The Department of Government and Politics at Wagner College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty appointment in Sports Administration, beginning Fall 2024.
The ideal candidate will hold a doctorate in Sports Management/Administration or a doctorate or other terminal degree in a related field, and be passionate about teaching and research.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to teach SA 102: Financial Decision Making for Non-Profits, as well as a wide variety of sport management/administration courses (e.g., sports marketing, sports finance, e-sports, etc.), design curriculum, assist with the establishment of internship opportunities for undergraduate students, provide strong academic advisement, and supervise internships. In addition to a successful teaching record at the undergraduate level, we seek candidates with an original research agenda that complements and enhances their teaching.
Essential Functions:
- Teach 3 courses per semester (Fall and Spring)
- Collaborate in developing curriculum and establishing new course offerings
- Advise and mentor students pursuing the undergraduate degree in sports administration Participate in departmental functions and college-wide services
- Pursue scholarly activities
- Teach in the College's First Year Program
Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate in Sports Management/Administration or doctorate or terminal degree in a related field. ABD considered.
- Potential for excellence in teaching at the college level
- Evidence of research activity and scholarship
- Commitment and sensitivity to issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
Qualified candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Please submit, as a single pdf file: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of current and future research plans, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching experience (if available), and a diversity statement. Applicants should also submit contact information for at least three individuals who can supply a recommendation letter. The position will be open until filled. Materials should be submitted via email to Joy Stapleton joy.stapleton@wagner.edu. Applications submitted by June 1, 2024 will be given full consideration.
Additional Information
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. Wagner College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
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