Faculty – Sports Sciences

We seek outstanding scholars and practitioners to join the Faculty of Sports Sciences & Management. Faculty members will contribute to teaching, research, and industry engagement across our multidisciplinary B.Sc. program that integrates Sports Management, Human Performance, Sports Technology & Applied Neuroscience, Sports Psychology, and Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Faculty are expected to deliver world-class teaching, advance research agendas, mentor students, and build collaborations with industry and global academic networks.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching & Curriculum Delivery

• Deliver core and specialization courses aligned with program curriculum (see sample below).
• Develop innovative teaching methodologies, including case-based, lab-based, and experiential learning.
• Supervise student projects, internships, and capstones.
• Contribute to curriculum design, accreditation processes, and continuous improvement.

Research & Knowledge Creation

• Conduct and publish high-impact research in relevant domains.
• Secure external research grants and industry-funded projects.
• Establish thematic labs/centers in areas such as performance analytics, neuroscience, esports, or rehabilitation.
• Mentor undergraduate research projects, leading to publications/presentations.

Industry & Global Engagement

• Partner with sports leagues, academies, governing bodies, and startups for student internships, live projects, and applied research.
• Engage in executive education, consulting, and innovation-driven initiatives.
• Build collaborations with international universities for joint teaching, research, and immersion programs.

Institutional Contribution

• Participate in faculty committees, academic governance, and program development.
• Support admissions, student mentoring, outreach, and brand building.
• Contribute to the vision of positioning the faculty as a global leader in Sports Sciences & Management.

Teaching Areas / Modules Needed

Faculty members will be recruited into specialization tracks. Example teaching areas include (but not limited to):

1. Sports Management & Analytics

• Sports Business & Revenue Models
• Sponsorship & Fan Engagement
• Esports Ecosystems
• Sports Finance & Economics
• Data Analytics & Visualization in Sports

2. Human Performance & Biomechanics

• Anatomy & Physiology of Sport
• Biomechanics & Motion Capture
• Strength & Conditioning
• Nutrition & Recovery Science
• Applied Neuroscience in Performance

3. Sports Technology & Applied Neuroscience

• Wearables, Sensors & Performance Analytics
• AI/VR/AR Applications in Sport
• Neuro-Training & Cognitive Enhancement
• Sport Tech Startups & Innovation

4. Sports Psychology & Mental Conditioning

• Exercise Psychology & Cognitive Psychology
• Applied Sport Psychology
• Counseling & Resilience Training
• Mental Conditioning & Athlete Wellbeing

5. Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation

• Sports Injuries & Prevention
• Clinical Exercise Science
• Rehabilitation Practices
• Recovery Technology & Practice

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• PhD (or equivalent terminal degree) in Sports Sciences, Management, Psychology, Medicine, Neuroscience, Biomechanics, Data Analytics, or related fields.
• Evidence of high-quality teaching experience in relevant modules.
• Strong record of research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to integrate technology, experiential learning, and industry practices into teaching.

Desirable:

• International academic exposure and collaborations.
• Industry experience (sports federations, professional clubs, wellness, esports, sports tech startups).
• Research grants, patents, or applied projects.
• Professional certifications (coaching, performance science, psychology, rehab).