"Assistant/Associate Professor in Sports Management"

Job Details

Assistant/Associate Professor in Sports Management

Job ID: 282242
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

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, and 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.

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.

Assistant Professor: An early-career as a faculty member, who has earned a terminal degree in their discipline. There is evidence that the candidate's body of work represents research potential to achieve national/international recognition with further development. Show beginning evidence of impact either in the knowledge-base or practice. The candidate should show characteristics of being outstanding in teaching. The candidate will demonstrate an understanding of service to the program, department, and college.

Associate Professor: A mid-career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience. There is evidence that the candidate's body of work has a focused research and/or scholarship agenda that represents a significant step towards national/international recognition. There is evidence of impact either in the knowledge-base or practice. Candidate has evidence of outstanding teaching and substantial service.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks with these institutions shall be: Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation; Evidence of ability as a teacher; Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned; Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and, Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

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, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data. Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website: https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php

College/Department Information

Are you ready to join a winning college team, one that boasts the most rapid student growth currently at Augusta University and faculty that has been recognized for its dedication to preparing future educators, counselors, and leaders? The College of Education and Human Development at Augusta University is pleased to report that we have defied the national enrollment trends and grown exponentially in the past six years with more than 1,300 students. We invite you to apply to become a part of our team! The Augusta University College of Education is committed to being a relevant, responsive, and respected institution with a keen focus toward high impact work in the community. Our faculty, students, and alumni are committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities through the comprehensive study and effective practice of education. Through bachelor's degree, master's degree, doctoral degree, and professional development programs, we cultivate innovative educational leaders, advance health practices through research in kinesiology, explore the most important questions in public education, and share exciting ideas and best practices across the world.