Assistant Professor Sport Management

University of Nebraska at Kearney; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits program

Employee and Dependent Scholarship program

Job summary

A leading university is seeking an Assistant Professor of Sport Management. This full-time, tenure-track position involves teaching courses, maintaining research, and engaging with the sport industry. Ideal candidates will have a doctoral degree and demonstrated excellence in teaching and scholarship. The position begins in January or August 2026, with a competitive salary and flexible benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated potential for excellence as a teacher-scholar.
• Candidates who are ABD will be considered if they can complete the doctorate in a reasonable time frame.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sport management.
• Maintain an active research agenda.
• Advise, mentor, and recruit students.
• Support program development and curriculum innovation.
• Develop partnerships with industry.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Education

Doctoral degree in Sport Management or a related field

Job description

Overview

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The Sport Management Program at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sport Management, beginning January 2026 or August 2026, depending on candidate availability. We seek a dynamic teacher-scholar who will contribute to our tradition of academic excellence, mentor future leaders in the sport industry, and engage in meaningful scholarship, service, and community partnership.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or other doctoral degree) 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, provided there is clear evidence that the doctorate will be completed within a reasonable time frame.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of college-level teaching experience, including both face-to-face and online formats.
• A record of scholarly activity (e.g., peer-reviewed publications, professional presentations, grant involvement).
• Evidence of innovative teaching practices and/or industry engagement.

Application Instructions

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research agenda
• Contact information for three professional references

How to Apply

To be considered for the position, application materials can be submitted at UNK Employment Opportunities before November 3, 2025. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Rachel Silverman at [e-mail]. Upon a contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate.

Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care. The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees. Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. This policy is applicable to all University administered programs including educational programs, financial aid, admission policies and employment policies. Veterans and persons with disabilities encouraged to apply. The University affirms a policy of equal educational and employment opportunities and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. University employees, students and others associated with the University who have not received the benefits of these policies, are encouraged to contact the Chief Compliance Officer/ADA Coordinator. For a copy of the University of Nebraska at Kearney's Annual Security Report, you may contact the Office of Police and Parking Services or visit the website: http://www.unk.edu/annual_security_report

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education