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Assistant Teaching Professor, Sport Management (Non-Tenure Track)

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, United States


Assistant Teaching Professor, Sport Management (Non‑Tenure Track)
The Department of Kinesiology and Health at Rutgers University invites applications for a non‑tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Teaching Professor rank beginning Fall 2026. This is an academic year appointment with the possibility of renewal through the University’s teaching faculty track. Teaching instructors are expected to demonstrate mastery of relevant subject matter, effective teaching in the classroom, and provide service according to the mission of the Department and Rutgers University.

Course Load

Administration in Sport Management

Leadership in Sport Management

Facilities Planning and Design

Professional Presentations

Event Management and Sponsorship

Other courses as determined by the Department Chair

Responsibilities (Summary)
Teach the courses listed above and provide service to the department, university, and community. Demonstrate excellence in teaching, a record of accomplishments outside the classroom, and service to the Department, University, and Community.

Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience

Master’s degree or higher in Sport Management, Statistics/Informatics, Kinesiology or a related field.

Related teaching or professional experience in sport management or related fields.

Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and industry partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Sport Management, Kinesiology, or a related field.

3+ years of teaching experience in higher education.

Record of contributions outside the classroom related to sport management.

Record of service to department, school, and field of expertise.

Record of professional development focusing on subject‑specific and/or teaching and learning effectiveness in higher education.

Salary
Range: $82,110 – $90,000

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Application Requirements

Cover letter detailing specific interest in the position and potential to contribute to existing teaching needs (e.g., facilities planning and design, marketing in sport management), existing programs, and service needs within the department.

Teaching philosophy/portfolio; must include a teaching statement addressing approaches for all learners and comprehensive learning.

Curriculum vitae.

Names and contact information for three academic references.

Pre‑employment Screening
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre‑employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements: if employment starts during flu season, proof of vaccination against seasonal influenza may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectionate or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non‑Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu
on-discrimination-statement.

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