University of Arizona

Adjunct Instructor, Sports Journalism

Location
Tucson, AZ
Pay
$65,000 per year
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 4, 2026

About this position

Posting Number: req27214 Department: Journalism Location: Tucson Campus Address: Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Spring 2027. This position will instruct students in the field of Sports Journalism. This is a non-tenure eligible position for Spring 2027. The position is in the School of Journalism in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences. Salary for this position will be determined using a per-course rate of $6,500. For seven decades, the University of Arizona's School of Journalism has prepared students to understand and report on complex issues at local, national and global levels. The School offers undergraduate and graduate programs that combine professional journalism training with a strong liberal arts foundation, providing students with hands-on experience in field reporting, digital media and student-led publications. With particular strengths in border and global journalism, science and environmental journalism, sports journalism, and longform and investigative reporting, the School fosters innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration and global engagement while preparing students for success in an evolving media landscape. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. Duties & ResponsibilitiesInstruct on-campus undergraduate students in field of Sports Journalism. Plan class lectures and assignments. Grade assigned papers and exams. Hold regular office hours. Assign grades to students, based upon performance in class assignments and exams. Attend meetings as required. Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in related field. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience as a journalist. Preferred Quali

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