What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ithaca College seeks Assistant Professor, Sports Media position at Associated Press Sports Editors (APSE)?
Ithaca College invites applications for a tenure-eligible Assistant Professor appointment in the Sports Media interdisciplinary program beginning Fall 2025 in Ithaca, N.Y. This position joins the Roy H. Park School of Communications with 65 full-time faculty dedicated to teaching excellence who offer eight degree programs for over 1500 majors, along with 9 minors. The Park School is housed in a state-of-the-art facility with a $5M inventory of film and digital media portable equipment, multiple studio spaces, and cutting-edge technologies, including an LED surround wall for virtual production.
Primary responsibilities include teaching classes in Sports Media and related programs in Journalism and sports production, and contributing new courses relevant to the future of Sports Media.
The successful candidate will teach a full course load per academic year, act as an academic advisor for students, and serve on Department, School, and College committees. There is an also an expectation of research and/or creative work. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to teach in ways that value the varied learning needs and interests of a culturally diverse student population, and that reflect a commitment to encouraging success in all students.
Qualifications: A master’s degree and significant professional sports media experience is required. A doctorate in sports media or related field and significant professional sports media experience is preferred. We prefer candidates who have a record of successful college teaching.
Application Instructions: Interested applicants must apply online at http://ithaca.edu/jobs/, and attach a CV, cover letter, and a list with the names of three references. In your cover letter, please address where you believe the professional sports media industry is growing in the next five years and how your teaching would inform students about that growth. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the online application can be directed to the Ithaca College Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu, 607-274-8000.
Ithaca College is a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students. Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center and neighboring Cornell University. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.
Visa sponsorship may be provided for this position.
Ithaca College is building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the College is appreciated.
Hiring Range: $61,000-$63,500, dependent on discipline, qualifications and experience.
In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check.
Primary responsibilities include teaching classes in Sports Media and related programs in Journalism and sports production, and contributing new courses relevant to the future of Sports Media.
The successful candidate will teach a full course load per academic year, act as an academic advisor for students, and serve on Department, School, and College committees. There is an also an expectation of research and/or creative work. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to teach in ways that value the varied learning needs and interests of a culturally diverse student population, and that reflect a commitment to encouraging success in all students.
Qualifications: A master’s degree and significant professional sports media experience is required. A doctorate in sports media or related field and significant professional sports media experience is preferred. We prefer candidates who have a record of successful college teaching.
Application Instructions: Interested applicants must apply online at http://ithaca.edu/jobs/, and attach a CV, cover letter, and a list with the names of three references. In your cover letter, please address where you believe the professional sports media industry is growing in the next five years and how your teaching would inform students about that growth. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the online application can be directed to the Ithaca College Office of Human Resources at humanresources@ithaca.edu, 607-274-8000.
Ithaca College is a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students. Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center and neighboring Cornell University. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.
Visa sponsorship may be provided for this position.
Ithaca College is building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the College is appreciated.
Hiring Range: $61,000-$63,500, dependent on discipline, qualifications and experience.
In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check.
Salary : $61,000 - $63,500