Assistant Professor of Practice in Sports Management
University of New Haven-Riyadh
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Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
You will:
- Teach: Inspire and mentor undergraduate students in the Esport and Digital Game Management Program, incorporating the latest advancements and real-world applications. Courses to be taught may include one or more of the following:
- Undergraduate: Introduction to Digital Game Management, Introduction to Esport Management, Global Esport & Digital Gaming Landscape, Governance and Regulatory Practice in Digital Gaming and Esport, Financial and Revenue Strategies in Digital Gaming and Esport, Esport Management Operations, and Digital Game and Esport Management Capstone.
- Academic Assessment: Collect learning assessment data as needed.
- Research: Conduct cutting-edge research that advances the field of Sport Management or Esport Management.
- Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development of innovative curricula.
- Mentorship: Guide and advise students, fostering their professional development and preparing them for successful careers.
- Service: Engage in service activities that contribute to the department, college, and university.
- Student Engagement: Support and engage in student focused activities to enhance the vibrant student population at the UNH-Riyadh campus.
Desired Candidate Profile
You Need:
- Ph.D. in Sport Management or Sport Administration
- MBA or master s degree in a business discipline with significant business experience will be considered.
- Teaching Excellence: Demonstrated excellence in teaching, with a passion for student learning and mentorship.
- Research Potential: A strong research record or the potential to conduct high-quality intellectual contributions.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, to effectively engage with students. Bilingual language skills are a plus.
- Business Practice Experience: Business practice experience is well regarded.
Company Industry
- Education
- Training
- Teaching
- Academics
Department / Functional Area
- Teaching
- Education
Keywords
- Assistant Professor Of Practice In Sports Management
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University of New Haven-Riyadh
NHU-Riyadh is the Saudi branch campus of the University of New Haven, a private, nonprofit university founded in 1920 in Connecticut, USA. Launching in Fall 2026, NHU-Riyadh will bring an American university experience to Riyadh through the same accreditation, faculty standards, and career-focused educational approach that define the University of New Haven. The University s academic programs are grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning. The University of New Haven is recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence and is known for experiential, professionally oriented learning. NHU-Riyadh is being established to deliver academically rigorous, industry-aligned education that supports Saudi Arabia s evolving workforce needs. The College of Business and Digital Innovation at NHU-Riyadh invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Practice in Sport Management to teach in the Esport and Digital Game Management program beginning in Fall 2026. This is an opportunity to join a new academic venture and contribute to the development of business education in a dynamic, internationally connected setting. This position includes teaching, service, and research expectations along with the opportunity to develop innovative and relevant business curricula. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills, a commitment to teaching excellence, and a student-centered approach,. All faculty members are expected to contribute to student success through activities such as advising and career mentoring.