Assistant Professor, Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies, Fall 2027

Description:

The Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville is seeking a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor with a focus in socio-cultural aspects of sport. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in socio-cultural foundations of sport and recreation, sociological aspects of sport, social theories in sport, and related areas of recreation and sport management

- Conduct research leading to publication in referred journals

- Participate in professional, university, and community service

- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students and direct graduate projects, theses, and dissertations

- Pursue external funding and grant writing when appropriate

 About the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies:

The Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies is home to over 50 faculty and staff members. There are two undergraduate majors: (1) Kinesiology and (2) Recreation and Sport Management. The department has more than 2,000 undergraduate majors, along with multiple master's degree programs and a PhD program in Kinesiology and Sport Studies, serving nearly 200 graduate students. Its doctoral program is ranked among the top 20 in the nation by the National Academy of Kinesiology.

About the University of Tennessee, Knoxville:

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the state’s flagship institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. The university is currently experiencing unprecedented growth in enrollment, with more than 41,000 students. The University is also a Carnegie Foundation Research (R1) University with high research activity and has achieved a Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. Forbes Magazine recently ranked UT as one of the best places to work, including a ranking of ninth among public higher education institutions in the United States. The university is committed to excellence in learning, scholarship, and engagement with society. In all its activities, the university aims to advance the frontiers of human knowledge and enrich and elevate society.

About Knoxville:

The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a metro area population of more than 900,000. Located on the Tennessee River, Knoxville is surrounded by several gorgeous lakes and has a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene including internationally recognized festivals, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural and outdoor activities. The university is located within easy driving distance to the Great Smoky Mountains, Asheville, Atlanta, and Nashville.

Qualifications:

We are seeking candidates who will pursue an innovative, rigorous research program; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and provide department, college, and professional service. An earned doctorate in sport studies, sport management, or a related field is required at time of appointment. Candidates should have experience in, or potential for conducting high-impact research, publishing in top peer reviewed journals, and seeking external funding to support their scholarship. They should be passionate and enthusiastic toward student learning and demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence. We are seeking applications from candidates with expertise related to socio-cultural aspects of sport.

Required Qualifications:

- Earned doctorate in sport studies, sport management, or a related field at time of appointment

- Evidence of scholarly achievement/potential in area of expertise

- Scholarly publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills

 Desired Qualifications:

- University teaching experience

- Demonstrated commitment to professional organizations

- Evidence of external funding

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin October 19 and continue until the position is filled.  Individuals interested in applying for this position should submit electronically at https://apply.interfolio.com/192584. Submission materials should include a letter of application, curriculum vita, research statement, teaching statement, and list of three references who can address the applicant’s scholarly and teaching capabilities with complete addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. Questions can be directed to Search Committee Chair:

Dr. Rob Hardin

Professor

Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies

robh@utk.edu

865-974-3340

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university.

Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to eoa@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to investigations@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-0717.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university.

Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to eoa@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to investigations@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-0717.