Lecturer, Sport Communication - Military veterans preferred

Posting Details

A master’s degree in communication or related field is required,

Evidence of success in college-level teaching experience in Sport Communication

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The Department of Communication in the College of Communication and Information at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Communication with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2025.

Duties include teaching four courses per semester, with the potential to teach different size classes (small to large lecture). We seek a candidate with teaching experience in sport communication. Classes include Intro to Sport Communication, Social Media and Sport, Sports Analytics, and Sport Industries. Ability to teach general communication courses (persuasion, interpersonal, or organizational communication) is a plus.

The nine-month appointment begins formally August 16, 2025, and ends May 15, 2026; however some preparation work will begin Aug. 1, 2025. Initial terms for lecturers are for one year. Appointment may be renewed for additional terms based on departmental needs, funding ability, and candidate performance. A master’s degree in communication or related field is required, as is evidence of success in college-level teaching experience in the areas noted above. Professional experience is a plus.

The Department of Communication offers a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Communication with undergraduate major options in business and organizational communication, digital and mass communication, healthcare communication, human communication, and sport communication, as well as a minor in communication and an Undergraduate Certificate in health communication.

The College of Communication and Information is composed of two schools (School of Information Science and School of Journalism and Media), two departments (Department of Communication and Department of Integrated Strategic Communication), and interdisciplinary master’s and PhD programs. Nearly 100 full-time faculty lead 2,300 undergraduate majors and 350 graduate students while also teaching in the university’s core curriculum and serving students pursuing minors and certificates in the college. The college also houses University of Kentucky’s independent student newspaper, The Kentucky Kernel, and the championship winning Intercollegiate Debate program.

Located in the vibrant city of Lexington, the University of Kentucky is a public, land-grant institution that plays a critical leadership role in promoting diversity, inclusion, economic development, and human well-being. The campus is home to 35,000 students, more than 2,500 faculty members, and nearly 14,000 staff members. The university is one of just eight in the country with a major academic health center and a full spectrum of academic colleges and professional schools on one contiguous campus. As such, the University of Kentucky is an incubator for interdisciplinary research. These collaborations allow researchers to address the rapidly changing needs of a global society. As a leader among employers, the University of Kentucky offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more details, please visit www.uky.edu/HR/benefits.

The City of Lexington is a great place to live, work, and study. It recently appeared on USA Today’s list of the top cities to live in. With a population of roughly 320,000, Lexington offers the warmth and lower cost of living of a small city, along with many of the amenities enjoyed in a larger city, including the arts, cultural events, and a thriving dining scene.

Application materials should include a letter of application that briefly summarizes background, qualifications, and interest in the position (attach as Cover Letter) a curriculum vita; a brief teaching statement including philosophy of teaching (attach as Specific Request 1) and evidence of teaching excellence (attach as Specific Request 2); and contact information for three references when prompted in the application.

Application review will begin April 4th, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Search Committee Chair: Dr. Derek Lane via email (derek.lane@uky.edu)

Professional experience is a plus. Ability to teach general communication courses (Persuasion, interpersonal, or organizational communication) is a plus.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.