Marquette University — Instructor of Practice, Sports Journalism and Media

Marquette University — Instructor of Practice, Sports Journalism and Media

(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). The Diederich College of Communication at Marquette University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track participating faculty position at the rank of Instructor of Practice with a teaching specialization in sports journalism and media, beginning August 2026.We seek an engaged teacher who can work collaboratively across departments within the college and with other academic programs at the university. This faculty member will be a principal contributor to the college’s new and rapidly growing interdisciplinary major and minor in sports communication.

Candidates should have a teaching and/or professional background in sports journalism, reporting, and/or broadcasting, including but not limited to: working as a print, radio, or television sports reporter, producing news broadcasts, calling (play‑by‑play, color, or sideline), or producing live sports events. Ideal applicants share the Diederich College’s commitment to creating a more inclusive environment for our students while training them to work in a diverse industry.

We encourage all interested candidates to apply and are particularly interested in candidates with a teaching focus that supports the college’s existing courses in sports journalism, sports media and culture, and/or sports and society. The new faculty member will also develop other suitable course offerings, initiatives, and programs in the area of sports communication, as well as participate in and lead collaborations with community members and alumni in local and regional sports organizations.

The candidate will have the expectation of teaching courses in the journalism and media studies curriculum and/or digital media, depending on their areas of expertise. The new faculty member will also work with colleagues to plan the annual Axthelm Memorial lecture, which invites a sports professional to campus to speak and engage with our college community, as well as the annual student sports summit.

In addition to teaching, the candidate will be responsible for advising undergraduate students and serving on college and university committees.

J. William and Mary Diederich College of Communication
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The College includes the departments of Communication Studies, Digital Media and Performing Arts, Journalism and Media Studies, and Strategic Communication. A transformational $25 million gift from the Diederichs funded the renovation of historic Johnston Hall, which houses the College. This renewal furnished Johnston Hall with state‑of‑the‑art laboratory and studio technology. Today, the Diederich gift helps support faculty development, travel, and research throughout the College.

The College has a strong commitment to achieving diversity and is actively working on goals established in its Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion plan. The college strongly encourages women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. Our faculty are committed to communication for the greater good.For more information on the College’s offerings, mission, and vision, visit
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