Iowa State University

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Practice 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 Health and Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for one or more term faculty positions (non-tenure track) at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice, to teach one to four courses per semester in Beverage Management. Initial appointment length is one semester to one year, depending on staffing needs.

The ideal candidate will teach the beverage management course offerings and serve as an expert in the following areas: wine, spirits, beer, and/or mixology. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach highly experiential and large undergraduate courses in wine, beer, spirits, mixology, beverage management, and/or other related areas as needed in a lecture/lab with a beverage-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 the industry and the demand of students
• Be involved with curriculum and assume other responsibilities normally associated with either an assistant professor of practice or an assistant teaching professor

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• At least one degree in Hospitality Management or related field
• Experience in the beverage management industry
• Certifications relevant to the beverage industry
• Prior teaching experience at the university/college level

Department/Program & College Description:

The Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management is one of five academic units in the College of Health and 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.

Department Unit/Website: https://aeshm.hs.iastate.edu/find-your-major/hospitality-management/

Proposed Start Date:

August 15, 2025

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

May 15, 2026

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 Vitae

2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three References

4) Teaching Philosophy Statement

For guaranteed consideration, please apply before April 14, 2025. The position is open until filled.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

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:

March 19, 2025

Posting Close Date:

March 18, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R16651

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