Assistant/Associate Professor of Sport Administration We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant/Associate Professor of Sport Administration at Belmont University. Employment Type Faculty Internal Job Category Tenure Track (Faculty)

Full-Time Department Sport Administration Hours N/A Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Mike Curb College of Entertainment at Belmont University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, beginning August 1, 2027. Primary Duties and Job Responsibilities Primary job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate Sport Administration courses. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly activity, and college and university service, and the duties listed below: Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic year. Advise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects. Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach. Participate in departmental and university committee work. Engage in scholarly activity and professional development. Advise students in course selection and degree completion. Participate in a local church and the community. Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies. Manage online grading system. Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required. Maintain regular office hours. The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents. As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program. Application Requirements During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vita/Resume and prepare a one-page essay, 300-400 words, describing how your core beliefs and practices inform your support of our Christ-Centered mission and influence your teaching, research, and service philosophy. Belmont University Located near the heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 9,000 students who come from every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching. As a Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont's mission is to develop diverse leaders of character, wisdom and a transformational mindset. With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master's programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people. Application Review Timeline Review of applicants will begin October 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Required Qualifications :

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to: Form diverse leaders of character; Equip people to solve the world's complex problems through teaching, research and service; And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish. Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study. Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught. Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques. Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity. Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students. Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software. Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University's online integrated database system for student grading. Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process. Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses. Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Required Education A terminal degree in Sport Management, Sport Administration, or closely related field. ABD Candidates will be considered; however, the degree must be completed prior to the start date of appointment.

Required Experience Preferred Experience:

Teaching experience strongly preferred. Ability to teach in the new undergraduate Athlete & Brand Management concentration is preferred. The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University. Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Apply Now Share Save Job