Assistant Professor

Special Instructions

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:

1. a letter of intent describing how the candidate’s professional/academic experiences and research profile match the position
2. a current curriculum vitae/resume.
3. 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. Nick Watanabe (email: NMWATANA@mailbox.sc.edu).

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Benefits for FTE Positions

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

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 faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in one of the nation’s premier programs.

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, we are recognized for our innovative approach to education, cutting-edge research, and industry-leading faculty. Our 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 with us.

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: finance, analytics, management, organizational behavior, marketing, sales, and venue management, an active research agenda with a demonstrated ability to generate impactful, peer-reviewed research in premier outlets.
• 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, a demonstrated ability to deliver high quality classroom instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to Applicant

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:

1. a letter of intent describing how the candidate’s professional/academic experiences and research profile match the position
2. a current curriculum vitae/resume.
3. 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. Nick Watanabe (email: NMWATANA@mailbox.sc.edu).

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/212776

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. List of References and Contact Information