Job Title: Assistant Professor-Sport Management
Location: UWG Recruiting Location
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 281504
About Us
Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation.Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 13,000 students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.
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Job Summary
The Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Sport Management will be responsible for teaching sport management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Primary responsibilities include course and curriculum development, engaging in research and scholarship, participating in departmental, college, and university committees and initiatives, and other assigned duties. The successful candidate may teach courses such as Introduction to Sport Analytics, Big Data and Statistical Analysis in Sport, Analytics in Sport Business, Applied Network Analysis in Sport, Strategic Management of Sport Organizations, Research and Assessment in Sport, Revenue Generation in Sport, Sport Marketing and Promotion, and other relevant areas within the program.
Responsibilities
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Teach three (3) classes per semester, with a potential mix of in-person, hybrid, and 100% online undergraduate and graduate level courses.
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Engage in ongoing scholarly activities such as publishing research, presenting at conferences, and submitting external and internal grant applications, with a focus on advancing knowledge in college athletics and sport analytics.
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Provide service to the department, college, and university through involvement in committees and community initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Required Education:
Terminal degree in Sport Management, or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is to be conferred by the start of employment (Aug 1).
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Ability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Established record of research and publication in academic journals.
Capability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sport management, with an emphasis on collegiate athletics and sport analytics.
Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Expertise in the relevant academic discipline, with the ability to contribute to teaching, research, and service in the field.
Awareness of current trends and emerging issues within the discipline.
Proven ability to deliver effective instruction across various modalities, including online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
Capacity to engage in high-quality research, scholarly activity, and secure external funding to support academic endeavors.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with diverse audiences, including students, colleagues, and external partners.
Experience mentoring students in academic, professional, and experiential learning opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in a team-oriented setting.
Proficiency in using technology and digital tools to enhance teaching, research, and service activities.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50)
Other Information
The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM.
