Assistant Professor, Sport Management

Lewis University; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis University, located in the greater Chicago region, invites applications for a full-time Professor of Practice in Sport Management at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate Sport Management courses across traditional, accelerated, hybrid, and online modalities.

The role includes student advising, professional engagement, and service to the College and University, with emphasis on curriculum development, industry partnerships, and

Qualifications

• Earned Doctorate in Sport Management, Business Administration, or related discipline from AACSB-accredited institution.
• Ability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, online, and asynchronous environments.
• Proven record of engaging with industry and academic stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate Sport Management courses in multiple formats.
• Advise undergraduate students regarding degree progression; mentor graduate students.
• Develop curriculum, participate in accreditation activities, and contribute to program assessment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teaching ability

Mentoring students

Collaborative relationships

Education

Doctorate in Sport Management

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Located in the greater Chicago region, Lewis University is a comprehensive Catholic and Lasallian university where the traditions of liberal learning, values, and preparation for professional work come together to create a distinctive educational experience. Founded in 1932, Lewis University offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and programs, 37 graduate programs, and two doctoral programs.

The College of Business serves nearly 1,350 students from more than 30 states and 43 countries through eleven undergraduate majors and five graduate programs offered in traditional, online, and accelerated formats. Ethically grounded and career-focused, Lewis business programs combine critical thinking, data analysis, financial understanding, management concepts, and communication skills to prepare graduates for success in today’s global business environment.

Our distinguished faculty, comprised of 38 full-time faculty members and more than 75 adjunct instructors, blend academic excellence with extensive professional experience to create an engaging learning environment. The College supports numerous signature initiatives, including the Bryan & Mary Durkin Family Finance & Trading Lab, the Lowell Stahl Center for Entrepreneurship & Real Estate, the Lewis Innovation Hub, the Sales Excellence Program, and dedicated Career Services for Business students.

The College of Business invites applications for a full-time Professor of Practice position in Sport Management at the rank of Assistant Professor. The preferred start date is July 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will provide outstanding teaching, professional engagement, scholarship appropriate to AACSB faculty qualification status, student advising, and service to the College, University, and profession. Faculty are expected to support the College’s mission while maintaining professional and/or scholarly currency consistent with AACSB faculty qualification standards.

In addition to excellence in teaching, the successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and visibility of the Sport Management program through curriculum innovation, student mentoring, industry partnerships, and active participation in University service.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate Sport Management courses in traditional, accelerated, hybrid, and online modalities.
• Deliver course instruction aligned with approved student learning outcomes and AACSB standards.
• Maintain a twenty-four (24) credit-hour teaching load per academic year.
• Develop, revise, and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, and Blackboard course shells.
• Utilize effective instructional practices and technology to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Assess student learning, submit grades in accordance with University policy, and participate in program assessment and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain regular office hours to advise and mentor students regarding academic success, career planning, internships, and professional development.
• Advise undergraduate students regarding degree progression and mentor undergraduate and graduate students on professional development.
• Participate actively in curriculum development, accreditation activities, program assessment, student recruitment, retention initiatives, and strategic planning.
• Serve on College and University committees and participate in faculty governance.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues, alumni, industry professionals, employers, and community partners.
• Demonstrate leadership in establishing, growing, and promoting undergraduate and graduate Sport Management programs.
• Maintain academic and/or professional engagement supporting AACSB faculty qualification status through ongoing scholarly activity, professional development, industry engagement, certifications, consulting, or other qualifying activities.
• Remain current with emerging trends, issues, and best practices in Sport Management and incorporate those developments into teaching and program initiatives.
• Participate in required University and College training, certifications, and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and Dean.

Minimum Qualifications

AACSB Faculty Qualification Expectations:

Faculty members must meet and maintain AACSB qualification as a Scholarly Academic (SA), Practice Academic (PA), Instructional Practitioner (IP), or Scholarly Practitioner (SP) as defined by AACSB standards. Qualification is demonstrated through an appropriate combination of academic preparation, professional experience, scholarly activity, and ongoing academic and/or professional engagement. Faculty are expected to maintain documentation supporting their qualification status throughout their employment.

Earned Doctorate in Sport Management, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline from an AACSB-accredited institution.

• Minimum of five (5) years (approximately 10,000 hours) of progressively responsible professional experience within the sport management industry.
• Ability to teach effectively in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and asynchronous learning environments.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining academic and/or professional engagement consistent with AACSB faculty qualification standards.
• Commitment to student success, diversity, equity, inclusion, and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Sport Management, Sport Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.
• Successful university-level teaching experience in Sport Management.
• Professional certifications relevant to the discipline.
• Established professional network within the sport industry.
• Experience developing academic programs, recruiting students, and building industry partnerships.
• Experience maintaining AACSB faculty qualification status within an AACSB-accredited College of Business.

Work hours

Full-time; variable schedule including some evening classes as needed.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Transcripts

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