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Current Open Positions (updated 11/6/25)
For a link to the sport management program home page, click the name of the institution. To see the complete job description or to apply for the job online, "click here to apply."
Covenant College, tenure-track faculty position. Teach a variety of undergraduate courses in core areas within the sport management major and the candidate's area of specialization (teaching load: 24 credits per academic year, with a course release the first semester). Engage in research, scholarship, and other professional activities. Collaborate with the sports industry by working on real-world events alongside students, providing experiential learning opportunities. Mentor and advise undergraduate students. Participate in the life of the campus community and faculty governance. Qualifications: Doctorate in Sport Management by July 1, 2026 preferred. Candidates with a Master's Degree in Sport Management will be considered. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. Practitioner experience in sport management that will elevate academic instruction in the classroom and help prepare students for careers in the field. Click here to apply.
Rutgers University, Assistant Teaching Professor/Director, Global Sport Business Master of Science, Program, start Fall 2026. Calendar year appointment, dual leadership and instructional role. Minimum requirements: Master’s degree or higher in Sport Management, Kinesiology, or a closely related field; relevant teaching and/or professional experience in sport management or related fields; demonstrated leadership and organizational skills in academic or industry settings; proven ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external partners; record of professional development, with a focus on subject-specific and/or teaching and learning effectiveness in Higher Education. Candidates with experience teaching sport management courses in sales, entrepreneurship, and economics are particularly encouraged to apply. Click here to apply.
Southern Connecticut State University, Assistant Professor, Recreation, Tourism, and Sport Management, two tenure-track positions, start date August 2026. Southern invites applications from individuals who believe in the mission of public higher education and are committed to outstanding teaching and scholarship. Successful candidates will be disciplinary scholars devoted to a student-centric approach. Successful candidates will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels as well as advise undergraduate and graduate student interns. Scholarly activities, productive service, and student advisement are required. Engagement with the sport business/practitioner community is expected. Required qualifications: Earned doctorate in Sport Management or related field; ABD candidates considered; teaching experience that aligns with the department’s Sport Management curriculum; evidence of the ability to teach effectively at the University level and to engage in meaningful scholarship, including peer-reviewed publications and grant-funded activities; evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills. Click here to apply.
University of Tampa, full-time, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, starting August 2026. Teaching responsibilities include emphasis on undergraduate courses in the area of Professional Selling in Sport and one or more of the following areas: International Sport, Senior Seminar in Sport. Candidates are expected to have a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring student experiential learning opportunities, scholarly activity and service within the environment of an undergraduate liberal arts institution. The teaching load is twelve contact hours in a 14-week semester. This position will bring the total number of full-time faculty to nine, including a full-time internship coordinator, serving approximately four hundred majors. The program is accredited by COSMA and is located in downtown Tampa in close proximity to numerous opportunities for student volunteer and internship experiences. Click here to apply.
University of Nebraska, Kearney, full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, starting January or August 2026. Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or other doctoral degree) required in Sport Management or a closely related field. Demonstrated potential for excellence as a teacher-scholar, with promise in both teaching and scholarship. Candidates who are ABD will be considered. The successful candidate will:
University of Florida, Lecturer, non-tenure track, Sport Management (reference job #537306). Candidates will have a strong record of teaching excellence, demonstrated through impactful learning experiences, student engagement, and pedagogical innovation. The ideal candidate will integrate new methods, technologies, and experiential opportunities that prepare students for the evolving sport industry. Candidates should have proven experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate students, and a demonstrated commitment to service at the department, college, and professional levels. We value educators who can adapt to varied learning environments, foster critical thinking, and create student-centered classrooms that strengthen our programs. A doctorate in sport management or a related discipline is required by the start date. Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience in areas including ethical issues in sport, sport sociology, sport marketing, sport sponsorship, sport business and finance, event and facility management, esports, sport law, and sport analytics. Click here to apply.
Wichita State University, Assistant Educator of Sport Management, full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position that will teach, advise, mentor and recruit undergraduate and graduate students to the department’s academic programs, as well as provide service to the department, college, University, and profession. The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online); foster applied learning into the course design; engage with industry and the local business community on applied learning projects; and perform other service activities (e.g., committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention, outreach). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, please submit all materials by October 27, 2025. The start date for this position is August 2, 2026. Click here to apply.
