What are the responsibilities and job description for the AST/ASO/FULL PROF position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job No: 537129
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Grant or Research Administration
Department: 26040100 - HH-SPM ADMIN-INSTRUCTION
Job Description
Classification Title:
AST/ASO/FULL PROF
Classification Minimum Requirements:
An earned doctorate in sport management or related discipline is required
Job Description:
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 management or related discipline is required. Candidates should have experience in conducting high-impact research, publishing in top sport management 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 in any area related to sport for development, management/leadership, or sport sociology. Preference will be given to applicants who have a demonstrated ability to publish in high-impact journals and successfully pursue external funding to support their scholarship.
The Department of Sport Management is committed to excellence and impact through (a) innovative, socially impactful research; (b) the preparation and training of future industry and academic professionals; (c) engaging with the community, and (d) being stewards of the future. The department includes 8 instructional and 8 tenured or tenure-track faculty, who are supported by award winning advisory and administrative staff. Across residential and online programs, SPM reaches more than 900 students (About 550 undergraduate majors, 316 master's students, and 16 PhD students). The Sport Management online program was one of the first in the country and is a thriving part of the department. Our website (https://hhp.ufl.edu/about/departments/spm/) expands upon our research and teaching activities.
The University of Florida is a top ranked Public Universities in the United States[1] and is Florida's oldest and largest land grant university. UF is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, an organization comprising the top public and private institutions in North America. With an enrollment of 61,000 students annually, UF is home to 16 colleges and more than 200 research, service and education centers, bureaus, and institutes. There is a vibrant culture of research, with over $1 billion in research expenditures last fiscal year. The UF campus is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 141,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 85 miles from the Georgia border, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. It has abundant wildlife, mature forests, prairies, lakes, and opportunities for many outdoor activities, with moderate temperatures almost all year round. Alachua County School Schools is an excellent school system, with many public schools ranked highly in the state and nation.
[1] https://www.wsj.com/us-news/education/best-colleges-2025-value-8f2a0ba3
Expected Salary:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
An earned doctorate in sport management or related discipline is required
Preferred:
Candidates should have experience in conducting high-impact research, publishing in top sport management 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 in any area related to sport for development, management/leadership, or sport sociology. Preference will be given to applicants who have a demonstrated ability to publish in high-impact journals and successfully pursue external funding to support their scholarship.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Interested applicants must apply online at https://jobs.ufl.edu (reference job #537129) and include (a) an application letter summarizing qualifications; (b) a research statement and evidence of research proficiency; (c) a teaching statement and evidence of teaching proficiency; (d) a curriculum vitae; and (e) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references.
The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately. To receive full consideration, complete applications must be received by October 24, 2025. Send inquiries and nominations to Dr. Dan Connaughton, Search Committee Chair, danc@hhp.ufl.edu. This is a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position that begins August 15, 2026.
University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.
Selected candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluations Services (NACES) which can be found at http://www.ncas.org.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537129
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Grant or Research Administration
Department: 26040100 - HH-SPM ADMIN-INSTRUCTION
Job Description
Classification Title:
AST/ASO/FULL PROF
Classification Minimum Requirements:
An earned doctorate in sport management or related discipline is required
Job Description:
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 management or related discipline is required. Candidates should have experience in conducting high-impact research, publishing in top sport management 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 in any area related to sport for development, management/leadership, or sport sociology. Preference will be given to applicants who have a demonstrated ability to publish in high-impact journals and successfully pursue external funding to support their scholarship.
The Department of Sport Management is committed to excellence and impact through (a) innovative, socially impactful research; (b) the preparation and training of future industry and academic professionals; (c) engaging with the community, and (d) being stewards of the future. The department includes 8 instructional and 8 tenured or tenure-track faculty, who are supported by award winning advisory and administrative staff. Across residential and online programs, SPM reaches more than 900 students (About 550 undergraduate majors, 316 master's students, and 16 PhD students). The Sport Management online program was one of the first in the country and is a thriving part of the department. Our website (https://hhp.ufl.edu/about/departments/spm/) expands upon our research and teaching activities.
The University of Florida is a top ranked Public Universities in the United States[1] and is Florida's oldest and largest land grant university. UF is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, an organization comprising the top public and private institutions in North America. With an enrollment of 61,000 students annually, UF is home to 16 colleges and more than 200 research, service and education centers, bureaus, and institutes. There is a vibrant culture of research, with over $1 billion in research expenditures last fiscal year. The UF campus is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 141,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 85 miles from the Georgia border, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. It has abundant wildlife, mature forests, prairies, lakes, and opportunities for many outdoor activities, with moderate temperatures almost all year round. Alachua County School Schools is an excellent school system, with many public schools ranked highly in the state and nation.
[1] https://www.wsj.com/us-news/education/best-colleges-2025-value-8f2a0ba3
Expected Salary:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
An earned doctorate in sport management or related discipline is required
Preferred:
Candidates should have experience in conducting high-impact research, publishing in top sport management 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 in any area related to sport for development, management/leadership, or sport sociology. Preference will be given to applicants who have a demonstrated ability to publish in high-impact journals and successfully pursue external funding to support their scholarship.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Interested applicants must apply online at https://jobs.ufl.edu (reference job #537129) and include (a) an application letter summarizing qualifications; (b) a research statement and evidence of research proficiency; (c) a teaching statement and evidence of teaching proficiency; (d) a curriculum vitae; and (e) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references.
The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately. To receive full consideration, complete applications must be received by October 24, 2025. Send inquiries and nominations to Dr. Dan Connaughton, Search Committee Chair, danc@hhp.ufl.edu. This is a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position that begins August 15, 2026.
University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.
Selected candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluations Services (NACES) which can be found at http://www.ncas.org.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537129
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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