Assistant/Associate Professor in Sport Management, 9 Month Salaried - Department of Sport Management

Responsibilities: The individual hired will be required to maintain an active research agenda, possess strong knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods for the effective mentoring of master’s and doctoral student research, teach undergraduate and graduate courses (including teaching online courses), seek external funding, aid in developing external partnerships, and contribute to department and university growth through appropriate service activities.

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for the position include earned doctorate degree in Sport Management or related field; college/university teaching experience; mentoring experience; evidence of scholarly productivity; experience procuring external funding, or evidence of ability to procure external funding. An individual’s program of research should align with one of the department’s core content areas.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to individuals with a research interest aligned with business-related content (e.g., marketing, finance, economics, management). Preference will also be given to individuals with a record of procuring external funding.

Other Information: Candidates are being sought for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position in the Department Sport Management in the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences. The department has thematic pillar areas which provide the broad context from which our research and course offerings are derived: Legal and Policy Issues in Sport, Management of Sport, Sport Economics/Finance, Sport Marketing, and Sport Media and Culture Studies. Contact Info Dr. Timothy Kellison, Search Committee Chair Katherine Maddox, Sr. Administrative Specialist (for questions regarding the application submission system and process) University Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news! Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses. FSU Total Rewards FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our FSU Total Rewards website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs. Use our FSU Total Compensation Calculator to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks. Considerations This is a Faculty position. This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check. Review of applications will begin November 13, 2026. We urge interested candidates to submit materials as soon as possible. This position will begin Fall 2027.This position is being advertised as open until filled. Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.