Assistant Professor, Sport Management
About The Position
Otterbein University seeks an innovative and collaborative colleague for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Sport Management. The appointment begins in August 2027. The faculty member will teach 9–12 credit hours per semester, maintain an active research agenda, and participate in service to the department, University, community, and profession. The role also includes academic advising and mentoring for a diverse undergraduate student population, and may include assisting with the Sport Management Club or other campus student groups and activities. Courses include Professional Perspectives in Sport Management, Practicum in Sport Management, and Sport Finance and Economics, as well as oversight of the required student internship program. Additional teaching may include Sport Marketing, Sport Facility and Design, general education courses, or elective course development. The successful candidate will be committed to teaching at a comprehensive liberal arts institution and to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse communities and cultures.
Requirements
- Earned doctorate in Sport Management or a Sport Management-related field.
- One to three years of college teaching experience.
- Experience using technology and a variety of instructional strategies.
- Superior communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse communities and cultures.
- Ability to maintain an active research agenda, engage in professional and university service, advise students, and teach 9–12 credit hours per semester.
Nice To Haves
- More than three years of college teaching experience.
- Experience with course development.
Responsibilities
- Teach 9–12 credit hours per semester.
- Teach Professional Perspectives in Sport Management, Practicum in Sport Management, and Sport Finance and Economics.
- Oversee the required student internship program.
- Potentially teach Sport Marketing, Sport Facility and Design, general education courses, or electives.
- Maintain an active research agenda.
- Provide academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate Sport Management students.
- Engage in service to the department, University, community, and profession.
- Potentially assist with the Sport Management Club and other student groups or campus activities.
Benefits
- Full University benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
