The David and Nicole Tepper Department of Sport and Entertainment Management at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor of College Sport Business in one of the nation’s premier programs.
The successful candidate will develop a nationally recognized program of research focused on the forces shaping the evolving landscape of U.S. college sport. Areas of interest may include, but are not limited to, the business and economic models of college athletics; revenue generation and distribution; athlete compensation and revenue sharing; conference and institutional strategy; governance and organizational structure; the relationship between athletics and the mission and business model of higher education; legal and policy developments affecting college sport; and the long-term financial and organizational sustainability of intercollegiate athletics. The successful candidate will also have opportunities to contribute to the College Sport Research Institute (CSRI) and its mission of advancing interdisciplinary research, fostering collaboration among college-sport scholars, and disseminating research to academics, practitioners, policymakers, and the broader public.
As a 9-month faculty member on the Columbia, South Carolina, campus, the successful candidate will develop and sustain a program of excellence in research, teach courses in Sport and Entertainment Management, pursue external funding opportunities related to research agenda, provide mentoring and guidance to students in the major, collaborate with other departmental faculty in the general mission of the unit; and serve on Department, College, or University committees as needed. The successful candidate will join a collaborative faculty committed to shaping the future of sport, entertainment, and venue management through excellence in teaching, research, service to the discipline, and industry engagement.
The University of South Carolina’s David and Nicole Tepper Department of Sport and Entertainment Management is a leader in the field, offering B.S., MSEM, and Ph.D. programs that prepare students for successful careers in sport, entertainment, and venue management. As the largest and first program of its kind, the department recognized for our innovative approach to education, cutting-edge research, and industry-leading faculty. The innovative curriculum and strong industry partnerships create unparalleled opportunities for both faculty and students.
If you are passionate about shaping the future generation of industry leaders in Sport and Entertainment Management and thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
Required Education and Experience:
- Earned doctorate in Sport Management, Entertainment Management, or related-field discipline by the start date of the employment (ABDs considered).
- Primary teaching and research interests in Sport and Entertainment in one or more of the following high-demand areas: the business of U.S. college sport, athlete branding and NIL, college sport governance. Other areas of interest include finance, analytics, marketing and sponsorship, sales, event operations, law and governance, leadership, and venue management.
- An active research agenda with a demonstrated ability to generate impactful, peer-reviewed research in premier outlets.
- Strong evidence of (or potential to attract) external funding and a demonstrated ability to deliver high quality classroom instruction.
Initial review of applicants will commence October 12, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. The appointment start date will be August 16, 2027.
The required application documents for consideration include:
- a letter of intent describing how the candidate’s professional/academic experiences and research profile match the position
- a current curriculum vitae/resume.
- a list of three professional references and contact information
Final-round candidates must submit three recommendation letters on official letterhead with physical signatures (no typed names) and an official transcript from an accredited degree-granting institution. Letters should be sent directly to the search committee chair via the previously mentioned email. Degrees earned outside the U.S. must be evaluated by a USC-approved credential evaluator.
Questions may be directed to the search committee chairperson, Dr. Mark Nagel (email: NAGEL@sc.edu).
Please visit https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/212802 to apply.
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