Assistant/Associate Professor - Kinesiology Sport Management

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks an assistant/associate professor in Kinesiology with a focus on recreation and/or sport management. The role emphasizes student-centered teaching, undergraduate instruction, advising, and recruitment, with opportunities for curriculum development and program assessment.

The position is a 9-month, tenure-track role with expectations to establish an externally funded research program, publish scholarly work, and contribute to service within the department

Qualifications

• PhD in Kinesiology or related discipline by appointment date or ABD considered (with PhD before hire).
• Strong record of scholarship and an externally funded research agenda.
• Experience teaching undergraduate level courses in recreation or sport management.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate kinesiology courses with student-centered approach.
• Advise and mentor students; participate in recruitment and curriculum development.
• Engage in program assessment and accreditation-related procedures.

Skills

Strong teaching skills

Student advising

Research leadership

Pedagogical innovation

Education

PhD in Kinesiology or related discipline

Tools

Statistical software (SPSS/R)

Job description

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

The Department of Kinesiology, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking an assistant/associate professor whose teaching and scholarly research agenda is broadly aligned with recreation and/or sport management. The primary purpose of this role is to provide student centered teaching and clinical instruction of undergraduate level courses. Faculty in this role will provide student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, engage in program assessment accreditation-related procedures. The ideal candidate will have training and experience in working in a dynamic Kinesiology Department whose scholarly research agenda is in alignment with recreation and/or sport management . This candidate will be expected to: (i) establish and sustain a strong externally-funded research program in their field of expertise; (ii) produce an excellent record of scholarly publications; (iii) incorporate modern pedagogical skills in kinesiology courses to undergraduate and graduate courses; (iv) supervise and support kinesiology students in independent research projects; and (vi provide service to the Department of Kinesiology, the College and University as well as to appropriate community and professional organizations. This is a 9-month, tenure-track position. The final rank will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina A & T State University is a public land grant high research institution that is committed to teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. As the largest HBCU in the nation, our enrollment is nearly 14,000students and our workforce include over 2,000 employees. North Carolina A&T State University offers over 90-degree programs at the bachelors, master's, and doctoral levels through eight academic colleges. The University is one of the sixteen constituent units of the University of North Carolina and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The strategic vision, preeminence 2030, focuses the University on interdisciplinary scholarly activities in a learner-centered environment. The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences (HCHHS) comprises six departments and the School of Nursing. The HCHHS offers the following undergraduate degree programs; Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs including the Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (PA program), Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Science in Health Psychology and PhD in Social Work, PhD in Applied Psychology, and Doctor of Nurse Practice (DNP). The HCHHS is also home to the Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research (CIHDER), a hub for multidisciplinary research and community engagement efforts to alleviate health inequities. The HCHHS capitalizes on the synergistic relationships between these departments to develop advanced academic programming, enhance the mentoring of trainees, and conduct collaborative multidisciplinary research and scholastic activity. The Department of Kinesiology is one of the largest departments on campus with current enrollment of approximately 700 students. The Department of Kinesiology trains evidence-based professionals, meeting the needs of people who are apparently healthy, at risk, and with known disease(s). The Kinesiology faculty possess a wide depth of knowledge in areas such as physical therapy, exercise science, adaptive physical education, sports management, recreation and leisure studies, exercise immunology, health and wellness, nutrition and community health. We currently offer a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Kinesiology with three concentrations : (1) Exercise Science, (2) Recreation Sport Management, and (3)Preprofessional . Kinesiology graduates are prepared to pursue entry level positions within the sport and recreation management, rehabilitation, recreation, and healthcare fields. The Kinesiology degree also prepares students who desire to pursue advanced graduate degrees in disciplines such as athletic training, physical therapy, sport management, public health, occupational therapy, recreation and leisure studies and more.

Minimum Requirements

A minimum of a PhD in a Kinesiology or related discipline by the anticipated date of appointment (ABDs will be considered, but a PhD must be awarded and showing on the transcript before the hiring date). Ability to establish and sustain a strong research enterprise, and have pedagogical skills to teach in areas relevant to Recreation and Sport Management

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Prior teaching experience in baccalaureate and/or graduate Kinesiology programs
• Postdoctoral training
• Evidence of student advisement and training
• Strong commitment to promoting and enhancing inclusiveness, collaboration and diversity in alignment with the University's commitment to maintaining and enhancing a diverse environment
• Expertise sport business analytics and business intelligence
• NIL related policy and management

Work Location

On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

• Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor - Kinesiology Sport Management
• Position Number 009868
• Recruitment Salary Range commensurate with education and experience
• FLSA Exempt
• Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time
• Tenure Track Yes
• FTE 40 hours/week, 9 months
• Organizational Division Kinesiology
• Organizational Location College of Health and Human Sciences
• Organizational Unit Kinesiology

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number EPA2834
• Open Date 08/14/2026
• Open Until Filled Yes
• Date Position Available January 2027

Benefits and Eligibility

North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmitive Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna - State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more