Tenure-Track/Tenured Faculty Position Department of Kinesiology (Sport Management)
Appointment Status: Tenure Track
Department: IU Bloomington Kinesiology
Location: Bloomington
Position Summary
The Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington (SPH-B) invites applications for a tenure-track/tenured faculty position in the Department of Kinesiology to serve within the sport management faculty group. Applicants at the associate or full professor rank are a priority, although all ranks are welcome to apply. We seek individuals passionate about our mission to promote sport, as a salient component of our social fabric, culture, and well-being, for all members of society through excellence in research, impactful teaching and mentoring, and meaningful service to the university, profession, and the community. This 10-month appointment would ideally start August 1, 2025, although an earlier or later start date is negotiable. Applications received by November 15, 2024, will be given full priority consideration, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Overview: A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU) since 1909, Indiana University Bloomington prides itself in offering outstanding academics grounded in contemporary educational offerings, world class research, and a vibrant campus life. The SPH-B, located in the heart of campus, is comprised of over 200 faculty across five departments and is one of the most diverse faculties of any school of public health in the nation, with 39% of current tenure-track/tenured faculty being scholars from traditionally underrepresented minority groups. In 2022 and 2023, Indiana University Bloomington was honored with the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award. Continuing the momentum of hiring over 40 outstanding tenure-track/tenured faculty over the last two years, the SPH-B is launching another wave of faculty recruitment.The Department of Kinesiology recently celebrated its 75th Anniversary and has consistently been highly ranked by the National Academy of Kinesiology. The Kinesiology faculty is a talented, productive, and collegial team, united by a shared interest in creating and translating knowledge in sport management, and human movement science and practice. Our sport management faculty conduct research within the primary areas of sport marketing, management, and communication. With Kinesiology being one of the largest departments at Indiana University Bloomington, our faculty educate, mentor, and serve ~2,900 students enrolled in our BS, MS, and PhD degree programs. The Department of Kinesiology has effective collaborations with other departments in the SPH-B and other units at Indiana University.
About Indiana University Bloomington: Founded in 1820 and considered the flagship, Indiana University Bloomington constantly strives to embody its mission to create, disseminate, preserve, and apply knowledge. It does so through its commitments to cutting-edge research, scholarship, arts, and creative activity; inspired and challenging undergraduate, graduate, professional, and lifelong educational programs; meaningful experiences outside the classroom; expansive global educational opportunities, while fostering a culturally diverse campus environment; first-rate library and museum collections; and far-reaching economic development and impact in the state and region. Indiana University Bloomington is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. With over 47,000 undergraduate and graduate students, the campus has 16 degree-granting colleges and schools offering 200+ undergraduate majors, 100+ Master's degrees, and 150+ doctoral and professional degree opportunities. Known for its Indiana limestone facades and green spaces throughout, Indiana University Bloomington is widely considered one of the country's most beautiful college campuses.Indiana University provides SPH-B faculty outstanding teaching and research support through programs like the Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching (F.A.C.E.T.); extensive research development and research administrative support through the Office of the Vice President for Research; and innovative collaborations with organizations like the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute. SPH-B also has strong connections with the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering, Kelley School of Business, and Art & Design, Public and Environmental Affairs, and the Indiana University Indianapolis Fairbanks School of Public Health, along with Purdue University programs in Pharmacy and Engineering. SPH-B continues its rapid expansion embracing a comprehensive and holistic approach to promoting wellbeing within the research, teaching, and service aspects of our mission. With an emphasis on impactful research and an embracement of the importance of diversity and inclusion across all our academic endeavors - there has never been a more exciting time to join our growing faculty.Nestled in the rolling hills of south-central Indiana, the city of Bloomington offers the feel of a college town with many of the amenities of a large city. From off-Broadway plays and musicals, the LOTUS World Festival of Music, quick access to 250,000 acres of public recreation lands, outstanding public schools and a reasonable cost of living, Bloomington offers much to all.For more information about Kinesiology, SPH-B and Indiana University Bloomington, visit:
Basic Qualifications
Qualifications: Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Kinesiology, sport management, or a closely related field from an accredited educational institution. A firm commitment to the role of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of research, education and service is essential. A successful candidate must demonstrate a record of research and scholarly achievement appropriate for rank. Candidates should have teaching experience, preferably at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Good interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to work cooperatively and congenially within a diverse faculty are essential.
Additional Qualifications
Responsibilities and Opportunity: The Department of Kinesiology at Indiana University invites applicants who are skilled and experienced in the discipline of sport management for our position. Responsibilities include contributing to the overall academic excellence of our mission by developing and/or maintaining a robust research program; teaching and mentoring students at the undergraduate and/or graduate level as designated by the department chairperson; and actively providing service internally to the department, school, and university and externally to the profession and/or the community. Although all applicants with research expertise related to sport management will be considered, candidates with research expertise in AI and related analytics are especially encouraged to apply. This position is located on the Indiana University Bloomington campus, and successful candidates are expected to work on the Bloomington campus to allow full engagement with the department, school, campus, and community. Indiana University Bloomington bases its tenure and promotion recommendations upon performance in three areas including research, teaching, and service. All individuals hired through this initiative are expected to excel in research and provide strong performance in teaching and service.
Special Instructions
Application Procedure: Please provide a 1) curriculum vitae and 2) cover letter (no longer than 5 pages in length) summarizing your qualifications and interest in the position, including a research statement and overview of research experience, and a statement of teaching interest and experience particularly at the graduate level. If selected as a finalist, we will additionally request, at a minimum a) three references for the Assistant Professor rank and b) six references for Associate or Full Professor ranks. References will be contacted if you are selected for a finalist interview and/or job offer. Interested candidates should submit applications at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/26251.
Before a conditional offer of employment is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate's eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously.
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
Department Contact for Questions:
Questions about the People: Admin application procedure may be directed to Dave Archer at dwarcher@iu.edu or via postal mail at Department of Kinesiology Search & Screen Committee, School Public Health-Bloomington, Indiana University, 1025 East 7th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405-4801. Questions regarding the position may be directed to: Antonio Williams, Director of Sport Management, aw22@iu.edu; Ellen Evans, Department Chair, evanselm@iu.edu; Lisa Koontz, Director of Faculty Operations, lmkoontz@iu.edu; or NiCole Keith, Executive Associate Dean, nkeith@iu.edu.
Salary and Rank: Commensurate with Experience
For Best Consideration Date: 11/15/2024
Expected Start Date: 08/01/2025
Posting/OAA #: IU-101072-2024
To apply, visit https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/26325
