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POSITION: Assistant Professor in Kinesiology - Sports Management
DUTIES: East Texas Baptist University invites applications for a full-time career track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Kinesiology. The position begins in August 2026 and will include teaching 24-29 credit hours per year, participation in departmental reviews, contribution to curriculum development, and student advising duties.
QUALIFICATIONS: Teaching experience with the ability to teach across several Kinesiology subdisciplines is preferred. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, the ability to communicate well with students and colleagues, an appreciation for Christian higher education, and demonstrate a personal Christian faith. Practical experience in sport management and/or sport marketing is highly desired. ETBU faculty members are expected to participate in the life of the University via faculty meetings/workshops and by participating in/attending student activities and events.
EDUCATION: Doctorate in Sport Management or a related field in Kinesiology. ABD considered
Christian Commitment:
The Employee must be a professing Christian believer with a demonstrated personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Employee must be a model of Christ-like character, servant leadership, integrity, ethics and biblical/moral truths. Employee must support ETBU's distinct Christ-centered educational mission and share the institutional commitment to the integration of biblical faith and academic learning. Employee shall possess a commitment to Christ-centered, faith-integrated service and devotion to students' intellectual enlightenment, spiritual formation, servant leadership development, and career preparation.
Employee shall be cognizant and committed to the values, traditions, and history of Baptists. Employee agrees that he or she is an active member of a local Baptist church or Christian denominational church, and regularly attends church. Further, as a servant leader and role model for the students of ETBU, employee is required to participate in the life of the University via institutional meetings, Chapel services, prayer emphases, discipleship programming, committee participation, local community ministry/service, and campus activities and events. Employee provides active support of the spiritual, intellectual, and educational ideals, values, activities, and objectives of East Texas Baptist University; and conforms to Christian standards of faith and service.
THE UNIVERSITY:
East Texas Baptist University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an institution affiliated with Texas Baptists (BGCT), ETBU uses the Bible and the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message as well as the Resolution on Sexual Ethics (2009) and the Resolution on Transgender Issues (2015) as the theological framework and basis for institutional mission, governance, and policy. In compliance with federal law, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in employment. Under federal law, East Texas Baptist University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission.
Mission Statement
As a Christ-centered institution, East Texas Baptist University educates students by integrating biblical faith and learning to develop mind, body, and soul through community engagement to prepare graduates to be Christian servant leaders in their calling to God and humanity. Core Commitments of East Texas Baptist University Embracing Faith - Ensure the integration of biblical faith in curricular and co-curricular experiences including service opportunities while embracing our Baptist heritage. Engaging Minds - Equip students through excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship to explore God's truth and providing the knowledge and skills for academic success, degree completion, employment opportunity, and lifelong learning. Empowering Leaders - Develop and deploy Christian servant leaders for their callings to God and to humanity. Enhancing Community - Create an environment conducive to the development of the whole person through relevant facilities, resources, and services which allows a diverse and growing community to utilize their God-given gifts both locally and globally.
Core Commitments of East Texas Baptist University
Embracing Faith - Ensure the integration of biblical faith in curricular and co-curricular experiences including service opportunities while embracing our Baptist heritage.
Engaging Minds - Equip students through excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship to explore God's truth and providing the knowledge and skills for academic success, degree completion, employment opportunity, and lifelong learning.
Empowering Leaders - Develop and deploy Christian servant leaders for their callings to God and to humanity.
Enhancing Community - Create an environment conducive to the development of the whole person through relevant facilities, resources, and services which allows a diverse and growing community to utilize their God-given gifts both locally and globally.
APPLICATIONS:

• Complete the university application using the "Apply" button, and upload the following documents:
• Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal Testimony of Christian Faith
• Statement of Philosophy of Teaching which includes an articulation of a personal approach to the integration of biblical faith and learning through a Christian worldview.
• Official transcripts from all schools attended (Mail to East Texas Baptist University, Academic Affairs, One Tiger Dr., Marshall, TX, 75670 or email to academicaffairs@etbu.edu)
• Contact information (e-mail, mailing address, necessary phone numbers) for at least three professional references.

For additional information contact:
Dr. Joseph D. Brown, Dean
Frank S. Groner School of Professional Studies
jbrown@etbu.edu
903.923.2270
DEADLINES: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will begin as suitable applications are received.