Academic Position in Tourism & Hospitality Management (Gweru Campus)

About the role

Midlands State University is seeking a qualified academic to join the Department of Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Sciences at its Gweru Campus. The position is open to candidates at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor or Professor level, focusing on Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and tutorials in line with departmental and faculty standards.
• Participate in university service, community engagement, and departmental meetings.
• Conduct and publish research in tourism and hospitality fields.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Assess student work‑related learning and contribute to curriculum development.
• Lead innovation and potential commercialisation of research outcomes.

Required profile

• First degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management (minimum 2.1 class).
• Master’s degree in the same field (minimum Merit).
• PhD in Tourism and Hospitality Management is an advantage.
• Teaching experience at a tertiary institution is desirable.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time academic appointment at a public university.
• Opportunities for research, innovation and community involvement.
• Equal opportunity employment with encouragement for female applicants.