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Lemuel Heidel Brown Endowed Chair in Sports Communication and Political Economy (Professional-in-Residence)

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Job Posting Title:

Lemuel Heidel Brown Endowed Chair in Sports Communication and Political Economy (Professional-in-Residence)

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM Manship School of Mass Communication (Kim Bissell (00082011))

Work Location:

Campbell B. Hodges Hall

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

The LSU Manship School of Mass Communication invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track position as a Professional-In-Residence for the Lemuel Heidel Brown Endowed Chair in Sports Communication and Political Economy to begin in Fall 2027.

We seek an accomplished scholar or distinguished media and communication professional who can help build an ambitious, nationally visible sports communication program at one of the nation’s premier institutions for collegiate athletics and mass communication education. The successful candidate will also contribute to the School’s engagement with political economy, broadly understood as the examination of how economic systems, institutions, ownership, policy, markets, power, and political forces shape media and communication.

The Brown Endowed Chair represents an opportunity to connect the study and practice of sports communication with broader questions about the economic, institutional, political, technological, and cultural forces shaping contemporary media and society. The School defines sports communication broadly and welcomes candidates whose expertise intersects with areas such as sports journalism, public relations, advertising and branding, strategic communication, crisis and reputation management, digital and social media, sports media industries, athlete communication and branding, politics and sports, media economics, sports business, health and sports communication, or other emerging dimensions of the sports media ecosystem.

Job Responsibilities:

Teach two undergraduate courses per semester in the Manship School of Mass Communication. 50%

Lead and advance the sports communication program through curriculum and research development that incorporates perspectives from political economy, interdisciplinary and industry partnerships, experiential learning and career opportunities, student mentoring, professional programming, and engagement with academic and sports-industry communities. 40%

Represent the Manship School and LSU within relevant academic, professional, and industry communities. 5%

Other duties as assigned. 5%

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in mass communication, communication, journalism, sports communication or a closely related field; 7 years of experience.

Degree Substitute: Bachelor's degree in mass communication, communication, journalism, sports communication or a closely related field with professional work-related experience that clearly documents the qualifications to teach the course; 10 or more years of industry-related professional experience.

Additional Requirements:

FERPA -As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide cover letter, resume, (3) professional references and transcripts. Official transcripts, if needed are required prior to hire.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the Manship School at [email protected]

Skills Needed:

Preferred Skills:

Posting Date:

October 16, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

April 14, 2027

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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