Tenure Track Assistant Professor Sport Management (2027 2028)

University of Hartford; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Barney School of Business at the University of Hartford invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sport Management beginning August 2027. A Ph.D. in Sport Management or related field is required; ABD candidates will be considered if degree is completed by Sept 2027.

Teaching will occur on-site and online for undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will sustain an active scholarly agenda with publications and presentations, serve on committees,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sport Management or related discipline; ABD considered if completed by Sept 2027.
• Experience teaching sport management and related business courses, on-site and online.
• Evidence of quality scholarly activities and strong teaching/communication skills.
• Ability to incorporate technology in teaching and a commitment to inclusive excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Sport Management and related business disciplines, on-site and online.
• Maintain a four-course teaching load per semester.
• Sustain an active scholarly research agenda with publications and conferences.
• Serve on department, college, and university committees.
• Advise students on coursework and career development.
• Foster inclusive excellence and belonging within the department.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Technology in teaching

Inclusive excellence and belonging

Education

Ph.D. in Sport Management or related field

Job description

Tenure Track Assistant Professor Sport Management (2027 2028)

Job Title Tenure Track Assistant Professor Sport Management (2027 2028)

Rank

Salary Range

Salary Range $112,000

Job Description

The Barney School of Business at the University of Hartford is seeking to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in Sport Management beginning August 2027.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will ordinarily teach courses in Sport Management and related business disciplines on-site and online in undergraduate and graduate programs. The typical teaching load is four courses per semester. Specific responsibilities may change based on departmental needs.
The Assistant Professor of Sport Management is expected to sustain an active scholarly research agenda with peer-reviewed publications and presentations at relevant conferences to maintain the AACSB Scholarly Academic qualification and to make progress toward successful tenure and promotion. The faculty member will also be expected to participate in department, college, and university level committees. The Assistant Professor will serve as an advisor to students guiding them in courses and career-development.

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Sport Management, Sport Administration, a business discipline with a Sport Management concentration, or closely related area. ABD candidates with documentation of degree completion prior to September 2027 will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• be able to teach a wide variety of sport management and business courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels both on-site and online.
• demonstrate evidence of quality scholarly activities
• demonstrate strong teaching ability and communication skills.
• show evidence of incorporating appropriate technology in teaching.
• show commitment to inclusive excellence and belonging.

Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Teaching Philosophy

Statement of Inclusive Excellence
As an institution of higher learning, the University of Hartford strives to be more than merely a mirror of the larger society; it should foster learning and encourage the personal growth of students, faculty, and staff in an environment that promotes and celebrates diversity in all of its forms regardless of identifying factors including but not limited to race, sex, age, religion, national origin, socioeconomic status, physical and learning differences, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity.
Accordingly, our commitment is to:
Foster an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community where the unique identities of
each person are fully appreciated, respected, and celebrated
Engage in civil discourse, that values diverse intellectual perspectives
Cultivate a campus community reflective of the intersectionality of the larger society while
maintaining an environment of safety and respect where all members experience a sense of belonging
Institutionally, stand against acts of hate, intimidation, discrimination, bigotry, violence, and
harassment of any kind
Uphold the values of the institution, so that all our members are treated with dignity and
respect
Our commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging is a strength that results in a vibrant and more engaged campus culture.

Teaching Philosophy

In the teaching philosophy statement, please share your thoughts and experiences in using active learning strategies, high-impact practices, and evidence-based pedagogical practices, as well as your methods for engaging students and fostering student belonging in the classroom.

University Information

Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at www.hartford.edu. Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/affinity-groups.aspx

College Information

The Barney School of Business is nationally ranked by Bloomberg Businessweek (undergraduate), U.S. News and World Report ( MBA ) and Princeton Review (overall business school). The Barney School of Business enrolls over 1,000 students in nine undergraduate majors, fourteen undergraduate minors, and four graduate programs. The programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business ( AACSB ), a designation given to the top 6% of business schools globally. The mission of the Barney School of Business is to cultivate and inspire intellectually curious learners to be competent, confident, and connected. Through our programs, we create an authentic learning experience that empowers learners to become effective business leaders. We invest in our faculty and staff and provide opportunities to expand their professional development. More information on the school and its mission can be found at http://www.hartford.edu/barney

Posting Number F222P

Open Date 10/19/2026

Open Until Filled Yes