Assistant/Associate Professor - Sports Media and Communication

University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL); Nebraska; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications seeks an assistant/associate professor in sports media and communication to join our award‑winning program starting August 2027.

The responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in sports promotion and sports media, developing new courses and initiatives, and collaborating with stakeholders in the sports media community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by August 2027 (minimum).
• Professional experience in sports media, sports communication, or related field.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching

Research

Education

Ph.D. by August 2027

Job description

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Assistant/Associate Professor - Sports Media and Communication

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Position Information

Position Information

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Working Title

Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor - Sports Media and Communication

Department

Department Journalism & Mass Comm-0908

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/30/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 11/30/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

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Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required No

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Job Category

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Job Category (old) Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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Planned Hire Date

Planned Hire Date 6/1/2027

Appointment End Date

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