Assistant Professor of Sports Management (Tenure-Track)

Assistant Professor of Sports Management (Tenure-Track)The Thiel College Department of Business Administration and Accounting invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sports Management beginning August 2026.About the PositionWe seek an entrepreneurial faculty member to develop and lead our Sports Management program with emphasis on experiential learning, community partnerships, and career preparation. The ideal candidate will design distinctive learning experiences that connect students with regional sports organizations, build internship pathways, and serve as a dynamic advisor and mentor.QualificationsRequired:* Terminal degree (MBA or doctorate) in Sports Management, Business Administration, or closely related field* Demonstrated commitment to student success in an inclusive learning environmentPreferred:Practical work experience in sports management or related industryExperience developing community partnerships and experiential learning opportunitiesRecord of successful student advising and mentoringResponsibilitiesTeach sports management and business coursesDevelop experiential learning opportunities and community partnershipsAdvise students and supervise internshipsContribute to program development and assessmentParticipate in college governance and serviceWhy Thiel?Thiel College is an independent liberal arts college rooted in the Lutheran tradition. Thiel College empowers individuals to reach their full potential by creating a diverse and inclusive learning environment that ensures educational excellence, stimulates global awareness, and promotes ethical leadership. In doing so, Thiel prepares students for careers and lives of meaning and purpose.Thiel College is committed to attracting culturally and professionally diverse faculty and staff who engage our students by providing a rich and fulfilling curricular and co-curricular experience.Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information for three professional references by clicking here. All application materials should be attached in a single PDF document using the candidate's name (Lname, Fname) as the document title.