Tenure Track, Assistant Professor in Hospitality Analytics

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Tenure Track, Assistant Professor in Hospitality Analytics

About the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management

The Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at FIU is consistently ranked among the top programs globally. In the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject for Hospitality & Leisure Management , the School ranked #4 among U.S. public universities and #31 globally , placing it within the top 1% of hospitality and tourism programs worldwide .

Located in Miami—one of the world’s most vibrant hospitality hubs—the Chaplin School serves a global student body and maintains strong partnerships with leading international brands. The School is dedicated to shaping the future of hospitality and tourism through innovative education, applied research, and meaningful industry collaboration.

Position Summary

The Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Hospitality Analytics , beginning in Fall 2026.

The successful candidate will join a globally recognized hospitality school and contribute to the Chaplin School’s mission of integrating analytics, innovation, and industry collaboration into hospitality education and research. They will play a key role in ensuring our students are prepared for the modern industry by focusing on hospitality analytics , a specialized field that includes market studies, event impact assessments, economic analyses, and feasibility studies. Unlike general data analysis, which typically focuses on optimization and forecasting, hospitality analytics requires a nuanced understanding of the hospitality and tourism industry and the ability to translate complex datasets into actionable insights for real-world decision-making. The individual will be expected to conduct high-impact, industry-relevant research; partner with hospitality and tourism organizations to address pressing challenges; publish in peer-reviewed journals; teach engaging and meaningful courses; and provide service to the School, the University, and the broader academic community.

Responsibilities

Research & Scholarship :

• Conduct and publish high-quality, industry-relevant research in hospitality analytics and related fields such as revenue management, consumer behavior, operations, marketing analytics, or service innovation.
• Pursue external research funding and contribute to interdisciplinary projects across FIU and with global industry partners.
• Collaborate with hospitality and tourism organizations to analyze real-world data, generate actionable insights, and translate research into industry impact.
• Present research at leading academic and professional conferences.

Teaching :

Service :

Minimum Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 536404 at careers.fiu.edu and attach cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research philosophy. Candidates will be requested to provide names and contact information for at least minimum 3 references who will be contacted as determined by the search committee. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.  For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu .