College of Human Environmental Sciences
Department of Human Nutrition, Hospitality and Sport Management
Applications are now being accepted for an
Instructor position in Sport Management
Start date 8/16/2026
The Department of Human Nutrition, Hospitality and Sport Management, a growing Department with a thriving faculty, seeks to fill a faculty position in Sport Management beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. It is one of five academic units within the College of Human Environmental Sciences at The University of Alabama. Due to our continued program growth, the department will split, resulting in the formation of the Department of Hospitality and Sport Management starting Fall 2027.
The University of Alabama is ranked among the top 50 public universities in the nation with a focus on research, teaching, and service, and has one of the most beautiful college campuses in America. The University is a leader among public universities nationwide in the enrollment of National Merit Scholars and is the senior comprehensive doctoral level institution in Alabama. The University of Alabama is in vibrant Tuscaloosa, a metropolitan area of approximately 160,000, with a warm and sunny climate.
Responsibilities: Teaching and service to articulate The University of Alabama’s mission including but not limited to:
- Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels as appropriate. Examples of courses that the candidate may teach include, but are not limited to, the following: Introduction to the Sport Industry, Contemporary Club Management, Event Leadership, Sport Tourism, Sport Marketing and Promotion, and Sales in Sport Operations.
- Recruit and mentor students.
- Academic advising for undergraduate and graduate students as appropriate.
- Serve on Departmental, College, and University committees.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s or terminal degree in Sport or Hospitality Management or related field is required.
- Evidence of successful teaching at the collegiate level.
- Minimum of two years relevant industry experience is strongly preferred.
Application Deadline: The application window will close June 15, 2026. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Application Procedure:
- Complete application on-line at https://facultyjobs.ua.edu
- Applications must include the following:
- Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae (CV), Transcripts of Graduate Coursework, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and List of Three Professional References including their qualifications as the referent.
- For further information contact: Dr. Dylan Williams at dpwilliams@ua.edu.
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Education Opportunity Institution that actively seeks diversity among its employees.
