Job Description / Duties

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of Kinesiology at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a full‐time, renewable non‐tenure track Clinical Assistant Professor in
Sport and Fitness Management. We seek applicants that welcome the opportunity to contribute to an emerging and vibrant academically diverse department.

Responsibilities: Teach courses in the Sport and Fitness Management program. Actively conduct, publish, and present quality applied research in a collegial environment in which both intra‐ and
inter‐disciplinary collaborations are highly valued. Participate impactfully in the sport management profession, contribute to university service, and engage in outreach to the region’s
businesses, governments, and the community at large.

TITLE: Clinical Assistant Professor of Sport and Fitness Management (non‐tenure track).

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of Kinesiology is seeking a non‐tenure‐track Clinical Assistant Professor of Sport and Fitness Management. Duties include teaching 9‐12 hours per semester, engaging in scholarly activities, and professional service such as serving on departmental, college and university‐wide committees. The candidate will teach courses in the undergraduate sport and fitness management concentration which may include, but is not
limited to, Facilities and Equipment Management, Sport Marketing, Sport and Fitness Management, Sport Law, Sociology in Sport, and Financial Matters in Sport. Additional responsibilities include establishing connections with potential internship and occupational sites for undergraduate students, undergraduate curriculum development, and performing other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Education. The ideal candidate is committed to
effective learning, student mentoring, curriculum development, professional scholarly activity, and enjoy the opportunity to contribute to an emerging and vibrant academically diverse
department.

Rank and Salary: This is a non‐tenure‐track faculty position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor. Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate to rank, experience, and
qualifications.

Appointment Date: Anticipated start date is August 2, 2021.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications: A candidate must have an earned Doctorate in Sport Management or a closely related discipline. Candidates with prior high level substantive practitioner experience in the sport or fitness industry, and teaching experience at the undergraduate level, are optimal. Evidence of the ability to develop, implement and build sustainable collaborative relationships with business entities and government agencies is expected.

Required Qualifications:
● Earned doctorate in Sport Management, or a related field
● Experience teaching university students in sport management, athletic administration, or a related field
● Demonstrated evidence of scholarship (published, in press, presentations)
● Demonstrated evidence of ability to pursue a research agenda in Sport Management.

Preferred Qualifications:
● Capacity in developing sport management undergraduate courses that link to COSMA accreditation guidelines
● Capacity to develop learning outcomes and map them to assessment tasks
● Capacity to deliver course content in online, blended/hybrid learning environments using the CANVAS learning platform
● Capacity to collaborate with other units and colleagues within the university and community for research, service, and professional development purposes
● Demonstrated potential in grant writing and implementation
● Evidence of active participation in pertinent professional organizations
● Capacity and interest to develop and teach graduate level courses
● Evidence of high‐level substantive practitioner experience in the sport or fitness industry
● Evidence of the ability to develop, implement and build sustainable collaborative relationships with business entities and government agencies.

Additional Information

Announcement of Clinical Assistant Professor in Sport and Fitness Management Position
Department of Kinesiology (College of Education)
The University of Alabama in Huntsville

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of Kinesiology at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a full‐time, renewable non‐tenure track Clinical Assistant Professor in
Sport and Fitness Management. We seek applicants that welcome the opportunity to contribute to an emerging and vibrant academically diverse department.

Responsibilities: Teach courses in the Sport and Fitness Management program. Actively conduct, publish, and present quality applied research in a collegial environment in which both intra‐ and
inter‐disciplinary collaborations are highly valued. Participate impactfully in the sport management profession, contribute to university service, and engage in outreach to the region’s
businesses, governments, and the community at large.

Qualifications: A candidate must have an earned Doctorate in Sport Management or a closely related discipline. Candidates with prior high level substantive practitioner experience in the sport or fitness industry, and teaching experience at the undergraduate level, are optimal. Evidence of the ability to develop, implement and build sustainable collaborative relationships with business entities and government agencies is expected.

