Affiliate Faculty in Movement Science
Allendale, MI
Full Time
R102673
****Please note, posting was originally posted on 04/15/2025 and the following was updated****
Summary: The Department of Movement Science at Grand Valley State University (GVSU) invites applicants for a full-time affiliate faculty member (non-tenure line) in the Sport Management program beginning on August 6, 2025. We seek a colleague who is committed to undergraduate teaching excellence and mentoring, is able to teach throughout the curriculum and understands emerging trends in the areas of sport management. Individuals from all backgrounds, including from underrepresented groups, are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and community members with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.
Responsibilities - Essential Functions:
• 12-15 credit workload per semester in Sport Management
• Provide mentorship and support professional development opportunities for Sport Management students
• Provide vision and expertise in sport management program development
• Develop and maintain communication with community partners and expand local and regional connections and field experience sites
• Serve as advisor to the Sport Management Club
Required Qualifications and Education:
• A master's degree in Sport Management or a closely related field
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a willingness to adapt teaching to the rapidly changing sport management landscape
• Evidence of a commitment to using inclusive teaching practices to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy.
• Ability to teach a broad array of courses in Sport Management.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience supervising student interns and supporting students in professional development activities
• Minimum of 2 years of undergraduate teaching experience, mentoring, and/or advising in Sport Management or related area
• Ability to teach content courses in technology, new media, and/or revenue generation.
• Experience as a sport practitioner
• Evidence of a commitment to quality mentoring
• Experience in promoting Sport Management curriculum to current and prospective students
• Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and develop community partnerships
Minimum Starting Salary: $50,000; commensurate with experience.
Benefits: The university offers an http://www.gvsu.edu/hro/benefits/affiliate-faculty-benefits-468.htm that includes health/vision/dental plans, life insurance, retirement, sick/leave disability, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus fitness facilities, effective on day of hire. Family and childcare options on and off-campus are also available.
How To Apply: Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu. To be considered for the position, applicants must upload the following to the online application: (1) a cover letter describing your motivation to teach at GVSU and qualifications for the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a teaching philosophy (please highlight your experience with student-centered teaching/learning techniques, and (4) a syllabus sample.
The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically. Include contact information for three references in your curriculum vitae. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Jon Coles, search committee chair, at mailto:[email protected].
Application Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin on May 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
Allendale, Michigan 49401 - (616) 331-5000
For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at http://www.gvsu.edu
Grand Valley State University is an EOE which includes protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. See http://www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
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