Adjunct Instructor: Power, Players and Platforms in Global Sports

The Annenberg School of Journalism seeks a qualified Adjunct Instructorfor JOUR/BUAD 499: Power, Profit & Platforms in Global Sports in fall 2025.

Candidates must have knowledge and experience such that they can support the teaching of an undergraduate-level course in:

• The business of sports, including: ownership and financing, management, marketing, events and operations; 
• Sports, media and entertainment, including: media rights, broadcasts and streaming, brands and marketing, and talent agencies; 
• The role of sports in shaping and reflecting culture, including: issues of racial and gender equity in ownership and compensation, diversity and inclusion across audiences, communities, leagues, teams, and players; 
• Sports science and health, including: performance analytics, performance and mindset, and sports and public health; 
• Current issues and hot topics in sports; and 
• Career opportunities and paths in various segments of the myriad sports industries. 

Requirements for consideration include a B.A., B.S., M.S., or an M.A. degree in a related field.  Previous teaching experience is desirable.  For some courses, outstanding professional experience may be substituted for academic credentials.

Applicants should send a letter describing their background, interests and areas of expertise, and an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae through USC’s job site.

The hourly range for this position is $37.88 per hour . When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC, who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year, but in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.

Applicants should send a letter describing their background, interests and areas of expertise, and an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae through the Careers at USC website.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.