Assistant/Associate Professor (Kinesiology & Sport Management)

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor (Kinesiology & Sport Management)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

School of Public and Allied Health

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

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This Tenure Track position is responsible for supporting the Sport Management program, including teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and providing academic guidance and mentoring to advisees. In addition, this position will be expected to conduct scholarly activities, including research, and provide service to the department, college, and university, and must have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service. 

The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum Innovation

• Deliver engaging undergraduate and graduate courses in Sport Management related areas using evidence-based and teaching strategies.
• Design and revise curricula to align with current disciplinary standards, accreditation criteria (ACSM, CAAHEP, COSMA), and workforce needs.
• Integrate advanced instructional technologies—such as motion capture systems, wearable fitness devices, and AI-assisted learning tools—to enhance experiential learning.
• Supervise student research projects, internships, and capstone experiences that cultivate applied skills and scientific inquiry.
• Develop new course modules in the field of sport management. 

Research, Scholarship, and Funding

• Establish a focused research agenda specifically in the Area of Sport Management
• Pursue and secure external research funding. 
• Publish regularly in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and contribute to interdisciplinary scholarship in sport management and technology-enhanced education.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research design, data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Present scholarly findings at regional, national, and international conferences to enhance the visibility of the institution and discipline.

Service, Leadership, and Institutional Development

• Serve actively on departmental and university committees contributing to academic policy, student success, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Support and participate in program accreditation processes, including data collection, curriculum mapping, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide mentorship to student organizations promoting physical activity, health literacy, and professional development in kinesiology and sport management.  
• Collaborate with colleagues in interdisciplinary initiatives that strengthen experiential learning opportunities.

Community Engagement and Outreach

• Develop community-based partnerships that foster sport management education among youth and underserved populations.
• Design and implement outreach programs addressing sport management opportunities. 
• Contribute professional expertise to public seminars, youth initiatives, and campaigns that promote evidence-based practices in the field of sport management.
• Serve as a liaison between the university and community organizations to enhance the societal impact of sport management programs.

Professional Growth and Mentorship

• Engage in continuous professional development through advanced training, workshops, and professional memberships. (e.g., NASSM, COSMA , SHAPE America).
• Participate in faculty mentoring programs and contribute to the development of early-career faculty and graduate teaching assistants.
• Remain informed of technological and methodological advances in sport management, biomechanics, and digital health to maintain instructional excellence.

Required Education and Experience:

• Ph.D., Ed.D. or D.S.M. in Sport Management or a closely related field.
• ABD candidates must have completed doctoral degree conferred by start date.
• One to three years of teaching experience in Higher Education.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:  

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Kinesiology or related disciplines.
• Evidence of an emerging or established research agenda in one or more areas of specialization, such as sport science, sport management, e-sport, or related fields.
• Record of scholarly publication in peer-reviewed journals or edited volumes.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and advise students in academic and professional development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary academic environment.
• Commitment to teaching, research, and service consistent with the mission and goals of Prairie View A&M University.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success or strong potential for obtaining external research funding related to sport management projects. 
• Expertise in sport management. 
• Experience integrating emerging technologies (AI tools, virtual simulations, or motion capture systems) into instructional or research activities.
• Evidence of community-based engagement or outreach initiatives.
• Active membership and participation in professional organizations such as the SHAPE America, COSMA or the National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education (NAKHE).
• Experience contributing to program accreditation, curriculum development, and assessment processes.
• Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration in research or academic initiatives.

Job Posting Close Date:  

• Until Filled

Required Attachments: 

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. 

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae 

• Cover Letter 

Application Submission Guidelines:  

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.