Sports & Digital Communication Tenure-Track Professor

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Sports/Digital Communication (Tenure-Track) beginning Fall 2027. PhD required by Aug 2027; active research agenda and commitment to teaching excellence expected. Joint appointment if Sports Media expertise.

The role reports to the Department Head of History and Liberal Studies. Teaching load and institutional support emphasize growth in B.A./B.S. programs and the new M.S.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in hand by August 2027.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness at undergrad and grad levels in Sports/Digital Communication.
• Active research agenda with potential for leadership and service.
• Ability to teach online and in person.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Communication Studies per specialization.
• Develop and assess courses with learning outcomes in both online and in-person formats.
• Maintain an active research agenda with peer-reviewed outputs.
• Mentor students in research and applied opportunities for professional success.
• Engage in service to department, college, university and professional community.

Skills

Sports/Digital Communication

Online & F2F teaching

Research agenda

Program leadership potential

Education

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

Job description

East Texas A&M University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Sports/Digital Communication (Tenure-Track) beginning Fall 2027. PhD required by Aug 2027; active research agenda and commitment to teaching excellence expected. Joint appointment if Sports Media expertise.

The role reports to the Department Head of History and Liberal Studies. Teaching load and institutional support emphasize growth in B.A./B.S. programs and the new M.S.