Lecturer: Management and Hospitality Operations in Tourism

The University of Aruba is a young, dynamic, and growing university that was founded in 1988 and now consists of four faculties, namely the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Accounting, Finance & Marketing, the Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management Studies, and the Faculty of Arts and Science. Our primary activity is to provide high-quality education.

For our Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management Studies we are looking for a highly motivated:

Lecturer Management and Hospitality Operations in Tourism (1.0 fte)

Your key responsibilities are:

• Deliver engaging and high-quality lectures, workshops, and practical management and hospitality operations sessions.
• Develop and update course materials to align with current industry trends, island needs, and academic best practices.
• Supervise and mentor students in their academic and professional development.
• Able to conduct research or industry-related hospitality, tourism, and management projects.
• Collaborate with faculty members and industry partners to enhance the learning experience.
• Participate in curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Engage in academic advising and contribute to student success initiatives.
• Actively contribute to the faculty’s mission to bridge the gap between academia and the hospitality and tourism industry for small islands highly dependent on tourism.
• Foster community engagement through partnerships, service-learning projects, and industry collaborations.

The ideal candidate has:

• A master’s degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A strong background in the hospitality and tourism industry and a passion for education.
• The lecturer will play a vital role in preparing students for careers in the dynamic field of international tourism and hospitality by delivering high-quality teaching and fostering industry connections.
• Industry experience in hospitality, tourism management, or a related sector is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience is a plus, preferably in higher education.
• Strong affinity with education and student-centered learning.
• Research experience or willingness to engage in academic research is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in an international and diverse academic environment.
• Fluent in English (knowledge of Papiamento and/or Dutch is an advantage).

Competencies and Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to a multicultural learning environment.
• Innovative teaching methods and student engagement strategies.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Professionalism and ability to inspire students through real-world examples.
• Flexibility, resilience, and willingness to embrace new challenges in higher education.

We offer a pleasant working environment within a small university with around 800 students that is in full development. The small scale of our organization means that we offer a diversity of work and roles, from providing teaching and conducting research to holding administrative positions.

This position involves a 40-hour work week and a salary in accordance with the remuneration scheme of the University of Aruba. The appointment is for a contract period of one (1) to three (3) years with the possibility of a contract extension based on a good performance evaluation and unchanged organization conditions. Part of our secondary employment conditions includes 30 vacation days, 13 ATV days, a vacation allowance, a pension plan, additional health insurance, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Interested? Submit your application through the apply button before May 20, 2025. If you need further information regarding the position, please contact the Dean at sue-ann.lee@ua.aw or hrm@ua.aw.

One (or more) job interviews, a medical exam, an assessment test, and a certificate of good conduct are in accordance with our rules of application and a standard part of our recruitment and selection procedure.