Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Sport & Recreation Mgmt

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University, Hart School of Hospitality, Sport, & Recreation Management, seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2027. The candidate will teach SRM courses, develop scholarly research, and engage in service across disciplines.

The rank is Assistant Professor; a Ph.D. or terminal degree is required by 8/10/2027, with strong teaching and publication credentials. ABD with conferral by date will be considered. Employment contingent on background check and I-9 verification.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree in sport management or closely related field; degree must be conferred by 8/10/2027 or ABD with conferral by that date.
• Strong commitment to teaching and evidence of publications or a 3-5 year plan for active scholarship.
• Experience in professional sport or intercollegiate athletics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate SRM courses and possibly graduate SRM courses (3/3 teaching load).
• Develop courses such as Foundations of Leadership in SRM, SRM Seminar, Introduction to SRM, Management in SRM, Sport Marketing & Sales, Facilities & Event Management.
• Engage in independent and collaborative research and provide service to the university and profession.

Skills

Teaching experience

Scholarly agenda

Intercollegiate athletics

Collaboration

Education

PhD or terminal degree

Job description

James Madison University, Hart School of Hospitality, Sport, & Recreation Management, seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2027. The candidate will teach SRM courses, develop scholarly research, and engage in service across disciplines.

The rank is Assistant Professor; a Ph.D. or terminal degree is required by 8/10/2027, with strong teaching and publication credentials. ABD with conferral by date will be considered. Employment contingent on background check and I-9 verification.