Clinical Assistant Professor (Applied Sport Psychology and Counseling)

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number FAC00137PO26 Advertised Title Clinical Assistant Professor (Applied Sport Psychology and Counseling) Campus Columbia College/Division College of Education Department CED Educational & Developmental Science Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications. Location of Vacancy Columbia, SC Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Richland Tenure Information Professional Track Job Search Category Faculty

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Department of Educational and Developmental Science at the University of South Carolina seeks applications for a 9-month professional track position in Applied Sport Psychology and Counseling at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor anticipated to begin August 2027.

Job Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to 1) teach courses in the degree programs in Educational and Developmental Science, with a primary contribution to courses in the B.S. Applied Sport Psychology and Counseling curriculum (the equivalent of 12 credit hours per semester) 2) support supervision needs in the department, and 3) participate in relevant service activities.

Required Education and Experience

We welcome candidates with 1) an earned doctorate in kinesiology, sport psychology, coaching, counseling, physical education, or related field by the start date of employment, 2) experience teaching courses in one or more of the following areas: applied sport psychology, counseling, kinesiology, and/or coaching, and 3) the demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with diverse colleagues and students.

Preferred Qualifications

We are particularly interested in candidates with evidence of 1) teaching experience in Applied Sport Psychology at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, 2) the CMPC credential, 3) ability to support student research, 4) experience in program assessment and accreditation, and 5) experience building inclusive learning environments that promote access and opportunity.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 08/16/2027 Job Open Date 10/01/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

The College of Education application process is conducted through electronic communication. Required documents to upload to this posting are: (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) list of at least three professional references to include e-mail addresses and phone numbers, and (4) unofficial transcripts for all earned degrees (upload as one PDF document under tab for "other supporting documents". Official transcripts will be required for all finalists).

For all Finalist: The online submission of at least three (3) letters of recommendation (on letterhead) will be required from the references listed on the application as provided by the candidate. Each reference listed will be prompted by an email notification regarding when to upload their letter of recommendation to our online system on behalf of the candidate.

Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries should be addressed to Dr. Morgan Eckenrod, Search Committee Chair, ME43@mailbox.sc.edu.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Supporting Documents
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Writing Sample(s)/Sample Publications
• Teaching Portfolio