Visiting Assistant Professor in Sports and Recreation Management

Position Summary:

We are seeking candidates for a full-time, one-year contract position as a Visiting Assistant Professor position. Candidates will demonstrate their commitment to excellence in teaching, community service, and academic contributions and who would enrich the growth and success of the Sports & Recreation Management program. Non-teaching assignments include curricula and instructional development, academic advising, office hours, and assisting students with course registration. With mutual agreement, this visiting professor position will renewed for a second year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach selected in-person undergraduate sports and recreation management courses: Principles of Sports and Rec Management, Programming of Sports and Rec Management, Sports and Recreation Marketing, Inclusive Sports and Recreation, Sports and Rec Facilities Management, Fitness Management, Trends and Issues in Sports and Recreation
• Provide high-quality advising and mentoring to students
• Engage in ongoing program assessment
• Supervise internships and independent studies, when appropriate
• Foster a collaborative academic environment by contributing to cross-disciplinary efforts and promoting innovation in teaching methods
• Make recommendations about curriculum enhancements
• Maintain a continuous program of applied research, consulting initiatives, and professional development, as appropriate.
• Participate in service activities within the department, university, and the sports management profession.

Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or comparable degree with a focus in Sports Management or a related business field from an accredited institution is required, with doctoral degree or ABD preferred.
• Preferred candidates should have teaching experience in areas such as sports management, sports marketing, data analytics, or general management/operations. Practitioner work experience in these areas is highly desirable.
• A strong commitment to high-quality teaching is essential, with a demonstrated ability to engage students effectively across multiple teaching modalities.
• Active involvement in professional engagement, applied research, and service is encouraged and expected in this role.
• The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for providing high-quality, student-centered advising and mentoring to support student success.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin in June 2026. The one-year contract will begin in August 2026.