Assistant/Associate Professor - Sports Media and Communication

on Department Journalism & Mass Comm-0908 Requisition Number F_260136 Posting Open Date 10/30/2026 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) Lincoln, NE Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Criminal History Background Check Required No Posted Salary How to Apply Click “ ” and complete the faculty information form. Attach the following documents: 1. A letter of application. 2. A detailed curriculum vitae that includes information on education, experience, and qualifications. 3.

A list of three (3) references with complete contact information. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Marcella Pribadi-Ybarra [email protected] 402-472-3481 Job Category Job Category (old) Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading Job Type Full-Time Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No If Temporary, indicate end date Planned Hire Date 6/1/2027 Appointment End Date Organizational Location Default Location Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Required Documents Required Documents Letter of Interest Curriculum Vitae List of References Optional Documents Connect with #UNL UNLincoln on Facebook @UNLincoln on Twitter UNL on YouTube @unlincoln on Instagram University of Nebraska–Lincoln on LinkedIn unlincoln on Pinterest UNLincoln on Snapchat unlincoln on Spotify Campus Links Directory Employment Events Libraries Maps Office of the Chancellor Nebraska Today Policies Emergency Planning and Preparedness Institutional Equity and Compliance Notice of Nondiscrimination Privacy Policy Student Information Disclosures TIPS Incident Reporting University of Nebraska–Lincoln About the Big Ten Conference © 2017 University of Nebraska–Lincoln · 402-472-7211 University of Nebraska System To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .

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