Assistant Professor, Sports Industry Job at Inside Higher Ed in Jacksonville

The Department of Kinesiology in Jacksonville State University’s College of Health Professions and Wellness invites applications for two Assistant Professor positions within the Sports Industry program.

The Sports Industry Assistant Professors provide educational services to traditional and non-traditional students during the day or evening; teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in Kinesiology, and may be required to teach courses within their concentration area on campus, off-campus, online courses and possible videoconferencing depending on need of location.

The Jacksonville State University College of Health Professions and Wellness was established to deliver a top-quality education for 21st century professionals to promote health and wellness in our communities, state, nation, and around the world.

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at the university level.
• Evidence of a promising research agenda and scholarly publications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic environment.

Preference may be given to those who possess the following:

• Experience with COSMA (Commission on Sport Management Accreditation) processes and standards
• Industry experience in sport management or related fields
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: sport marketing, sport communication, sport finance, sport law, sport management, or sport analytics
• Experience with online and hybrid course delivery
• Record of successful grant writing or external funding acquisition

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts to be considered for the position. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

This position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to over 9,900 students representing 63 countries.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.