Visiting Assistant Professor in Sports and Recreation Management

About the role

The School of Business at Franklin Pierce University invites applications for a full-time, one-year contract position as a Visiting Assistant Professor in Sports and Recreation Management. This position includes teaching responsibilities, advising, and service activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach selected in-person undergraduate sports and recreation management courses:
• Principles of Sports and Rec Management
• Programming of Sports and Rec Management
• Sports and Recreation Marketing
• Inclusive Sports and Recreation
• Sports and Rec Facilities Management
• Fitness Management
• Trends and Issues in Sports and Recreation
• Provide high-quality advising and mentoring to students
• Engage in ongoing program assessment
• Supervise internships and independent studies, when appropriate
• Foster a collaborative academic environment by contributing to cross-disciplinary efforts and promoting innovation in teaching methods
• Maintain a continuous program of applied research, consulting initiatives, and professional development, as appropriate
• Participate in service activities within the department, university, and the sports management profession

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or comparable degree with a focus in Sports Management or a related business field from an accredited institution is required, with doctoral degree or ABD preferred.
• Preferred candidates should have teaching experience in areas such as sports management, sports marketing, data analytics, or general management/operations. Practitioner work experience in these areas is highly desirable.
• A strong commitment to high-quality teaching is essential, with a demonstrated ability to engage students effectively across multiple teaching modalities.
• Active involvement in professional engagement, applied research, and service is encouraged and expected in this role.
• The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for providing high-quality, student-centered advising and mentoring to support student success.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or ABD preferred
• Experience in sports management, sports marketing, data analytics, or general management/operations
• Demonstrated ability to engage students effectively across multiple teaching modalities
• Strong commitment to professional engagement, applied research, and service
• Genuine passion for providing high-quality, student-centered advising and mentoring

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to teach in a variety of settings, including online and in-person
• Experience with curriculum development and instructional design
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in sports and recreation management

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Access to medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid Life Insurance coverage at 2x your salary
• Disability Coverage: Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Retailer Discounts: Local business discounts and travel discounts
• Paid Parental Leave: Paid parental leave
• On-Campus Housing: Option for on-campus housing in your initial year
• Relocation Assistance: Potential for relocation assistance

Pay

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The one-year contract will begin in August 2026.