Metropolitan State University of Denver, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, tenure track, 9-month position, starting Fall 2026. The ideal candidate must be able to teach Sport Media, Sport Marketing, and Sport Finance, as well as additional courses within the Sport Management major based on program needs and the candidate’s expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in scholarship activities, advise and mentor undergraduate students, supervise student fieldwork experiences, assume an active role in appropriate professional organizations, and provide service to the department, school, university and profession. This position requires presence in Colorado on MSU Denver's Auraria campus for in-person teaching and other activities. Doctorate in Sport Administration/Sport Management or related discipline. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply however, the degree must be conferred prior to the start date in August 2026. Click here to apply.
Capital University, Assistant Professor of Sport Business, full-time, tenure-track, nine-month contract, renewable annually to commence in either January or August 2026. The successful candidate will teach a range of Sport Business courses and, when needed, general business courses. Teaching responsibilities may include Introduction to Sport Business, Sports Marketing, Facility and Stadium Operations, Critical Issues in Sports, and Internship or Capstone supervision. There will also be opportunities to develop new courses within the sports business major. The position includes responsibilities as an academic advisor for undergraduate business majors, supporting student research, as well as contributing to scholarly activity, professional development, and service for the University. Earned doctorate in Sport Business or a closely related business discipline, preferably from an institution with business accreditation. Candidates with a relevant doctorate in non-business field combined with a master’s degree in Sport Business (or related field) will be considered. (ABDs within one year of completion will be considered). Click here to apply.
Shawnee State University, tenure-track faculty position, Sport Management and Business Management, beginning January or August 2026. Preferred qualifications: 1) Ph.D./Doctorate or in Sport Management, Management or closely-related area 2) Sport Industry experience in management 3) Experience in undergraduate curriculum development 4) Experience in online course development and delivery. The successful candidate will: 1) Teach/develop courses in Sport Management/Business Management area at undergraduate level 2) Advise undergraduate students 3) Serve on school, college or University committees 4) Engage in professional development/scholarly activities, including innovative curriculum development, design and delivery and accreditation 5) Represent the University in community service activities/events, and engage with students in out-of-classroom co-curricular activities. Click here to apply.
Columbia College, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Assistant Professor in Global Sports Business and Leadership, beginning August 2025. Preferred applicants will have a terminal degree in Sport Management, Global Sports Business and Leadership, or closely related discipline with significant professional experience. The individual holding this position will be responsible primarily for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in global sports business and leadership. Candidates considered for the rank of assistant professor must demonstrate the potential to pursue a balanced commitment to excellent teaching, productive research, and active professional and community service. In addition to teaching and conducting research, successful candidates will be required to perform academic and career counseling, serve on division, standing, and College committees, and participate in assessment activities. This is a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure or tenure-track position, based on rank. The standard teaching load is twelve credit hours for each of the fall and spring semesters. Click here to apply.
Capital University, Executive Professor of Sport Business, full-time faculty position to teach in the newly established Sport Business major, commencing August 2025. The successful candidate will teach a range of Sport Business courses, including but not limited to special topics, critical issues in sport, sport business introduction, and facility and stadium operations. Opportunities to teach in the MBA program or general business courses. The candidate will serve as an advisor and mentor to undergraduate Sport Business majors and minors, providing guidance on academic planning, career development, and industry engagement. Requirements: 1) Doctorate in Sport Business, Sport Management, or a closely related business discipline from an ACBSP- or AACSB-accredited program (preference for candidates from COSMA-accredited programs). An MBA is also preferred. 2) Proven excellence in university-level teaching with expertise across sport business disciplines and a record of scholarly or professional achievement. 3) Executive-level experience in the sport industry, demonstrating leadership, strategic business expertise, and a track record of success. 4) Commitment to project-based learning, with the ability to leverage industry connections to facilitate live-client projects, experiential learning trips, and guest lectures.
Click here to apply.
Jacksonville State University, full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Sport Management, beginning August 2025. The successful candidate will join our dynamic faculty and contribute to the growth and development of our Sport Management program. Key responsibilities include: 1) Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Sport Management. 2) Maintaining an active research agenda and scholarly publications. 3) Engaging in service activities at the departmental, college, and university levels. We are seeking candidates with an earned doctorate in Sport Management or a closely related field, with ABD candidates near completion being considered. The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive academic environment that serves students from all backgrounds. Click here to apply.
For a link to the sport management program home page, click the name of the institution. To see the complete job description or to apply for the job online, "click here to apply."
