Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Sports Media and Communication

Ames, IA

Full time

R19927

Position Title:Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Sports Media and Communication

Appointment Type:Faculty

Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa seeks a dynamic candidate for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of sports media and communication to engage in research, teaching, and leadership related to its new Sports Media and Communication (SMC) major. The SMC program instructs students with hands-on training in creating content using industry-standard and emerging digital tools, including areas such as broadcasting, writing, social media and public relations. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. (or relevant terminal degree) by the time of appointment or a master’s degree with at least five years of full-time professional experience. Preferred qualifications include relevant teaching experience and demonstrated ability, commensurate with rank, to produce nationally/internationally recognized, peer-reviewed scholarship or recognized creative work. As a student-centered, research-intensive (R1) university of science and technology in the Big 12, ISU offers high-level opportunities for collaboration and scholarly analysis of sports communication. Applicants at all ranks, including recent graduates, are encouraged to apply.

This position is a full-time (9-month) appointment starting August 16, 2027.

The adherence to programmatic goals and curriculum objectives is required, as the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC).

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S. in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field and five years of relevant, full-time professional experience, or

• Ph.D. or relevant terminal degree in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field.

Additionally, for Associate/Full rank:

• Associate/Full Professor candidates must also meet the university standards for appointment to the rank, including a record of peer-reviewed scholarship or juried creative works in the candidate’s area of expertise commensurate with rank.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education

• Demonstrated ability to teach a variety of courses in sports media and/or advertising, digital storytelling, journalism, or public relations.

• Demonstrated ability, commensurate with rank, to produce nationally/internationally recognized, peer-reviewed scholarship or recognized creative work

• Professional experience beyond the required amount related to sports media and communication in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field.

Department/Program & College Description:

The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication has a dynamic ACEJMC-accredited undergraduate program and a strong Master’s program. The School has undergraduate majors in Journalism and Mass Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, Sports Media and Communication, and Digital Storytelling. Additional information about the School is available at www.greenlee.iastate.edu.

Department Unit/Website:

www.greenlee.iastate.edu

Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter3) Contact Information for Three References

For guaranteed consideration, please apply before October 18, 2026. Position is open until filled.If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: September 15, 2026

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:R19927

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.