Assistant Professor - Sport & Recreation Management, Hart School

The Hart School of Hospitality, Sport & Recreation Management at James Madison University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position in Sport & Recreation Management at the rank of Assistant Professor, set to begin in Fall 2021. The Hart School is an affiliate academic unit in the College of Business. The Hart School serves approximately 1,000 students in both Sport & Recreation Management and Hospitality Management along with a Sport & Recreation Leadership program with more than 40 students at the Master’s level. Our mission is to engage in transformational education through innovative teaching, scholarship, and service.

We are seeking an innovative and collaborative faculty member who would primarily be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Sport & Recreation Management (3/3 teaching load) with the potential for future teaching opportunities at the graduate level. The applicant should have the ability to participate in a variety of scholarly endeavors and engage in collaborative scholarship with faculty and students across disciplines. The applicant should also be prepared to engage in service to the university, community, and the profession.

The applicant must have a Ph.D. or terminal degree in sport or recreation management or a closely related field. The applicant must demonstrate strong commitment to teaching as well as evidence of successful publications or a 3-5 year plan for an active scholarship agenda. It is preferred that the applicant have previous experience working within the sport and/or recreation industry. ABDs are invited to apply.

All candidates must apply for this position using JMU’s on-line job application system. To apply, visit http://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/8228 or go to JobLink.jmu.edu and reference posting number F1535. Candidates will complete the application and attach the following documents:

• Cover letter. In addition to articulating interest and qualifications, this document must include a discussion of the candidate’s contributions or potential contributions to the diversity of the classroom, program, and university.
• Curriculum Vitae (including e-mail address, telephone, mailing address and including contact information for three references)
• Documentation related to teaching effectiveness / Course of Evaluations
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Scholarship Philosophy and Research Agenda (Other Document #1)

The names and contact information for three references will be requested as part of the application. Each reference listed will receive an email requesting that they submit a reference through the JobLink system. Please DO NOT send “paper” application packets or supplemental materials; all application materials must be submitted on-line.

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. Known for its livability, local food, arts and natural surroundings, this Virginia Main Street community is one of the most diverse communities in the State of Virginia. JMU is a highly selective, diverse, regional, comprehensive, student-oriented institution with a growing national reputation. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, and over 900 full-time instructional faculty. JMU offers strong liberal arts and professional programs in a variety of disciplines. The university is committed to innovation, superlative teaching and scholarship. JMU has achieved national recognition for the quality of its academic programs and has been repeatedly identified as a best-buy for students.

James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.