Appointment Date: August 2021.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Kinesiology has 9 full time faculty and staff members with discipline interests in Coaching, Disability Sport, Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Sport and Fitness Management. Two undergraduate degrees are offered, a B.S. in Kinesiology and a B.S. in Sport and Fitness Management. A Master of Arts in Teaching (P‐12) with a concentration in Physical Education is offered and a Master of Science degree program in kinesiology will be launched soon.

As an emerging department of approximately 250 majors, the Kinesiology department has a student and staff population of diverse interests. As significant further departmental growth is expected, the ideal candidate will share in the department’s commitment to the success of a diverse population.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is classified as a High Research Active institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts,
Humanities and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; Professional Studies; and Science. For more information about UAH, see uah.edu/about.

The UAH Chargers Athletics Program participate in the NCAA Division 2 Gulf South Conference in the following sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track & Field, and Volleyball.
The Lacrosse program competes in the Peach Belt Conference. UAH has a NCAA Division 1 Hockey program which participates in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association. For more information about UAH sports, see https://uahchargers.com/

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: The Huntsville area is a culturally diverse community and maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast. It has been named by Business Insider as one of the best cities to live in America. Known as “Rocket City,” Huntsville has a major presence of technology, space, and defense industries, which allows the city to offer a variety of educational, recreational, sports and cultural opportunities. The population of the metropolitan area is over 400,000 and growing. Facebook’s new datacenter and Toyota/Mazda plant are in Huntsville. A vibrant parks and recreation department serves the rapidly growing population.

Several museums, historic sites and sports can be found in Huntsville, including the Huntsville Museum of Art, the Burritt Museum and Park, the EarlyWorks Children’s Museum, the Alabama Constitution Village, the Huntsville Botanical Gardens, Monte Sano State Park, and the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. The Rocket City Trash Pandas, the Double A affiliate baseball team of the Los Angeles Angels, play in the Southern League.

An active downtown arts and entertainment district, including Broadway and symphony performances, contribute to Huntsville’s vibrant cultural life. For more information about Huntsville and its convenient location to Nashville, Birmingham, Chattanooga, and Atlanta, please visit http://www.huntsville.org.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE: Interested candidates should submit a brief letter of interest, curriculum vitae (relating your experiences to the required and preferred qualifications and responsibilities of the position), official transcripts, a recent scholarly publication (or scholarly work in progress), and three current letters of recommendation (within the past year)
via email to:

Sport and Fitness Management Faculty Search
Department of Kinesiology
Rae.Gill@uah.edu

Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Michael.Craw@uah.edu (Chair of Selection Committee).

Review of candidates begins February 3, 2021 but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/ veterans/ disabled.

Please refer to log number: 21/22‐627

Position Description
Clinical Assistant Professor in Sport and Fitness Management Position
Department of Kinesiology (College of Education)
The University of Alabama in Huntsville

TITLE: Clinical Assistant Professor of Sport and Fitness Management (non‐tenure track).

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of Kinesiology is seeking a non‐tenure‐track Clinical Assistant Professor of Sport and Fitness Management. Duties include teaching 9‐12 hours per semester, engaging in scholarly activities, and professional service such as serving on departmental, college and university‐wide committees. The candidate will teach courses in the undergraduate sport and fitness management concentration which may include, but is not limited to, Facilities and Equipment Management, Sport Marketing, Sport and Fitness Management, Sport Law, Sociology in Sport, and Financial Matters in Sport. Additional responsibilities include establishing connections with potential internship and occupational sites for undergraduate students, undergraduate curriculum development, and performing other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Education. The ideal candidate is committed to effective learning, student mentoring, curriculum development, professional scholarly activity, and enjoy the opportunity to contribute to an emerging and vibrant academically diverse department.

Required Qualifications:
● Earned doctorate in Sport Management, or a related field
● Experience teaching university students in sport management, athletic administration, or a related field
● Demonstrated evidence of scholarship (published, in press, presentations)
● Demonstrated evidence of ability to pursue a research agenda in Sport Management.

