Clinical Assistant Professor in Kinesiology-Sport Coaching & Sport Industry

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Human Sciences in The Ohio State University’s College of Education and Human Ecology invites applications for a full-time, 12-month Clinical Assistant Professor serving the Master’s of Sport Coaching and Sport Industry programs. The position is teaching-focused, with approximately 60% of the work in the Master’s of Sport Coaching program and 40% in the Sport Industry program. The successful candidate will typically teach approximately 30 credit hours annually, including graduate and undergraduate courses relevant to these fields.

The role also includes leadership of the Master’s of Sport Coaching program; graduate student advising and mentoring; participation in recruitment and admissions; curriculum development and assessment; continuous program improvement; and service to the department. The department seeks a candidate who can contribute to student learning, program development, and professional preparation. The position is based at the Physical Activity and Education Services location, with a first shift and 40 scheduled hours.

Requirements

• PhD in Sport Coaching, Sport Management, Kinesiology, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.
• Evidence of effective teaching in higher education.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses relevant to Sport Coaching and Sport Industry.

Nice To Haves

• Coaching experience.
• A record of success in graduate education.
• Online teaching experience.
• Experience in student mentoring and advising.
• Program leadership or administration experience.
• Experience integrating emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance teaching, learning, and student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in the Master’s of Sport Coaching program and undergraduate courses in the Sport Industry program.
• Maintain a substantial teaching portfolio, typically teaching approximately 30 credit hours annually.
• Lead the Master’s of Sport Coaching program through strategic recruitment, admissions, assessment, and continuous program improvement.
• Advise and mentor graduate students to advance their career readiness.
• Participate in program recruitment and admissions activities.
• Develop curriculum to advance undergraduate and graduate education.
• Engage in academic service in support of the Sport Coaching and Sport Industry programs, the Department, and the College.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package based on internal equity and the candidate’s qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents.
• State or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree