Posted in Other about 2 hours ago.
Location: Pullman, Washington
Online applications must be received before 12:00am on:
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Summary of Duties:
As an Assistant Professor, you will be expected to conduct research with primary emphasis centered around sociological-focused topics, including international sport, civic engagement in sport, sustainability and sport, and critical theories in sport sociology. You must be able to teach a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of sport sociology, provide service to the university and engage with campus and local communities. The typical contractual load for a tenure-track assistant professor is 40% teaching (two courses per semester), 40% research and 20% service. We are seeking candidates with a focused research agenda and the ability to secure external funding and evidence of past applications to institutional or external grants. Candidates who can demonstrate engagement in interdisciplinary work, foster scholarly connections among current faculty and contribute to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are especially encouraged to apply. You must be able to demonstrate knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures and backgrounds.
Required Qualifications:
An earned Ph.D. in Sport Management;
Evidence of high-quality research with primary emphasis centered around sociological-focused topics, including international sport, civic engagement in sport, sustainability and sport, and critical theories in sport sociology;
Evidence of publishing first-authored publications in high-quality scholarly journals;
Demonstrated pursuit of funding (internal institutional grants) and evidence of potential to secure external funding;
Evidence of delivering high-quality instruction in a classroom setting for undergraduate and graduate students;
Demonstrated industry experience in sport across one or more sectors (i.e., public, private, non-profit);
Ability to contribute to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion consistent with the WSU strategic plan (see http://strategicplan.wsu.edu)
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of ability to mentor graduate students;
Evidence of ability to teach and work with diverse populations;
Evidence of ability to work collaboratively with other faculty;
Coaching and athletic background (collegiate and/or professional);
Ability to cultivate an international network with various sport organizations.
Area/College:
College of Education
Department Name:
Educational Leadership and Sport Management
City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA 99164
Department Link:
Sport Management | College of Education | Washington State University (wsu.edu)
Annual Salary:
$76,000 - $82,000
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation.
Overtime Eligibility:
Overtime Ineligible
FTE: 100%
This is a permanent, 9 month tenure-track position.
Background Check:
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. External candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/CV" section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Required Documents:
Curriculum Vitae
A letter of interest that specifically addresses required and prefered qualifications in the position description.
A scholarly writing sample (e.g. journal article, book chapter or conference paper, published or under review)
Contact information (names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses) for three professional references who may be contacted and can speak to the qualifications for this position.
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