Assistant Professor of Sports/Digital Communications

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Sports/Digital Communication (Tenure-Track) starting Fall 2027. A Ph.D.

by August 2027 is required, with an active research agenda, potential for program leadership, and demonstrated teaching excellence. The successful candidate will join the History and Liberal Studies department, with a 75% appointment in HILS and 25% in Health and Human Performance for Sports Media, helping to develop B.A./B.S.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in hand by start date.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness at undergrad/grad levels.
• Ability to teach online and face-to-face.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Communication Studies.
• Develop, deliver, and assess courses with learning outcomes in face-to-face and online modalities.
• Maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed scholarship.
• Mentor students in research and professional opportunities.
• Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional community.
• 4/4 standard teaching load.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Online teaching

Sports/Digital Communication

Research agenda

Education

Ph.D. in Communication, Media, Journalism, or closely related field

Job description

Assistant Professor - Sports/Digital Communications, East Texas A&M University

East Texas A&M University (ETAMU) invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Sports/Digital Communication (Tenure-Track), with a preference for expertise in Sports Media, but with equal consideration given to strong candidates with expertise in Digital Media Communication, to begin in the Fall 2027 semester. Candidates should have PhD in hand by August 2027. Candidates are expected to have an active research agenda in their field of study, the potential for program leadership, and a commitment to professional service, along with proven excellence in teaching, mentoring, and student success. The successful candidate will hold an appointment in the Department of History and Liberal Studies (HILS) in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts; the successful candidate with expertise in Sports Media will hold a joint appointment between HILS (75%) and the Department of Health and Human Performance in the College of Education and Human Services (25%). In both cases, our new colleague will report to the Department Head of HILS.

Application deadline: December 15, 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the B.A./B.S. in Communication Studies and lead in the area of Sports/Digital Communication, as well as to contribute to the proposed new M.S. in Strategic Communication, designed to serve the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) region and beyond. The successful candidate with expertise in Sports Media will lead in the coordination and delivery of the B.S. in Sports Media. These programs have strong institutional backing, including support for adding future faculty lines to ensure sustainable growth and excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with ETAMU’s on-campus National Public Radio station, KETR, to manage content areas according to their specialty. This is a distinctive opportunity to join ETAMU at a moment of expansion, helping to expand signature programs that will serve students across the region and beyond.

ETAMU is committed to supporting faculty success in teaching, scholarship, and professional growth. Pre-tenure faculty in the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts may be offered a 3/3 teaching load and conference travel support, subject to available funding, departmental needs, and administrative approval.

As a proud member and the third-largest institution in the Texas A&M University System, ETAMU fosters a strong professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence. A student-ready university with a Carnegie R2 classification, ETAMU is committed to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and research. ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence, research innovation, and student success. With over 140+ degree programs, a 20:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and nationally ranked online and graduate programs, ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding resources.

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

4/4 standard teaching load.

Teach undergraduate and, as appropriate, graduate courses in Communication Studies, according to the specialization of the faculty and the needs of the program.

Develop, deliver, and assess courses with attention to learning outcomes in both face-to-face and online modalities.

Maintain an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed scholarship.

Mentor students not only in research but also in applied and field opportunities that prepare them for professional success.

Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional community.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Ph.D. in Communication, Media, Journalism, or closely related field by start date.

Experience/Knowledge/Skills: Evidence of teaching effectiveness or strong potential for teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate and graduate levels in Sports/Digital Communication; emerging record or strong potential for peer-reviewed scholarship; ability to teach online and face-to-face.

Licensing/Professional Certifications: None.

Physical Requirements: None.

Other Requirements: Background check

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

Professional and/or academic experience in Sports Media and/or News Media

Proven record of grant activity.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.