Journalism instructor

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School of Communication and Journalism Faculty Vacancy\

Journalism Instructor

The School of Communication and Journalism at Eastern Illinois

University seeks candidates for an annually contracted Journalism Instructor whose primary duties will include teaching courses relating to sports media. \ Qualifications

Candidates should possess a masters degree in journalism or a related

field and have college teaching experience. The ideal candidate will also have professional journalistic experience and possess strong communication skills. Candidates should have demonstrated potential to teach undergraduate students in sports media relations, sports writing, and news reporting and writing. An ability and/or interest in teaching digital and social media journalism and database journalism is welcome.

Salary/Pay Rate Range

\$6,670 to \$7,450 per month depending upon qualifications

Benefits Overview

Eastern Illinois University is proud to offer an excellent benefits

package designed to support our employees well-being and career goals.This position is eligible for the following benefits:

Comprehensive Medical Coverage:Competitive employee insurance premiums

with flexible plan options.

Vision Insurance:Vision coverage is included with medical at no cost.

Dental Insurance:Dental plans available to meet your needs.

Retirement Benefits:Participation in the State University Retirement

System, which includes medical insurance benefits upon retirement.

Tuition Waivers:Opportunities to pursue educational goals through

tuition waivers for employees and dependent children.

Generous Paid Time Off:Up to 12 paid holidays annually, plus earned

vacation and sick time.

For more information on our employee benefit programs, please visit EIU

Employee Benefits webpage .

Application Instructions

A complete application will consist of a letter of application, resume,

a professional portfolio that includes five reporting examples, teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Application materials should be submitted to Interfolio at . Additional information is available at . For questions regarding this search, please contact Professor Ensung Kim, Chair of the Search Committee at [[email protected].](mailto:[email protected]) Review of applications will begin Dec. 1, 2025, and continue until interviews are scheduled.

The School of Communication and Journalism houses academic divisions

devoted to Communication Studies and Journalism. The Division of Journalism is accredited by the ACEJMC. We are comprised of 16 tenured/tenure-track and nine annually contracted faculty. The school offers five undergraduate degree programs in Journalism, Communication Studies, Health Communication, Public Relations, and TV/Video Production along with a masters degree in Communication Studies. We are a vibrant academic community of approximately 250 majors. The school is one of the largest academic units on campus. \ The University & Community

Eastern Illinois University takes pride in creating a warm and welcoming

environment for all faculty, staff, and students. Established in 1895, EIU boasts a rich, 125-year tradition of preparing students for their personal and professional goals. A traditional regional residential institution, EIU offers a superior education at a relatively low cost while consistently earning high rankings and distinctions for its affordability, academic program quality, career placement rates, campus safety, online degree options, student support, and sustainability initiatives.

EIU focuses on individualized attention and superior student

relationships and has earned recognition as the highest-ranking independent public regional university in Illinois and a place among the Midwests top public regional universities according to U.S. News and World Report. EIU hosts more than 175 student organizations on campus, and offers a variety of cultural events, NCAA Division I athletics, and active research opportunities for its students to enjoy and to thrive. EIU has become recognized for providing the resources of a large institution while