Assistant/Associate Professor - Sports Media and Communication

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications invites applications for an assistant/associate professor in sports media and communication, expected to begin August 2027. The position emphasizes teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in sports promotion and sports media.

You will help develop course offerings, initiatives, and programs, and lead collaborations with internal and external stakeholders in the sports media and communication community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by August 2027 required.
• Professional experience in sports media, sports communication, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sports promotion and sports media.
• Assist in developing course offerings, initiatives and programs.
• Lead collaborations with internal and external stakeholders in the sports media community.
• Contribute to curriculum development, conduct and publish research.
• Provide service to the college, university and profession.

Skills

Teaching expertise

Education

Ph.D. by Aug 2027

Job description

Working Title

Assistant/Associate Professor - Sports Media and Communication

Department

Journalism & Mass Comm-0908

Description Of Work

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications is seeking an assistant or associate professor in sports media and communication to join our award-winning program beginning August 2027. The responsibilities of this position will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in sports promotion and sports media; assisting in the development of course offerings, initiatives, and programs focusing on sports media and promotion; and participating in and leading collaborations with internal and external stakeholders in the sports media and communication community. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development of our curriculum; conduct and publish research; provide service to the college, university, and profession; and perform other assigned duties.

The UNL College of Journalism and Mass Communications is accredited by the ACEJMC and offers majors in advertising and public relations, broadcasting, journalism, and sports media and communication. The college’s PR program also holds the Certification for Education in Public Relations accreditation through PRSA . We create a student-centered environment providing hands-on experiences to enhance learning outcomes. Students are successful in national competitions, collaborate on research and/or creative activity, and complete internships with recognized agencies and companies in leading markets.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• An earned Ph.D. by August 2027.
• Professional experience in sports media, sports communication, sports promotion and/or sports marketing, mass communications, advertising and public relations, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching expertise in sports media and communication or sports marketing

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