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LECTURER
Job no: 540427
Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Allied Health
Department:26040100 - HH-SPM ADMIN-INSTRUCTION
Classification Title:
Lecturer
Classification Minimum Requirements:
A doctorate in sport management or a related discipline is required by the start date. Candidates should be passionate about student learning and have experience in developing new courses, teaching in face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online formats, as well as integrating experiential learning into the curriculum. We welcome applications from candidates with expertise in core areas of the sport management curriculum, such as marketing, finance, sociology, and law, along with experience supervising internships and capstone projects. Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience in sport management related areas including sport business finance and revenue, introduction to sport management, sport operations and facility management, legal issues in sport, sport ethics, sport data analytics and advanced career preparation.
Job Description:
We are seeking candidates with a strong record of teaching excellence, demonstrated through impactful learning experiences, student engagement, and pedagogical innovation. The ideal candidate will integrate new methods, technologies, and experiential opportunities that prepare students for the evolving sport industry. Candidates should have proven experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate students, and a demonstrated commitment to service at the department, college, and professional levels. We value educators who can adapt to varied learning environments, foster critical thinking, and create student-centered classrooms that strengthen our programs.
The Department of Sport Management
The Department of Sport Management is committed to excellence and impact through (a) innovative, socially impactful research; (b) the preparation and training of future industry and academic professionals; (c) engaging with the community, and (d) being stewards of the future. The department comprises eight instructional and eight tenured or tenure-track faculty members, who are supported by award-winning advisory and administrative staff. Across residential and online programs, SPM reaches nearly 900 students (Approximately 550 undergraduates, 320 master's students, and 15 doctoral students). The Sport Management online program was one of the first in the country and is a thriving part of the department. Our website (https://hhp.ufl.edu/about/departments/spm/) expands upon our research and teaching activities.
The University of Florida
The University of Florida is a top-ranked public university in the United States[1] and is Florida's oldest and largest land grant university. UF is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, an organization comprising the top public and private institutions in North America. With an annual enrollment of approximately 61,000 students, UF is home to 16 colleges and more than 200 research, service, and educational centers, bureaus, and institutes. There is a vibrant research culture, with over $1 billion in research expenditures during the last fiscal year. Gainesville has approximately 150,000 residents and 350,000 in the metropolitan area. It is centrally located near Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa, and within a two-hour drive of three international airports. It boasts abundant wildlife, mature forests, prairies, lakes, and numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, with moderate temperatures prevailing almost year-round. The Alachua County School District is an exemplary school system, boasting many public schools that are highly ranked in the state and nation.
[1] https://www.wsj.com/us-news/education/best-colleges-2025-value-8f2a0ba3
Expected Salary:
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
A doctorate in sport management or a related discipline is required by the start date.
Preferred:
Candidates should be passionate about student learning and have experience in developing new courses, teaching in face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online formats, as well as integrating experiential learning into the curriculum. We welcome applications from candidates with expertise in core areas of the sport management curriculum, such as marketing, finance, sociology, and law, along with experience supervising internships and capstone projects. Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience in sport management related areas including sport business finance and revenue, introduction to sport management, sport operations and facility management, legal issues in sport, sport ethics, sport data analytics and advanced career preparation.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Interested applicants must apply online at https://jobs.ufl.edu (reference job #540427) and include (a) an application letter summarizing qualifications; (b) a teaching statement and evidence of teaching proficiency; (c) a curriculum vitae; and (d) names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references.
The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately. To receive full consideration, complete applications must be received by July 20, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. Send inquiries and nominations to Dr. Scott Nestler, Search Committee Chair, nestler.scott@ufl.edu. This is a 9-month, non-tenure-track, on-campus limited term appointment scheduled to begin by September 1st.
This position is open until filled.
The University of Florida is an equal employment employer.
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from educational institutions outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 30 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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