Faculty Position in Tourism Studies
Join Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University as a faculty member in tourism studies with a focus on sustainability and Asia-Pacific regional expertise.
Best for:Best for experienced academics with a PhD in tourism studies, regional expertise in Asia-Pacific, and a proven track record in teaching and university administration.
Overview
Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) is seeking faculty members in the field of tourism studies to join the Sustainability Tourism Department. This position involves teaching a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate courses in English, including introductory tourism courses, tourism sociology, cultural studies, tourism operations, destination development, service experience, and specialized workshops. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in tourism, deep regional expertise in Asia-Pacific, and a commitment to interdisciplinary education and research. The university emphasizes teaching excellence, administrative capability, and a passion for fostering regional collaboration and sustainability in tourism.
What you'll do
- Teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in English, including 'Introduction to Tourism', 'Tourism Sociology', 'Tourism Culture', 'Tourism Operations', 'Destination Development', 'Service Experience', and specialized workshops.
- Developing and delivering curriculum aligned with the university’s focus on sustainability and regional expertise in the Asia-Pacific.
- Conducting research in tourism studies, with a particular emphasis on sustainable practices and regional development in Asia-Pacific.
- Engaging in university administration, including participation in academic committees and contributing to institutional policy-making.
- Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, fostering academic growth and research collaboration.
- Collaborating with regional stakeholders to enhance tourism education and research initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: Doctoral degree in Tourism Studies or a related field, or equivalent professional experience and achievements.
Language: English proficiency at a level suitable for teaching and research in an English-medium university environment.
Instruction: English
Publications: Publication record in reputable academic journals or books related to tourism studies.
- Proven expertise in tourism studies, with a focus on sustainability and regional development.
- Strong teaching experience in higher education, particularly in English-medium instruction.
- Deep knowledge and regional expertise in Asia-Pacific tourism, including cultural, social, and economic aspects.
- Experience in curriculum development and academic administration.
- Ability to conduct interdisciplinary research and publish in reputable academic journals.
- Commitment to fostering regional collaboration and sustainability in tourism.
- Must hold a doctoral degree in Tourism Studies or a related field, or have equivalent professional achievements.
- Must have expertise in Asia-Pacific regional tourism, including relevant education and research experience.
- Must be available to start employment on October 1, 2027.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-26T23:59:00+09:00 (Asia/Tokyo)
Applicants must submit a set of required documents via the JREC-IN Portal. The documents include a personal curriculum vitae, a statement of motivation, up to three major publications or books, a copy of the final degree certificate, a basic data confirmation form, and a list of courses that can be taught. All documents must be submitted in a single zipped folder with the applicant's name in Roman letters. The application process involves an initial written review followed by an interview with a presentation and mock lecture in English.
- Personal CV (in English or bilingual)
- Statement of motivation (in Japanese or English)
- Up to three major publications or books (PDF)
- Copy of final degree certificate (PDF)
- Basic data confirmation form (Microsoft Forms)
- List of courses that can be taught (Excel format)
Contact
Academic Office· Faculty Recruitment
+81-977-78-1122
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