Visiting Assistant Professor in Sports and Recreation Management

Join Our Team! Faculty Position in Sports & Recreation Management at Franklin Pierce.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of students and contributing to academic excellence? Do you have expertise and experience in sports management?

Franklin Pierce University (FPU) is situated on a beautiful campus in Rindge, New Hampshire between Nashua and Keene. We invite applications for a dynamic faculty position in Sports and Recreation Management within the School of Business.

Position Summary

We are seeking candidates for a full‑time, one‑year contract Visiting Assistant Professor position. Candidates will demonstrate their commitment to excellence in teaching, community service, and academic contributions and who would enrich the growth and success of the Sports & Recreation Management program. Non‑teaching assignments include curricula and instructional development, academic advising, office hours, and assisting students with course registration.

With mutual agreement, this visiting professor position will be renewed for a second year. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your vision to become part of a vibrant academic community committed to teaching, fostering innovation, and preparing students for careers.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach selected in‑person undergraduate sports and recreation management courses:
  • Principles of Sports and Rec Management
  • Programming of Sports and Rec Management
  • Sports and Recreation Marketing
  • Inclusive Sports and Recreation
  • Sports and Rec Facilities Management
  • Fitness Management
  • Trends and Issues in Sports and Recreation
• Provide high‑quality advising and mentoring to students
• Engage in ongoing program assessment
• Supervise internships and independent studies, when appropriate
• Foster a collaborative academic environment by contributing to cross‑disciplinary efforts and promoting innovation in teaching methods
• Make recommendations about curriculum enhancements
• Maintain a continuous program of applied research, consulting initiatives, and professional development, as appropriate.
• Participate in service activities within the department, university, and the sports management profession.

We prioritize candidates who demonstrate a track record of strengthening student experience through excellence in classroom teaching, creativity in course design and delivery, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Strong candidates should also show a willingness to collaborate across disciplines and engage with diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or comparable degree with a focus in Sports Management or a related business field from an accredited institution is required, with doctoral degree or ABD preferred.
• Preferred candidates should have teaching experience in areas such as sports management, sports marketing, data analytics, or general management/operations. Practitioner work experience in these areas is highly desirable.
• A strong commitment to high‑quality teaching is essential, with a demonstrated ability to engage students effectively across multiple teaching modalities.
• Active involvement in professional engagement, applied research, and service is encouraged and expected in this role.
• The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for providing high‑quality, student‑centered advising and mentoring to support student success.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Access to medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, ensuring comprehensive health care.
• Life Insurance: Secure the future for yourself and your family with employer‑paid Life Insurance coverage at 2x your salary.
• Disability Coverage: We cover both short‑term and long‑term disability, providing financial protection in unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Planning: Contribute to your retirement with our 403(b) plan, with immediate 100% vesting. FPU also makes contributions to support your long‑term financial goals upon one year of employment or if qualified with prior higher education employment.
• Educational Benefits: Invest in your development with our tuition benefits, allowing you and your qualifying family members to pursue undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Additional Perks: Enjoy various perks, including pet insurance, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, travel discounts, local business discounts, and more!
• Paid parental leave, the option for on‑campus housing in your initial year, and potential for relocation assistance.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Franklin Pierce University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Diversifying the student body, faculty, and administration is congruent with our mission. We value diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, national origin, neurodiversity, race, and religion. Franklin Pierce University is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability employer.