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Indiana University

Assistant Professor

Bloomington, IN ยท On-site

This setting provides unparalleled opportunities for industry collaboration, applied research, and experiential learning partnerships across tourism, hospitality, event management, and sport ...

Global Treks and Adventures

$16.25 - $20.50/hr

... tourism impacts and more. Interns will complete pre-trip investigative research, conduct action research for 1 week in Iceland, and spend 2 months wrapping up their research from their home or ...

Global Treks and Adventures

$16.75 - $21/hr

... tourism impacts and more. Interns will complete pre-trip investigative research, conduct action research for 1 week in Iceland, and spend 2 months wrapping up their research from their home or ...

Magnified Vacations LLC

Travel Agent

Brownsburg, IN ยท Remote

Research various destinations and means of travel regarding prices, customs, weather conditions ... Attend conferences to maintain familiarity with tourism trends * Create and update electronic ...

Magnified Vacations LLC

Travel Agent

Brownsburg, IN ยท On-site

Research various destinations and means of travel regarding prices, customs, weather conditions ... Attend conferences to maintain familiarity with tourism trends * Create and update electronic ...

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How much do tourism research jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for tourism research in Indiana is $28.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.13 and $35.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in a tourism research role?

In a Tourism Research position, your daily tasks often include collecting and analyzing data on travel trends, visitor demographics, and tourism impacts. You may conduct surveys, prepare detailed reports, and create presentations to share your findings with industry stakeholders or government agencies. Collaboration with marketing teams, local businesses, and policy planners is common to ensure research aligns with organizational goals. Your work supports strategic decision-making and helps shape tourism development initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a tourism research position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Tourism Research, you need strong analytical skills, a background in tourism, geography, or economics, and experience with research methodologies. Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS, GIS tools, and data visualization platforms is often required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to interpret trends are important soft skills in this field. These skills ensure accurate analysis of tourism data, insightful reporting, and valuable input to guide industry strategies and policies.

What is a tourism research?

A Tourism Research job involves analyzing travel trends, visitor behaviors, and market data to help improve tourism services and policies. Researchers collect and interpret data from surveys, interviews, and industry reports to provide insights for tourism organizations, government agencies, and businesses. Their work helps in destination planning, tourism marketing strategies, and sustainable tourism development.

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Infographic showing various Tourism Research job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,952 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Assistant Professor

Indiana University Academic Positions

Kokomo, IN

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Details
Title Assistant Professor Appointment Status Tenure Track Department IU Indianapolis Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management - School of Health & Human Sciences Location Indianapolis Position Summary
Indiana University Indianapolis invites applications for a 10-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in Tourism, Hospitality, or Event Management to support its expanding programs in tourism, events, hospitality, and sport management. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.
Located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, IU Indianapolis offers a distinctive urban research environment in one of the nation's premier destinations for conventions, mega-events, and sports tourism. Indianapolis is internationally recognized as the "Sports Capital of the World," home to the NCAA headquarters, major professional sports franchises, global sporting events, and a thriving sport-tech ecosystem.
The city also features one of the most highly regarded convention centers in the United States-the Indiana Convention Center-positioning Indianapolis as a leading convention and mega-event destination.
This setting provides unparalleled opportunities for industry collaboration, applied research, and experiential learning partnerships across tourism, hospitality, event management, and sport industries.
Position Overview
The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate instruction in areas such as:
  • Tourism and destination management
  • Convention and event management
  • Hotel operations and revenue management
  • Hospitality leadership and strategy
  • Sport and event tourism
  • Tourism and hospitality analytics
  • Sustainable and resilient destinations
  • Experience design

We welcome applicants committed to addressing complex challenges in tourism systems, destination competitiveness, event strategy, hospitality innovation, sustainability, technology integration, and data-informed decision-making.
Research and Collaboration Opportunities
We seek scholars who create or employ innovative qualitative, quantitative, or computational methods to examine issues including:
  • Convention and mega-event impact
  • Sport tourism and event-driven development
  • Urban destination strategy and competitiveness
  • Hospitality performance and revenue optimization
  • Tourism analytics and predictive modeling
  • Sustainable tourism and community engagement
  • Technology, AI, and smart destinations

Indianapolis provides a living laboratory for tourism and event research. Faculty have strong potential to collaborate with:
  • The Indiana Convention Center and Visit Indy
  • NCAA and national governing sport bodies
  • Professional sport franchises and event organizers
  • Major recurring events (e.g., large-scale sporting championships, conventions, and festivals)
  • Hospitality leaders, venue operators, and destination management organizations

Responsibilities
  • Teach undergraduate courses in tourism, hospitality, event management, sport tourism, or related domains.
  • Establish and sustain a productive research agenda with potential for external funding.
  • Develop applied partnerships with tourism, hospitality, convention, and sport industry stakeholders.
  • Contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives and community engagement.
  • Mentor undergraduate students.
  • Provide service at the departmental, school, and university levels.
  • Support learners through effective, evidence-based teaching practices.

Duties
  • 50% Research
  • 40% Teaching (2 courses/fall and spring semesters)
  • 10% Service


About IU Indianapolis
IU Indianapolis is Indiana's premier urban public research university and holds both Community Engagement and R1 Carnegie Classifications. The campus serves more than 22,000 students across 15 schools and is making major investments in research infrastructure, including:
  • The Convergent Bioscience and Technology Institute
  • The Institute for Human Health and Wellbeing
  • IU LAB at 16 Tech, supported by a $138 million Lilly Endowment grant
The School of Health & Human Sciences prepares graduates to lead in complex global industries and seeks scholars committed to impactful research, innovative teaching, and meaningful engagement with Indianapolis and beyond.


Basic Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in a related discipline, including but not limited to: hospitality, tourism, leisure studies, event management, sport tourism, or others
  • Demonstrated potential for success in research as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
  • Potential to secure independent external funding with collaborative research in the health sciences and related fields.
  • Evolving research program aligned with or complementary to the IU Indianapolis School of Health & Human Sciences.
  • Teach undergraduate courses in tourism, hospitality, event management, sport tourism, or related domains.
  • Develop applied partnerships with tourism, hospitality, convention, and sport industry stakeholders.
  • Provide service at the departmental, school, and university levels.


Department Contact for Questions
For more information on the position, don't hesitate to get in touch with the search committee chair, Dr. David Pierce, at dpierce3@iu.edu. Additional information on the School of Health & Human Sciences, as well as the Department of Tourism, Event and Sport Management, is available at: https://shhs.indianapolis.iu.edu/index.html.
Additional Qualifications
  • Post-doctoral training or equivalent field/industry experience
  • College teaching experience
  • Potential for collaborative and/or interdisciplinary research across SHHS and the IU Indianapolis campus
  • History of independent external funding with collaborative research with Industry and the private sectors
Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date Expected Start Date 08/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101508-2026

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