Job Description
Assistant/Associate Professor of Business, Sport Management & Analytics (Tenure Track) Primary Purpose and Essential Functions: The Eberhardt School of Business at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant/Associate Professor of Business with a specialization in Sport Management & Analytics beginning August 2026. Salary is competitive with full benefits for the academic year.
The Eberhardt School of Business has 21 full-time faculty members serving approximately 400 undergraduate and 105 graduate students. Accredited by AACSB International, the Eberhardt School offers a B.S. in Business Administration with majors in Accounting, Business Analytics, Hotel & Hospitality Management, Finance, Management & Human Resources, and Sport Management & Analytics. At the graduate level, the Eberhardt School offers a Master of Accounting, Master of Business Administration, and an M.S. in both Business Analytics and Finance.
Essential Functions:
- The position requires teaching five (5) classes per academic year (3/2 or 2/3 course load) and undergraduate academic advising in the Eberhardt School.
- The successful candidate will teach Sport Marketing, Sport Analytics, and Advanced Sport Analytics.
- Additional responsibilities may include the ability to teach marketing management courses and/or other core business classes based on candidate expertise.
- Candidates are expected to conduct and publish peer-reviewed research in sport management, sport analytics, and/or related business fields according to the expectations of the Eberhardt School.
- The supervision of undergraduate internships may also be included in the workload.
- University and Eberhardt School service are expected of all tenure-track faculty members.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications: - A doctorate in either sport management or a related business discipline is required although ABD candidates will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications: - At least one (1) year of university teaching experience is recommended.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated the ability to develop and execute on a scholarly research plan in the field of sport management, sport analytics, or related business area.
- Experience in the sport industry and participation in professional organizations are desirable.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting and computer use. Occasional walking, standing, bending, kneeling and use of phone. Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
Special Instructions: Please submit:
- Letter of interest
- Current curriculum vitae
- Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies)
- Statement of instructional philosophy
- Research plan
- Contact information (phone and email) for references.
Review of applications will begin January 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Please direct questions to Pete Schroeder, search committee chair.
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