Assistant/Associate Professor in Sports Management Job at Augusta University in

Overview

Assistant/Associate Professor in Sports Management
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

The Department of Kinesiology in the College of Education and Human Development at Augusta University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Sports Management. The primary responsibilities will be teaching selected courses such as Sports Management, Sport Analytics, Management of Sport Organizations, Financial Management of Sports Organizations, Sports Law, Sports Event Planning, and Current and Emerging issues in Sports; developing and updating curriculum; teaching and advising undergraduate students in sports management program; engaging in scholarly activity and research; providing service to the department, college, university, community, and the profession. The position also requires advising, mentoring students; developing and maintaining a scholarly research and publication agenda; and service to the academic unit and the College. We also encourage faculty to be active in soliciting external funding through grants and other sources.

Responsibilities

• Teaching - 60%
  Developing and updating curriculum. Teaching and advising undergraduate students in the Sports Management Program. Manage courses through systematic use of syllabi. Keep accurate records of students' class performance, attendance, and grades. Adopt and implement common course objectives. Attend faculty orientation prior to the beginning of the semester. Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Scholarship and Research - 30%
  Engaging in scholarly activity and research.
• Service - 10%
  Providing service to the department, college, university, community, and profession.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
An earned doctorate in Sports Management, Sports Administration, or a closely related field. Applicants should have an established research agenda and the ability to seek external funding.

Appointment Levels
Assistant Professor: An early-career faculty member with a terminal degree and potential for national/international recognition, demonstrated teaching excellence, and service to the program/department/college.

Associate Professor: A mid-career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training and experience, with a focused research agenda and demonstrated impact in knowledge or practice, outstanding teaching, and substantial service.

Preferred Qualifications

It is preferred that applicants have experience in an established Sports Management program and experience in developing curriculum and courses in the field of study.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlined in offer letter and yearly contract. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0.

Assistant Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Associate Professor - Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more. Full-time employees may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment. Rank and salary are determined at hire based on experience, education, credentials, etc., and internal equity and market data. Advancements occur through the annual Promotion and Tenure process.

Location

Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

To be considered, apply online at the Augusta University jobs site. Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, unofficial transcripts, as one document. The application URL is: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals

Other Information

This position may require background checks and other standard employment screenings as applicable. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment.

Location of job posting: https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=282242&PostingSeq=1