Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Sport Administration

Kinesiology and Health

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Sport Administration

(Posting #F00477P)

Position Description

The Department of Kinesiology and Health in the College of Education and Human Development at Georgia State University invites applications for a full-time, 10-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in the Fall of 2026. Candidates specializing in an active sport management research agenda, a record of outstanding university-level teaching, and an interest and expertise in advising graduate-level research are strongly encouraged to apply.

The faculty member will: (1) teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in sport administration and related areas at the B.I.S., M.S. and Ph.D. levels (2-2 teaching load, teaching summer courses may be available on an annual basis); (2) mentor, advise and direct graduate students’ theses and dissertations; and (3) provide service and engagement to the department, college, university, industry and profession.

Required Education

Earned Ph.D. in Sport Management, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start date of the position.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Ongoing record of scholarly work commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor.
• Excellent teaching experience in Sport Management or related areas.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty within and outside the department.

Pre-Employment Requirements

A criminal background check and terminal degree verification is required. Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).

Salary

$68,000 - $77,000

Search Chair Contact Information

Dr. Beth Cianfrone, bciafrone@gsu.edu
404-413-8362

Departmental Contact for Assistance

Trelley Meyers, tmurray3@gsu.edu
404-413-8052

Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6608