Covenant College, tenure-track faculty position. Teach a variety of undergraduate courses in core areas within the sport management major and the candidate's area of specialization (teaching load: 24 credits per academic year, with a course release the first semester). Engage in research, scholarship, and other professional activities. Collaborate with the sports industry by working on real-world events alongside students, providing experiential learning opportunities. Mentor and advise undergraduate students. Participate in the life of the campus community and faculty governance. Qualifications: Doctorate in Sport Management by July 1, 2026 preferred. Candidates with a Master's Degree in Sport Management will be considered. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research. Practitioner experience in sport management that will elevate academic instruction in the classroom and help prepare students for careers in the field. Click here to apply.
Rutgers University, Assistant Teaching Professor/Director, Global Sport Business Master of Science, Program, start Fall 2026. Calendar year appointment, dual leadership and instructional role. Minimum requirements: Master’s degree or higher in Sport Management, Kinesiology, or a closely related field; relevant teaching and/or professional experience in sport management or related fields; demonstrated leadership and organizational skills in academic or industry settings; proven ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external partners; record of professional development, with a focus on subject-specific and/or teaching and learning effectiveness in Higher Education. Candidates with experience teaching sport management courses in sales, entrepreneurship, and economics are particularly encouraged to apply. Click here to apply.
Southern Connecticut State University, Assistant Professor, Recreation, Tourism, and Sport Management, two tenure-track positions, start date August 2026. Southern invites applications from individuals who believe in the mission of public higher education and are committed to outstanding teaching and scholarship. Successful candidates will be disciplinary scholars devoted to a student-centric approach. Successful candidates will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels as well as advise undergraduate and graduate student interns. Scholarly activities, productive service, and student advisement are required. Engagement with the sport business/practitioner community is expected. Required qualifications: Earned doctorate in Sport Management or related field; ABD candidates considered; teaching experience that aligns with the department’s Sport Management curriculum; evidence of the ability to teach effectively at the University level and to engage in meaningful scholarship, including peer-reviewed publications and grant-funded activities; evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills. Click here to apply.
University of Tampa, full-time, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, starting August 2026. Teaching responsibilities include emphasis on undergraduate courses in the area of Professional Selling in Sport and one or more of the following areas: International Sport, Senior Seminar in Sport. Candidates are expected to have a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring student experiential learning opportunities, scholarly activity and service within the environment of an undergraduate liberal arts institution. The teaching load is twelve contact hours in a 14-week semester. This position will bring the total number of full-time faculty to nine, including a full-time internship coordinator, serving approximately four hundred majors. The program is accredited by COSMA and is located in downtown Tampa in close proximity to numerous opportunities for student volunteer and internship experiences. Click here to apply.
University of Nebraska, Kearney, full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, starting January or August 2026. Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or other doctoral degree) required in Sport Management or a closely related field. Demonstrated potential for excellence as a teacher-scholar, with promise in both teaching and scholarship. Candidates who are ABD will be considered. The successful candidate will:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sport management. Potential assignments include: Introduction to Sport Management; Research Methods; Management and Leadership in Coaching and Athletics; Sport Sociology; Sport Marketing; Programming for Sport, Recreation, & Events.
- Maintain an active research agenda as a teacher-scholar, producing peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and/or grant activity.
- Advise, mentor, and recruit undergraduate and graduate students.
- Support program development and curriculum innovation.
- Engage in service at the department, college, university, and professional levels.
- Develop and sustain partnerships with businesses and organizations in the sport management industry.
University of Florida, Lecturer, non-tenure track, Sport Management (reference job #537306). Candidates will have a strong record of teaching excellence, demonstrated through impactful learning experiences, student engagement, and pedagogical innovation. The ideal candidate will integrate new methods, technologies, and experiential opportunities that prepare students for the evolving sport industry. Candidates should have proven experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate students, and a demonstrated commitment to service at the department, college, and professional levels. We value educators who can adapt to varied learning environments, foster critical thinking, and create student-centered classrooms that strengthen our programs. A doctorate in sport management or a related discipline is required by the start date. Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience in areas including ethical issues in sport, sport sociology, sport marketing, sport sponsorship, sport business and finance, event and facility management, esports, sport law, and sport analytics. Click here to apply.
Wichita State University, Assistant Educator of Sport Management, full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position that will teach, advise, mentor and recruit undergraduate and graduate students to the department’s academic programs, as well as provide service to the department, college, University, and profession. The successful candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online); foster applied learning into the course design; engage with industry and the local business community on applied learning projects; and perform other service activities (e.g., committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention, outreach). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, please submit all materials by October 27, 2025. The start date for this position is August 2, 2026. Click here to apply.
