indexed journal:

KRW 5,000,000

per paper.

SCI-indexed journal:

KRW 5,000,000

per paper.

KCI-indexed journal:

KRW 3,000,000

for the first paper in a year and

KRW 2,000,000

for each subsequent paper, subject to a total annual cap of

KRW 7,000,000

for KCI publication incentives. For multi-author papers, payments are allocated proportionally in accordance with university policy. How to Apply Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until both positions are filled. Prepare your application documents. Before completing the online application form, prepare all documents listed under Application Documents below in English. Documents should be in PDF format, except for the photograph, which should be in JPG format. Complete the online application form. Use the Apply Now button to access and complete the form. Verify your application. Follow the instructions in the verification email sent by Adobe Acrobat to confirm your application. Submit your application documents. After completing the verification process, email your prepared documents to hr-support@live.wsu.ac.kr . Application Documents Curriculum vitae Cover letter Scanned copy of your passport Degree diplomas or graduation certificates: Copies for all degrees earned, including associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as applicable.

Official academic transcripts:

Transcripts for each degree listed above. Official employment verification letters or career certificates: Documents must be on official letterhead, state employment start and end dates, and bear an authorized signature.

Relevant professional certifications:

Certifications related to your field or specialization. Research publications from the past three years: Submit if applicable. Alien Registration Card (ARC): Submit a scanned copy only if you already hold one.

Passport-style photograph:

A digital file in JPG format. Additional Information Applicants may apply for only one position per recruitment cycle . If multiple applications are submitted, only the first submission will be reviewed. This recruitment is open only to foreign nationals. Korean nationals should refer to Woosong University's official website for domestic faculty recruitment opportunities.

Application Inquiries:

hr-support@live.wsu.ac.kr