Preferred Qualifications:
● Capacity in developing sport management undergraduate courses that link to COSMA accreditation guidelines
● Capacity to develop learning outcomes and map them to assessment tasks
● Capacity to deliver course content in online, blended/hybrid learning environments using the CANVAS learning platform
● Capacity to collaborate with other units and colleagues within the university and community for research, service, and professional development purposes
● Demonstrated potential in grant writing and implementation
● Evidence of active participation in pertinent professional organizations
● Capacity and interest to develop and teach graduate level courses
● Evidence of high‐level substantive practitioner experience in the sport or fitness industry
● Evidence of the ability to develop, implement and build sustainable collaborative relationships with business entities and government agencies.

Additional Information: The Sport and Fitness Management program (SFM) is entering its third year of operation. As a four‐year Bachelor of Science Program SFM is designed to prepare students for job ready entry into management, marketing, and administration positions of sport programs in educational and sport business settings. Program outcomes align with the standards of key professional associations such as the Commission of Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA).

The Department of Kinesiology has 9 full time faculty and staff members with discipline interests in Coaching, Disability Sport, Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Sport and Fitness
Management. A Master of Arts in Teaching (P‐12) with a concentration in Physical Education is offered. A Masters in Kinesiology degree program will be launched soon. As an emerging
department of approximately 250 majors, the Kinesiology department has student and staff population of diverse interests. As significant further departmental growth is expected, the ideal
candidate will share in the department’s commitment to the success of a diverse population.

The College of Education provides exemplary instruction, relevant research, and effective service through collaboration with schools, businesses, community organizations and the public at large.
The College includes the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, the Department of Kinesiology, and the UAH Early Learning Center, an outreach and service unit of the College which provides inclusive early childhood education for children from ages 3 months to 6 years in developmentally appropriate classrooms. The College offers a full array of teacher education programs approved by the Alabama State Department of Education and accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

The University of Alabama in Huntsville, classified as a High Research Activity institution, offers a wide variety of academic and research programs. Huntsville maintains one of the highest per capita incomes and standards of living in the Southeast United States. There is a rapidly growing sport presence anchored by a strong minor league hockey team and AA minor league affiliate in the Southern League.

Rank and Salary: This is a non‐tenure‐track faculty position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor. Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate to rank, experience, and
qualifications.

Appointment Date: Anticipated start date is August 2, 2021.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested candidates should submit a brief letter of interest, a curriculum vitae that reflect evidence of the required and preferred qualifications, official transcripts, one recent scholarly publication or scholarly work in progress, and three current
letters of recommendation (within the past year) to:

Sport and Fitness Management Faculty Search
Department of Kinesiology
Rae.Gill@uah.edu

Please direct any questions related to the position to: Dr. Michael Craw (Selection Panel Chair) email Michael.Craw@uah.edu

Review of candidates begins February 3, 2021 but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/ veterans/ disabled.

Please refer to log number: 21/22‐627

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

Contact Information

Sport and Fitness Management Faculty Search
Department of Kinesiology
Rae.Gill@uah.edu

Please direct any questions related to the position to: Dr. Michael Craw (Selection Panel Chair) email Michael.Craw@uah.edu

Employer Profile

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Kinesiology has 9 full time faculty and staff members with discipline interests in Coaching, Disability Sport, Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Sport and Fitness Management. Two undergraduate degrees are offered, a B.S. in Kinesiology and a B.S. in Sport and Fitness Management. A Master of Arts in Teaching (P‐12) with a concentration in Physical Education is offered and a Master of Science degree program in kinesiology will be launched soon.

As an emerging department of approximately 250 majors, the Kinesiology department has a student and staff population of diverse interests. As significant further departmental growth is expected, the ideal candidate will share in the department’s commitment to the success of a diverse population.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) is classified as a High Research Active institution, offers academic and research programs in the Colleges of Arts,
Humanities and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Nursing; Professional Studies; and Science. For more information about UAH, see uah.edu/about. The UAH Chargers Athletics Program participate in the NCAA Division 2 Gulf South Conference in the following sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track & Field, and Volleyball. The Lacrosse program competes in the Peach Belt Conference. UAH has a NCAA Division 1 Hockey program which participates in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association. For more information about UAH sports, see https://uahchargers.com/