Metropolitan State University of Denver, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, tenure track, 9-month position, starting Fall 2026. The ideal candidate must be able to teach Sport Media, Sport Marketing, and Sport Finance, as well as additional courses within the Sport Management major based on program needs and the candidate’s expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in scholarship activities, advise and mentor undergraduate students, supervise student fieldwork experiences, assume an active role in appropriate professional organizations, and provide service to the department, school, university and profession. This position requires presence in Colorado on MSU Denver's Auraria campus for in-person teaching and other activities. Doctorate in Sport Administration/Sport Management or related discipline. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply however, the degree must be conferred prior to the start date in August 2026. Click here to apply.
Capital University, Assistant Professor of Sport Business, full-time, tenure-track, nine-month contract, renewable annually to commence in either January or August 2026. The successful candidate will teach a range of Sport Business courses and, when needed, general business courses. Teaching responsibilities may include Introduction to Sport Business, Sports Marketing, Facility and Stadium Operations, Critical Issues in Sports, and Internship or Capstone supervision. There will also be opportunities to develop new courses within the sports business major. The position includes responsibilities as an academic advisor for undergraduate business majors, supporting student research, as well as contributing to scholarly activity, professional development, and service for the University. Earned doctorate in Sport Business or a closely related business discipline, preferably from an institution with business accreditation. Candidates with a relevant doctorate in non-business field combined with a master’s degree in Sport Business (or related field) will be considered. (ABDs within one year of completion will be considered). Click here to apply.
Shawnee State University, tenure-track faculty position, Sport Management and Business Management, beginning January or August 2026. Preferred qualifications: 1) Ph.D./Doctorate or in Sport Management, Management or closely-related area 2) Sport Industry experience in management 3) Experience in undergraduate curriculum development 4) Experience in online course development and delivery. The successful candidate will: 1) Teach/develop courses in Sport Management/Business Management area at undergraduate level 2) Advise undergraduate students 3) Serve on school, college or University committees 4) Engage in professional development/scholarly activities, including innovative curriculum development, design and delivery and accreditation 5) Represent the University in community service activities/events, and engage with students in out-of-classroom co-curricular activities. Click here to apply.
Columbia College, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Assistant Professor in Global Sports Business and Leadership, beginning August 2025. Preferred applicants will have a terminal degree in Sport Management, Global Sports Business and Leadership, or closely related discipline with significant professional experience. The individual holding this position will be responsible primarily for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in global sports business and leadership. Candidates considered for the rank of assistant professor must demonstrate the potential to pursue a balanced commitment to excellent teaching, productive research, and active professional and community service. In addition to teaching and conducting research, successful candidates will be required to perform academic and career counseling, serve on division, standing, and College committees, and participate in assessment activities. This is a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure or tenure-track position, based on rank. The standard teaching load is twelve credit hours for each of the fall and spring semesters. Click here to apply.
Capital University, Executive Professor of Sport Business, full-time faculty position to teach in the newly established Sport Business major, commencing August 2025. The successful candidate will teach a range of Sport Business courses, including but not limited to special topics, critical issues in sport, sport business introduction, and facility and stadium operations. Opportunities to teach in the MBA program or general business courses. The candidate will serve as an advisor and mentor to undergraduate Sport Business majors and minors, providing guidance on academic planning, career development, and industry engagement. Requirements: 1) Doctorate in Sport Business, Sport Management, or a closely related business discipline from an ACBSP- or AACSB-accredited program (preference for candidates from COSMA-accredited programs). An MBA is also preferred. 2) Proven excellence in university-level teaching with expertise across sport business disciplines and a record of scholarly or professional achievement. 3) Executive-level experience in the sport industry, demonstrating leadership, strategic business expertise, and a track record of success. 4) Commitment to project-based learning, with the ability to leverage industry connections to facilitate live-client projects, experiential learning trips, and guest lectures.
Click here to apply.
Jacksonville State University, full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Sport Management, beginning August 2025. The successful candidate will join our dynamic faculty and contribute to the growth and development of our Sport Management program. Key responsibilities include: 1) Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Sport Management. 2) Maintaining an active research agenda and scholarly publications. 3) Engaging in service activities at the departmental, college, and university levels. We are seeking candidates with an earned doctorate in Sport Management or a closely related field, with ABD candidates near completion being considered. The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive academic environment that serves students from all backgrounds. Click here to apply.
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