Faculty: Sports Communications

Job Description

The School of Communications at Quinnipiac University invites applications for an open-rank, full-time faculty member in Sports Communications. Rank and specific departmental assignment will be determined by the qualifications of the successful candidate.

About the School:

We balance hands-on skills training with instruction in the liberal arts to prepare students for exciting and rewarding careers in advertising and integrated communications; communications/media studies; film, television and media arts; graphic and interactive design; journalism; and public relations. Our faculty includes award-winning professionals and internationally recognized scholars with extensive experience in their fields. We maintain a portfolio of more than 5,000 local, regional, national and international employers to connect with, and our student media organizations provide multiple opportunities for real-world learning experiences.

About the Sports Communication Program:

The Sports Communications Program will bring together the different disciplines within the School of Communications and capitalize on how each intersects with sports. From documentary filmmaking to audience engagement, from social media reach to marketing integrations, from economic impact to cultural significance, from media/data analytics to all forms of storytelling, the Sports Communications Program will prepare students for a host of careers revolving in and around sports.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University's School of Communications prides itself on its award-winning faculty who are professionals and internationally recognized scholars with extensive experience in their fields. We maintain a portfolio of more than 5,000 local, regional national and international employers to connect with, and our student media organizations provide multiple opportunities for real-world learning experiences. We balance practical application and professional networking opportunities with a robust liberal arts education to prepare students for exciting and rewarding careers in communications and media.

Responsibilities:

* A passion for, and ability to teach in, Quinnipiac's new Sports Communications Program as well as various journalism, public relations, advertising, film, graphic design, media studies, media production, social media, immersive media and analytics courses, depending on background and expertise
* Participation in curricular development for our BA in Sports Communications, MS in Sports Journalism and other School of Communications programs. Ability to teach and create forward-thinking courses in media/data analytics, broadcast media, video content creation, audio/podcasting and journalism, as well as in the candidate's area of interest/expertise. Existing or planned courses include: sports data analytics; sports broadcasting; sports reporting; sports public relations/social media; sports newscast producing; critical issues in sports; sports, media and society; sports documentary production; and other related courses
* Interest in developing new and innovative courses incorporating emerging technologies, AI, AR, VR, data visualization, analytics, etc. into media/sports courses with the goal of preparing students for new and emerging professional opportunities
* The ability to bring high-profile guest speakers to campus as well as organize larger, university-wide events such as panel discussions, symposiums and more. Additionally, the successful candidate should have contacts with whom to consult to help keep curriculum forward facing and industry relevant.
* Commitment to mentoring students in academic, professional and co-curricular matters and pursuits.
* Engagement with student media leaders and cross-campus partners, such as the athletics department, will be expected and encouraged
* The Quinnipiac community includes diverse backgrounds and perspectives (racial, ethnic, gender, LGBTQ+, recent immigrants, first-generation students, international students, religious denominations, etc.) The ideal candidate must appreciate and support the unique voices that contribute to a diverse campus community
* All candidates must be able to achieve excellence in teaching (tenure-track faculty teach a 3/3 course load, and non-tenure track faculty teach a 4/4 course load.) All faculty are also required to actively participate in departmental, school and university affairs, as well as recruitment and alumni relations activities
* Tenure-track appointments will require the pursuit of an active scholarly and/or creative works agenda (publications in academic journals, books, book chapters, monographs, etc. and/or high-level creative works such as documentaries, podcasts, published mass market articles, etc.) as defined by Quinnipiac University and the appointed department within the School of Communications

Education Requirements:

• A minimum of a master's degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Sports Journalism, or a related field is required.


• An earned doctoral degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Sports Journalism, or a related field from an appropriately accredited College or University is a plus.

Qualifications:

• At least six years of significant professional experience in sports journalism, media content creation for television, broadcast, streaming or sports data analytics -- or a combination thereof.


• Previous teaching experience or supervision of students is preferred


• Considerable high-level connections in the Sports Media and Journalism industries to facilitate new partnerships, internships, and/or practicums as well as career-related programming for students


• Comfort with instructional technology and/or educational platforms is required


• Commitment to contribute to the excellence of the academic community

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements & demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not provide sponsor employment-based visas for this position.

Candidates may also choose to include links to academic or professional work, teaching evaluations, statement of teaching philosophy, or other relevant materials, if they desire.

Questions can be sent to SchoolofCommunications@qu.edu.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.