Gestion des Ressources Humaines

Associate Professor in Human Resources Management (F/M)

L’Institut Lyfe (formerly Institut Paul Bocuse) prepares future leaders in the fields of Hospitality, Food Service, Culinary Arts, and Pastry . Over the past 30 years , it has developed a unique ecosystem combining undergraduate and graduate education, research, and professional training. Today, it welcomes 1,200 students from approximately 75 nationalities .

As part of the creation of a new position, we are looking for an Associate Professor in Human Resources Management, with broad expertise in Human Resources Management and good knowledges of the Hospitality/Gastronomy/Culinary industry.

This position will be part a permanent contract (CDI) , starting in January or September 2027 , to join our permanent Faculty team .

Teaching

• Teaching at Bachelor level within the area of expertise;
• Supervising students in pedagogical projects or academic work ;
• Contributing to innovative teaching and learning methods ;
• Carrying out assessments within the academic framework set by syllabi ;
• Contributing actively to the development of programs and syllabi ;
• Ensuring administrative and academic follow-up ;
• Maintaining a solid national and international contacts network in the higher education and hospitality/gastronomy sector ;

Research

• Publishing in top peer-reviewed journals related in the area of expertise (ranked in FNEGE/ABS, SCOPUS-indexed) ;
• Participating in the research activities of the Institut Lyfe ;
• Conducting research and building synergies to strengthen interdisciplinary approaches in Human Resources related to the Hospitality/Gastronomy industry;
• Leading an international research team and supervise early-career researchers or students ;
• Contributing to securing funding to support research activities or research projects ;

Service

• Participating in Open Days, virtual Open Days, and student recruitment panels/interviews ;
• Contributing to teaching-related activities (class councils, thesis/dissertation defense committees, etc.) ;
• Contributing to discussions on the evolution of the professions and the need to update syllabi and educational resources ;
• Representing Institut Lyfe in professional associations

This list of is not exhaustive, and you may also be required to take on cross-functional projects and assignments that contribute to the overall performance of the team.

Required

• A Doctorate degree (PhD) in HR/Management, or a related field (e.g. Hospitality Management with an HR focus) ;
• At least 5 years of experience teaching in HR/Management/Hospitality Management ;
• Demonstrated ability to publish in reputable academic journals (e.g. FNEGE, ABS) ;
• Well-developed pipeline of research projects ;
• Experienced with innovative learning approaches ;
• Ability to merge theoretical knowledge with practical application ;
• If not already aligned, willingness to re-orient the research agenda towards Hospitality/Gastronomy/Wine & Beverage
• Full proficiency in English
• Experience in the hotel-restaurant or culinary arts sector is

Desirable

• Experience in the hotel-restaurant or culinary arts sector
• Working proficiency in French

Terms of contract

• Contract : permanent contract, from January or September 2027
• Gross annual salary : 55K€ - 65K€ (depending on profile and experience) + publication bonuses
• Benefits : Meals benefits, compulsory health insurance, preferential rates at Group restaurants and hotels, sustainable mobility package, covering 50% of public transport costs;
• Place of work : 25 Ch. du Trouillat, 69130 ECULLY

The Institut Lyfe is an equal opportunity employer committed to equality and diversity . We welcome all applications that can contribute to a diverse working culture.