Teaching Assistant Professor (Sport Administration) at InsideHigherEd

Exercise and Sport Science - 318600

10/08/2025

11/07/2025

No

Permanent Faculty

Teaching Assistant Professor (Sport Administration)

Fixed Term Faculty

FAC0005688

Full-Time Permanent

40

1

North Carolina, US

Commensurate with experience

07/01/2026

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The Department of Exercise and Sport Science (exss.unc.edu) supports an undergraduate program of over 1,300 undergraduate majors with three specialization areas (Exercise and Sport Science, Fitness Professional, Sport Administration) and nearly 300 minors; a Master of Arts graduate program enrolling ~60 students also with three specializations (Exercise Physiology, Sport Administration, and Kinesiology); and a doctoral program in Human Movement Science in partnership with the UNC-CH School of Medicine (hmsc.unc.edu). The mission of the Department of Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) is to discover, create and promote knowledge of human movement to improve the quality of life of individuals and society. The mission of EXSS is further enhanced through interdisciplinary cooperation and departmental faculty securing competitive extramural funding in the form of contracts and grants. These endeavors enable the department to advance knowledge and thus serve the state and nation.

The teaching, research, and service efforts of the EXSS Department are supported by an outstanding faculty and staff, which currently includes: 37 full-time faculty, 9 part-time (fixed term) faculty, 20 joint appointment / adjunct faculty, 10 emeritus faculty, 36 full-time EXSS staff members, and 18 full-time Campus Recreation staff members.

Responsibilities:

• Teach students from diverse life experiences and learning styles in three (3) undergraduate classes per semester. Preference given to candidates who are passionate about sport economics/finance and have the versatility to teach classes in at least two (2) additional content areas (e.g., general sport administration, professional development, sport law, facility and event management).
• Help foster a climate for student success consistent with the mission of the Department and University; supervise independent study, independent research, Honors thesis, and student organization(s) based on interest and availability.
• Participate in Departmental and University service and governance functions.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Chair of the Department.

Qualifications:

• An earned master’s degree (MS, MBA, etc.) with emphasis in Sport Administration/Management is required. An earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, JD, etc.) is preferred. All doctoral degree requirements must be completed by the position start date.
• Demonstrated record of teaching at the collegiate level is required
• Demonstrated record of, or potential commitment to, student professional development and learning success (e.g., student mentorship, student-focused professional development) is required.

• Experience teaching undergraduate sport economics/finance is preferred.
• Experience working and/or relationships within the sport industry is preferred.

Not Applicable.

Candidates should upload 1) a letter of application, 2) a teaching statement highlighting the candidate’s teaching philosophy and experience using high impact teaching strategies in the collegiate setting, 3) a curriculum vitae, and 4) contact information for three professional references.

For additional information regarding this position, please contact Tony Patterson, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected].

Deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.