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 Position
We 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.
Qualifications
Required:
- Terminal degree (MBA or doctorate) in Sports Management, Business Administration, or closely related field
- Demonstrated commitment to student success in an inclusive learning environment
Preferred:
- Practical work experience in sports management or related industry
- Experience developing community partnerships and experiential learning opportunities
- Record of successful student advising and mentoring
Responsibilities
- Teach sports management and business courses
- Develop experiential learning opportunities and community partnerships
- Advise students and supervise internships
- Contribute to program development and assessment
- Participate in college governance and service
Why 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.
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.
