JOB: Sport Management at Drexel University

The Center for Hospitality & Sport Management at Drexel University is pleased to invite nominations and applications for a full time, Non Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor position within the Sport Management Program.

Position information

Position title: Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor - Center for Hospitality & Sport Management

Requisition number: 5944

Job overview: The Center for Hospitality & Sport Management at Drexel University invites nominations and applications for a full time, Non Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor position within the Sport Management Program. Applications will be accepted from highly qualified individuals in all areas of expertise in Sport Management, but preference will be given to those individuals with a strong background as a practitioner. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.  

Qualifications: Applicants should have an earned doctoral degree in Sport Management or a terminal degree in a closely related field. Candidates will have a strong interest and experience in current Sport Management practices and relevant scholarly literature. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of, or commitment to teaching, scholarly achievement and excellence in research, publications, and presentations. Desirable teaching qualifications include: evidence of excellence in teaching, excellent verbal and written communication skills, interest in a highly collaborative faculty environment, experience in and enthusiasm to teach both face to face and online, and experience in curriculum planning and development. 

Essential functions: The successful candidate will be responsible for instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels, scholarly research, and publications. Teaching will occur at Drexel University's Main Campus and regional locations and scheduling may include day, evening, and/or weekend courses, both on-site and online. Other required activities include helping to facilitate experiential learning and cooperative placement opportunities for students within the sport management industry, serving on committees and participating in professional and industry activities. 

Supplemental Posting Information: Drexel University offers an attractive benefits package including tuition remission, a generous retirement package with matching funds (up to 11%) and an opportunity to join a talented team of professionals directly helping the University achieve its record growth and quality reputation. 
Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Employment will be contingent upon the University's acceptance of the results of the background investigation. 
Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Goodwin College of Professional Studies is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.  

Documents that must be associated with this posting: Resume and cover letter

Does this position interact with minors? No  

Motor Vehicle Check (MVC) required: No

Employee Type: (1) 9 Month Faculty

Home Department Name: 3604 Hospitality Management  

Recruiting Salary: Commensurate with experience 

Position Location: 101 N. 33rd Street, Office 110 Philadelphia, PA 19104  

Salary Grade: 1 

Job Open Date: 02-25-2014  

Job Close Date: 06-25-2014