Assistant or Associate Professor/Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice of KSM

South Dakota Board of Regents • Vermillion, SD

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About The Position

The Division of Kinesiology and Sport Management at the University of South Dakota invites applications for two full time faculty positions beginning in Fall 2026. We seek dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered colleagues for two faculty positions in Exercise Science and Sport Management. Each position may be filled at the assistant or associate professor rank, either on the tenure track or as a professor of practice.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in exercise science, sport management, or a closely related field (e.g., exercise physiology, sport science, kinesiology, strength and conditioning).
• Evidence of effective teaching and scholarly productivity.
• ABD candidates will be considered with completion of degree by August 2026.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for these positions.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses such as exercise physiology, kinesiology, exercise testing and prescription, theory of strength and conditioning, research methods, sport marketing, budgeting and finance, sport facility and event management, and sport law.
• ACSM or NSCA certification for exercise science.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in exercise science or sport management and related areas.
• Conduct and publish scholarly research.
• Mentor students and supervise undergraduate and graduate research.
• Participate in curriculum development and provide service to the university and profession.

Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
• This position is a nine-month appointment with the possibility of summer employment for additional compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees