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Assistant Professor of Sport Management
Posting Number: FAC00212PO25
Advertised Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Tenure Information: Tenure-Track/Tenured
About University of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Advertised Job Summary:
Assistant Professor of Sport Management
University of South Carolina Upstate
FAC00212PO25
Spartanburg, SC
Faculty position to teach on the Spartanburg and/or Greenville campus.
We seek an experienced and visionary educator with expertise in the field of sports management. The successful candidate will teach sports management classes and will play a key role in designing and implementing curriculum, inspiring students to excel in their future careers, and engaging with the thriving professional sports community in the Upstate region.
Responsibilities:
The University of South Carolina Upstate is a comprehensive public university and a senior institution of the University of South Carolina. U.S. News and World Report ranks USC Upstate among its Top Public Regional Colleges and No. 2 in South Carolina. Located between Charlotte and Atlanta along the I-85 corridor, one of the fastest growing business and high-tech regions in the country, the campus is within easy driving distance of the Appalachian mountains and the Atlantic Ocean beaches. The University has an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students and employs approximately 650 full and part-time faculty and staff, reflecting the diversity of Upstate South Carolina. In addition, students and faculty from over 25 nations reflect the university's international character. USC Upstate is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to
attract an equally diverse applicant pool for faculty, staff, and administrators. We are an EOE/AA employer and are strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.
USC Upstate is seeking teacher-scholars who (i) have a commitment to excellence in teaching and working with a diverse student population and (ii) show clear potential for scholarly research and publication. USC Upstate is committed to building a faculty with expertise in student and civic engagement and active learning pedagogies, (e.g. service-learning, mentoring undergraduate research, and the scholarship of teaching, learning and application) and with teaching online or hybrid courses. USC Upstate provides extensive support for junior faculty including competitive professional-development funding, opportunities for student-faculty research collaboration, and a range of workshops and mentoring programs to develop our strengths as teacher-scholars.
The College of Education, Human Performance, and Health (CoEHPH) at the University of South Carolina Upstate is transforming the upstate region of South Carolina, training exceptional teachers, human services and exercise science professionals. Our programs focus on developing skills and abilities among our students to ensure Upstate graduates positively impact the health and educational outcomes of individuals and our community. As part of our mission as a regional public institution, we seek colleagues whose public scholarship targets meaningful community engagement and whose research and teaching includes partnerships with public and private sectors aimed at the public good through teaching, research and service. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and community stakeholders on initiatives targeting education across our region, as well as health indicators and initiatives. Candidates should share our commitment to creating educational experiences that are deeply meaningful. With enrollments approaching one thousand students, a new M.Ed. program in Applied Learning and Instruction, and a new M.S. in Exercise Science, the College of Education, Human Performance and Health is focused on engaged, experiential learning in partnership with dedicated faculty in small class settings. Our emphasis on student and regional needs creates an innovative organization that actively pursues student success and retention, inclusion, diversity and community involvement. CoEHPH is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP). We seek colleagues for whom student success, diversity and inclusion are also a priority. For more information, visit https://www.uscupstate.edu/coehph.
Required Education and Experience:
The successful candidate will possess an earned Ph.D. In Sport Management or a related field such as an Ed.D. In Sports Administration, DBA with a Focus on Sport Management or Strategy, Ph.D. In Kinesiology with an Emphasis in Sport Management, or a Ph.D., in Sport and Exercise Science Sport Administration; ABD candidates with planned completion dates by August 15, 2026, will be considered. A minimum of three (3) years in a related career. A demonstrated interest in teaching at the undergraduate level and have an active research agenda or strong potential for scholarly contributions in sport management. A successful background check is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant:
To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the online application and attach any materials that are marked as required. Should the applicant be invited to interview, additional materials may be requested by the department. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. If selected, official transcripts will be required before the hire date, as well as the successful completion of a background check. Some positions will also require mandatory drug screenings.
Dr. Tina Herzberg
Education Department
University of South Carolina Upstate
800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Email: [email protected]
Phone (864) 503-5572
To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196016
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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Job Description
Assistant Professor of Sport Management
Posting Number: FAC00212PO25
Advertised Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Location of Vacancy: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Tenure Information: Tenure-Track/Tenured
About University of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Advertised Job Summary:
Assistant Professor of Sport Management
University of South Carolina Upstate
FAC00212PO25
Spartanburg, SC
Faculty position to teach on the Spartanburg and/or Greenville campus.
We seek an experienced and visionary educator with expertise in the field of sports management. The successful candidate will teach sports management classes and will play a key role in designing and implementing curriculum, inspiring students to excel in their future careers, and engaging with the thriving professional sports community in the Upstate region.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, design, and teach undergraduate courses in sport management (including but not limited to sport marketing, finance, law, and operations).
- Guide students in academic and professional development, fostering success in future sport-related careers.
- Lead and participate in research initiatives, advancing the field of sports management.
- Collaborate with colleagues to build and strengthen the new Sports Management major.
- Engage with local, regional, and national sports organizations to build partnerships and experiential learning opportunities.
- Contribute to service activities within the department, university, and community.
The University of South Carolina Upstate is a comprehensive public university and a senior institution of the University of South Carolina. U.S. News and World Report ranks USC Upstate among its Top Public Regional Colleges and No. 2 in South Carolina. Located between Charlotte and Atlanta along the I-85 corridor, one of the fastest growing business and high-tech regions in the country, the campus is within easy driving distance of the Appalachian mountains and the Atlantic Ocean beaches. The University has an enrollment of approximately 5,000 students and employs approximately 650 full and part-time faculty and staff, reflecting the diversity of Upstate South Carolina. In addition, students and faculty from over 25 nations reflect the university's international character. USC Upstate is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to
attract an equally diverse applicant pool for faculty, staff, and administrators. We are an EOE/AA employer and are strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.
USC Upstate is seeking teacher-scholars who (i) have a commitment to excellence in teaching and working with a diverse student population and (ii) show clear potential for scholarly research and publication. USC Upstate is committed to building a faculty with expertise in student and civic engagement and active learning pedagogies, (e.g. service-learning, mentoring undergraduate research, and the scholarship of teaching, learning and application) and with teaching online or hybrid courses. USC Upstate provides extensive support for junior faculty including competitive professional-development funding, opportunities for student-faculty research collaboration, and a range of workshops and mentoring programs to develop our strengths as teacher-scholars.
The College of Education, Human Performance, and Health (CoEHPH) at the University of South Carolina Upstate is transforming the upstate region of South Carolina, training exceptional teachers, human services and exercise science professionals. Our programs focus on developing skills and abilities among our students to ensure Upstate graduates positively impact the health and educational outcomes of individuals and our community. As part of our mission as a regional public institution, we seek colleagues whose public scholarship targets meaningful community engagement and whose research and teaching includes partnerships with public and private sectors aimed at the public good through teaching, research and service. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and community stakeholders on initiatives targeting education across our region, as well as health indicators and initiatives. Candidates should share our commitment to creating educational experiences that are deeply meaningful. With enrollments approaching one thousand students, a new M.Ed. program in Applied Learning and Instruction, and a new M.S. in Exercise Science, the College of Education, Human Performance and Health is focused on engaged, experiential learning in partnership with dedicated faculty in small class settings. Our emphasis on student and regional needs creates an innovative organization that actively pursues student success and retention, inclusion, diversity and community involvement. CoEHPH is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP). We seek colleagues for whom student success, diversity and inclusion are also a priority. For more information, visit https://www.uscupstate.edu/coehph.
Required Education and Experience:
The successful candidate will possess an earned Ph.D. In Sport Management or a related field such as an Ed.D. In Sports Administration, DBA with a Focus on Sport Management or Strategy, Ph.D. In Kinesiology with an Emphasis in Sport Management, or a Ph.D., in Sport and Exercise Science Sport Administration; ABD candidates with planned completion dates by August 15, 2026, will be considered. A minimum of three (3) years in a related career. A demonstrated interest in teaching at the undergraduate level and have an active research agenda or strong potential for scholarly contributions in sport management. A successful background check is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Sport Management
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness and a student-centered approach.
- Ability to develop innovative curriculum and experiential learning opportunities.
- Strong professional connections in the sport industry are highly desirable.
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant:
To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the online application and attach any materials that are marked as required. Should the applicant be invited to interview, additional materials may be requested by the department. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. If selected, official transcripts will be required before the hire date, as well as the successful completion of a background check. Some positions will also require mandatory drug screenings.
Dr. Tina Herzberg
Education Department
University of South Carolina Upstate
800 University Way
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Email: [email protected]
Phone (864) 503-5572
To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196016
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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