Instructor/Assistant Professor - Sports Management at Jacksonville State University in JACKSONVILLE, Alabama

Job Description:

Job no: 496720

Work type: Faculty 9-Month

Location: Jacksonville (Main Campus)

Categories: Faculty

Jacksonville State University

Instructor or Assistant Professor, Sport Management

Jacksonville State University's College of Health Professions and Wellness is seeking to hire a scholar for an Instructor or Assistant Professor in Sport Management.

The Instructor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology provides educational services to traditional and non-traditional students during the day or evening; teaching undergraduate level courses in Sport Management and Recreation Leadership; and may be required to teach courses within their concentration area on campus, off-campus, online courses and possible videoconferencing depending on need of location.

The Jacksonville State University College of Health Professions and Wellness was established to deliver a top-quality education for 21st century professionals in an effort to promote health and wellness in our communities, state, nation, and around the world. The departments of nursing, respiratory therapy, and kinesiology have developed undergraduate and graduate programs utilizing the latest evidence-based practices. It is our goal to prepare future leaders in health and wellness professions.

This position requires the following:

• Master's degree in Kinesiology, Sport Management, Recreation, Physical Education, or related field.

The preferred applicant will possess the following:

• Terminal Degree in Kinesiology, Sport Management, Recreation, Physical Education, or related field.

Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter, resume or CV, teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts to complete their application.

This position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024.

Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State University is a learning-centered university in Jacksonville, Alabama, whose mission is to provide distinctive educational, cultural, and social experiences for a diverse student population.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,600 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus - Arts, Humanities, and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU's commitment to excellence.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: JSU is an Equal Employment, Equal Opportunity, and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Advertised: Jan 22 2024 Central Standard Time

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