Director of the National Sports Journalism Center

Indiana University’s School of Journalism on the Indiana University – Purdue University at Indianapolis campus seeks candidates for a Professor of Practice/Director of the National Sports Journalism Center.

As head of the nation’s most comprehensive institute for the study of sports journalism in America, the director will provide excellent leadership and an entrepreneurial spirit for the center to develop top quality and cutting-edge programs on sports media for everyone from high school students to veteran professionals. In addition to providing center leadership, the director will teach in the sports journalism program, serve as the NSJC’s public figure in university and professional events, and oversee the unique student news bureau model with NCAA and professional sports events, among other duties.

Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in journalism, communications or related field and 10 years of professional media experience.

Screenings of applicants will begin April 16, and will continue until the position is filled. Send vita, a statement of interest in the position, and names and contact information for three references to: Emily Harrison, School of Journalism, IUPUI, 535 West Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5154 or emrharri@indiana.edu.

Indiana University – Purdue University at Indianapolis is an Equal Employment Affirmative Action Employer and is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and nominations of women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and candidates with diverse cultural backgrounds.