Asst/Assoc Professor, Sport Management - Department of Recreation, Sport, & Tourism

Asst/Assoc Professor, Sport Management - Department of Recreation, Sport, & Tourism

Location: Urbana, IL, US · Posted: 10/5/2026 · Closes: 11/3/2026 · Reference: 18068

Job Summary The Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism (RST) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a nine-month (paid over 12 months), tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Sport Management. We seek candidates with a strong, well-defined research agenda in sport management who have the ability to teach sport management courses and other courses in the RST core. This position builds on the Department's interdisciplinary strengths in community and organizational development; health and well-being; sustainable change; and inclusivity and accessibility. The start date for this position will be August 16, 2027. Responsibilities Conducting research in aspects of sport management (broadly defined). Building collaborative research partnerships with colleagues within the department, college, and various disciplines across campus. Advising and directing student research, including theses and dissertations. Instructing undergraduate and graduate courses. Contributing to the department’s curriculum. Seeking and securing external funding for research. Serving on department, college, and university committees. Engaging in professional and public service activities.