Position in Godbold College of Business

Gardner-Webb University maintains a policy of non-discrimination. No aspect of employment will be influenced by race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, age, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

Gardner-Webb University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity within its faculty, staff, and students.

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Sport Management

Gardner-Webb University Godbold College of Business invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Instructor/Assistant Professor of Sport Management.  A tenure-track appointment is possible for candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience. We value quality teaching and we seek enthusiastic scholars who will likewise enjoy working closely with undergraduate and graduate students in a Christian environment.  Faculty members will be required to teach on-campus, off-campus and in an on-line environment.

Other responsibilities may include arranging and supervising undergraduate students in sport management internships and assistance in coordinating scheduling and advising sport management majors.

The successful candidate will:

  • Teach in the undergraduate and graduate sport management programs.
  • Demonstrate continuing professional and educational growth.
  • Advise students through realistic and thorough guidance.
  • Provide academic and professional advising to sport management majors.
  • Contribute to the on-going accreditation processes.
  • Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the University, and performing other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Eligibility requirements for consideration include:

  • Master of Sport Management
  • Terminal Degree in Sport Management preferred
  • Research and/or consulting in sport management field 
  • Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Record of successful collaboration and teamwork
  • Commitment to the University mission
  • Teaching experience in this discipline preferred

Gardner-Webb University is a coeducational, private institution with a strong emphasis in the liberal arts, located in Boiling Springs, NC (50 miles southwest of Charlotte) offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and sciences and in professional and pre-professional fields to approximately 3500 students.

Gardner-Webb University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC). The Godbold College of Business is also accredited by the Accrediting Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) worldwide.

The University desires to fill the position by August 1, 2023. Salary is commensurate with experience. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Candidates should complete the application using the link below and include a letter of application, resume, official transcripts, and names of three references with their application submission. Questions about the program specifics or application requirements should be directed to Prof. Mischia Taylor, Dean, Godbold College of Business ([email protected]).

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