Assistant Professor of Professional Practice - Sports Media job in Stillwater

Req ID:

req17375

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Professional Practice - Sports Media

Position Type:

Faculty

Position Number:

AF9035

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

Media & Strategic Communications

Location Address:

206 Paul Miller, Stillwater, OK 74078

Hiring Supervisor:

Jared Johnson, Ph.D.

Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):

0.00 - 0.00, Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule:

TBD

Faculty Appt Period:

9 months

Job Summary:

Assistant Professor of Professional Practice
The rapidly growing School of Media & Strategic Communications at Oklahoma State University seeks a sports media professional with teaching experience to fill an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice positions beginning in Fall 2024. This position is a renewable, three-year, non-tenure track appointment.

This position will teach a 4/3 load and service responsibilities. Courses may include: Media Style & Structure; Media in a Diverse Society; Sports Reporting; Feature Writing; and other courses as needed.

Position Qualifications:

Relevant professional experience in sports media or a closely related field is required in addition to a strong command of AP style and a completed master’s degree or higher in communications or a related discipline.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions.