Trailblazing Sports Media & Communication Professor

AAJA24; Ames (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa State University’s Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication in Ames invites applications for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Sports Media and Communication. The position focuses on research, teaching, and leadership to advance a new SMC major, with a 9-month appointment starting August 16, 2027.

Minimum qualifications include an MS with 5 years of professional experience or a Ph.D. in a related field. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• MS with five years of full-time professional experience or Ph.D. in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field.
• Candidates should demonstrate teaching excellence and the ability to produce nationally/internationally recognized peer‑reviewed scholarship or recognized creative work.

Responsibilities

• Engage in research, teaching, and leadership related to the Sports Media and Communication major.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Collaborate with faculty on scholarly activities and program growth.

Skills

Teaching experience

Peer‑reviewed scholarship

Course development

Education

MS in journalism/related field

Ph.D. in journalism/related field

Job description

Iowa State University’s Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication in Ames invites applications for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Sports Media and Communication. The position focuses on research, teaching, and leadership to advance a new SMC major, with a 9-month appointment starting August 16, 2027.

Minimum qualifications include an MS with 5 years of professional experience or a Ph.D. in a related field. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.