Human Resources Management - Professor, Lecturer

University Programs and Research Department
Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec (ITHQ)
3535 Saint-Denis Street, Montréal

About ITHQ
For over 50 years, the Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec (ITHQ) has been Canada's benchmark for specialized training in the tourism, hospitality and restaurant services sectors. Meeting the industry’s highest standards, it is the only school in the country to offer programs at all three levels of education (vocational, technical and university). It boasts unique facilities, including a hotel school, two teaching restaurants, a bar and a hospitality consulting centre. In addition to its degree programs, the ITHQ also offers training for professionals, services for businesses and institutions, and workshops for the general public (Ateliers SAQ par ITHQ).

The ITHQ's university academic offerings currently include two bachelor's degree programs, one of which is offered jointly with ESG UQAM, a certificate program, and three short programs. It is home to two research units, GastronomiQc Lab and ExperiSens. Thus, the ITHQ offers a thriving academic environment and opportunities for applied research in the hospitality, tourism, hotel and restaurant services (THR) sectors.

In order to expand its faculty, the ITHQ currently is seeking applications for a full-time teaching position in Human Resources Management.

Are you driven, resourceful, innovative and passionate about or intrigued by the THR and hospitality industry? The ITHQ offers you the perfect opportunity to contribute to the development of university programs, research and outreach.

Your role
The primary mandate of the successful candidate for the position of university professor (lecturer) in Human Resources Management in the hospitality field is to teach at the undergraduate level.

The teaching assignment includes all activities inherent to teaching, in particular:

• Planning and delivering courses, in French and English, as well as practical activities
• Supervision of students
• Participation in training and consultation activities related to teaching, and training evaluation
• Active participation in university, ITHQ and industry life

The successful candidate may also be called upon to carry out external community service or research and creation mandates.

The research task is optional and will be part of projects attached to one of the two research units, the GastronomiQc Lab and ExperiSens.

You have

• A graduate degree in Human Resource Management in the hospitality field or a related discipline
• Expertise in teaching undergraduate courses in Human Resources Management related to the hospitality industry
• Knowledge of issues related to human resources management in the current context of the hospitality sector, such as staffing, training and skills management, remuneration and performance management, socio-professional relations management, labour relations approaches (including in a unionized context), employee motivation and engagement, and factors influencing organizational dynamics
• Good knowledge of French and English, spoken and written
• Good knowledge of technological and collaborative environments, and of commonly used software

Assets

• A bachelor's or master's degree in a field related to the hospitality, hotel or restaurant services industry
• Work experience in the hotel industry or any other discipline in the hospitality industry
• Specific knowledge related to employee experience
• University teaching experience
• Interest in taking on administrative tasks within the department
• Experience in distance education
• Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or valid work permit

Your strengths

• Demonstrate ability and interest in working in an evolving environment, within multidisciplinary teams and with industry partners, with an open and complementary mindset
• Demonstrate leadership qualities, initiative and outstanding communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to interact effectively and harmoniously with a range of internal and external partners
• Have a keen interest and aptitude for teaching small and large groups, and for applied university pedagogy
• Be able to teach in French and English, or acquire this ability quickly
• Demonstrate ethical behaviour towards people, property and the ITHQ
• Demonstrate autonomy, flexibility and adaptability
• Demonstrate creativity in your work and a desire to develop and innovate

We offer

• A regular, full-time, unionized position as university professor (lecturer) (Category I); this position is not currently eligible for professorial promotion
• A salary based on education and experience, ranging from $68,742 to $110,494 (Category I) as of April 1, 2024
• A workplace easily accessible by public transit (Sherbrooke metro station)

Benefits:

• 30 vacation days after one year of teaching
• 13 paid public holidays
• Up to 10 days of sick leave
• Group insurance program and pension plan with the contribution of the employer
• Education support program
• Employee and family assistance program
• Free cultural and wellness activities (book club, yoga, weight room, etc.)
• Parking available for cars ($) and bicycles
• Cafeteria service, student café
• Discounts at our restaurants and partners

Information

https://www.ithq.qc.ca/a-propos-de-lithq/carrieres/offres-demploi/
Hélène Poissant, Staffing Technician: [email protected] 

Join our team
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application to [email protected] no later than July 2^nd, 2025.

This file must include:

• A document outlining your motivations and your vision of teaching (max. 2 pages)
• 2 course evaluations (if applicable)
• Your curriculum vitae

The ITHQ adheres to equal opportunity and employment equity programs. The ITHQ is an accessible facility for people with reduced mobility. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position. Only those selected will be contacted.