Description
The Simmons School of Education & Human Development at Southern Methodist University (SMU) is currently accepting applications for two (2) tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sport Management positions.
Position Expectations
Candidates are expected to research and teach classes within the sport management programs while also mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The expected distribution of effort is 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service. We are specifically looking for scholars whose research focuses on one of the following areas:
- Sport Analytics
- Technology & Artificial Intelligence in Sport
- Sport Finance & Economics
- International/Global Sport
- Intercollegiate athletics
This position includes teaching graduate courses in the Master of Science Sport Management program and/or undergraduate courses in the Bachelor of Science in Sport Management. We prefer candidates who can teach a diverse range of courses within these programs. Candidates will be expected to teach evening and some weekend classes. Candidates are also expected to maintain office hours and an appropriate student-centered presence on campus while participating in service that contributes to the development, growth, and expansion of the sport management programs. For additional information about the faculty and the department, visit https://www.smu.edu/apsm.
Qualifications
- Doctorate in sport management or related fields such as organizational behavior, data science, analytics, finance, economics, or related disciplines in hand by August 2025.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate sport management courses
- A strong record of published, peer-reviewed research and external funding (or demonstrated potential to do so).
- Experience in the sports industry is preferred.
Application
Candidates should submit their application materials through the Interfolio online system: http://apply.interfolio.com/154268. Application materials should include the following items:
- Letter of application highlighting the candidate’s qualifications with specific reference to research and teaching experience/approach.
- Curriculum vitae
- One writing sample in the form of a published article, submitted manuscript, or manuscript in preparation
- Name, title, and email addresses of three references.
To ensure full consideration for the position, applications must be submitted by October 25, 2024. The search committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled. Please refer to Positions #53523 and #53014 on all application materials. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.
The start date for these positions is August 2025. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Please contact Dr. Willis A. Jones for questions about the search submission process, the department, or the position at wajones@smu.edu.
About SMU
SMU is a nationally ranked, private, non-sectarian research institution located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas. Researchers are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, and business. SMU offers excellent benefits including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. To learn more about the rich cultural environment of SMU, visit: http://smu.edu. The City of Dallas is one of the nation’s most cosmopolitan commercial and cultural centers, and the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. SMU’s beautifully shaded campus of Georgian-Revival-inspired architecture is situated in the heart of Dallas. The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex is home to many universities, arts organizations, and Fortune 500 corporations. Visit www.dallaschamber.org. Of note, in 2023 the Sport Business Journal named Dallas the number one sports business city in the U.S. https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Journal/Issues/2023/03/20/In-Depth/best-sports-business-cities-dallas.aspx
The Simmons School of Education and Human Development was founded in 2005 and is ranked among the top 15 private graduate education schools in the United States. The school has undergraduate and graduate programs across five academic departments, including Applied Physiology and Sport Management, Counseling, Education Policy and Leadership, Human-Centered Interdisciplinary Studies, and Teaching and Learning. Comprised of two state-of-the-art academic buildings, the Simmons School has over 80,000 sq. feet of office and classroom spaces, applied physiology labs, and a 21st century teacher development studio to advance the development of pre-service and in-service teachers. The Simmons School promotes excellence by engaging in and disseminating research, securing significant external grants and contracts, preparing exemplary professionals, and collaborating with other schools on campus. In addition, Simmons is currently in partnership with Toyota, Dallas ISD, and the West Dallas community to develop and implement a model for a Pk-8 STEM-focused school with wraparound extracurricular and social services that can be replicated and scaled elsewhere. Explore the Simmons School of Education and Human Development at https://www.smu.edu/simmons.
The SMU Simmons Master’s in Sport Management program has received significant recognition, being ranked as the #1 program in Texas, the #3 program among private universities in the USA, the 14th overall in the country, and the 18th globally. These rankings were conducted by SportBusiness, a London-based intelligence service that provides data and analytics to the sports industry. For more information on the SportBusiness Postgraduate Ranking, often referred to as the SportBusiness PGR, visit: https://www.sportbusiness.com/postgraduate-rankings-2023/
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.
