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Dean, College of Liberal Arts

Texas A&M University at College Station is seeking candidates for the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts. The Dean is the chief academic and executive officer of the College and reports to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academics.

One of the largest colleges in the University, the College of Liberal Arts consists of 12 departments, with 502 faculty (360 tenured/tenure-track, 142 lecturers) serving over 6,800 students (5,991 undergraduates, 356 master’s and 467 doctoral students). The College offers degrees in 10 doctoral, 10 master’s, and 24 undergraduate programs and has nine interdisciplinary programs. Almost all University undergraduate students take courses through the College of Liberal Arts. College of Liberal Arts faculty are engaged in a variety of international activities, including working at the branch campus in the state of Qatar, and centers in Mexico City, Costa Rica, and Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy. Additional background information on the College of Liberal Arts may be found at the dean search website, http://cladeansearch.tamu.edu/.

Texas A&M University is in the ninth year of a long-range planning process entitled Vision 2020 (http://www.tamu.edu/vision2020/) with the goal of becoming a consensus “Top 10” public university. To date, the university has raised over $1.5 billion through a development campaign and has hired faculty for 442 new faculty lines, 64 of whom are in the College of Liberal Arts. The new dean will provide leadership in the College’s efforts to enhance excellence and assist in the University’s pursuit of consensus top-ten status among public universities by the year 2020.

Qualifications include an earned doctorate or equivalent, an outstanding record in research and education commensurate with the appointment to the rank of professor with tenure in one of the departments of the College, and excellence in academic and administrative leadership at the college or department level or other relevant administrative position. The candidate should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong commitment to diversity and internationalization, experience working on interdisciplinary initiatives, and success in fund raising from external resources. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively with administrators, faculty, staff, students, former students, and external constituencies.

The search committee will begin reviewing nominations and information from prospective applicants in September 2009 and will continue to accept nominations and applications until a new Dean of Liberal Arts is selected. The target appointment date is August 1, 2010. The committee will make every effort to maintain confidentiality. Prospective applicants should include a letter describing their interest in and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses (including e-mail), and telephone numbers for at least five references. Submit nominations and applications materials electronically to CLADeanSearch@tamu.edu.

Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the University’s administration.

Muncie, Indiana
Chairperson
Department of Journalism

Nominations and applications are invited for chairperson of the Department of Journalism, a department known for leading edge technology and labs, award-winning student media and organizations, and an outstanding reputation for alumni achievement. Responsibilities: provide the vision to lead a nationally recognized department known for its curricular innovation and academic excellence; provide professional, academic, and administrative leadership for 25 full-time faculty and more than 775 students; serve as director of student media and engage in alumni relations, grant writing, external fundraising, and university-wide collaboration. Journalism is one of four departments in the College of Communication, Information, and Media. Position is expected to be available July 1, 2010; and salary, tenure, and academic rank are negotiable.

Minimum qualifications: master’s degree; exceptional academic or professional experience; demonstrated ability to lead department’s four majors, including advertising, journalism (journalism graphics, magazine, news, and photojournalism), public relations, and journalism teacher education.

Preferred qualifications: earned doctorate degree; combination of teaching, professional, and administrative experience as well as a record of peer reviewed scholarship and knowledge of ACEJMC accreditation standards.

Send letter of application, resume/curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references to: Dan Waechter, Search Committee Chair, Department of Journalism, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. Interested candidates attending the AEJMC convention in Boston are encouraged to contact Dean Roger Lavery (rlavery@bsu.edu) to schedule an informational meeting to learn more about the position, the college, and the university.

Review of applications will begin September 1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/journalism)

Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.

The Department of Journalism, University of Alabama, announces its search for a tenure-track assistant professor or renewable contract instructor/lecturer beginning January 2010.

The successful candidate will be expected to have a strong background and teaching specialty in emerging media, including digital multimedia production and online journalism.  An interest in emerging media’s role in building community is also welcome, given the department’s community journalism emphasis at the graduate level.  Qualifications for the tenure-track position include a Ph.D. or other terminal degree by starting date. At minimum, all candidates must have a master’s degree and substantial professional experience.  Other preferred qualifications include successful college teaching experience and a record of scholarship or creative activity appropriate for the position sought.

Candidates should be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

Salary is nationally competitive.

The Department of Journalism is part of the College of Communication and Information Sciences, and its graduates include leaders in all fields of mass communication. The department offers its own master’s programs and takes part in a College-wide doctoral program.

The University of Alabama is the state’s flagship public university and offers the full course of academic programs and social life to its 28,000 students. It is located in Tuscaloosa, a university-oriented community with a population of more than 100,000 located 55 miles southwest of Birmingham.  Tuscaloosa is a morning’s drive from the Smoky Mountains, Gulf Coast beaches, New Orleans, Nashville, and Atlanta.

Visit to https://facultyjobs.ua.edu apply.  Attach an application letter, C.V./ resume, samples of multimedia work, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references.  Professional samples that cannot be attached may be mailed to Prof. Matthew D. Bunker, Search Chair, Department of Journalism, Box 870172, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0172.

Those interested in the search may contact Bunker at 205-348-8616 or email him at mbunker@ua.edu.

Review of applications will begin Sept. 15, 2009. We will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

The University of Alabama is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

2009-2010
Communication Media Arts & Technology Term Instructor

The Media Arts & Technology Division of the Cleveland State University School of Communication seeks applicants for a new, one year (renewable up to six years) Term Instructor position with production emphasis. A Master’s degree in Communication or a related field, a minimum of three years of media production experience, the ability to teach courses in studio and field video production, advanced video production and non-linear editing, media technology, and demonstrated managerial ability are required. Ability to teach new media technologies, new media production, film production, prior college teaching experience, facility management experience, ability to build and maintain professional media contacts, and demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population are preferred. Initial responsibilities will include teaching four classes per semester, and assistance with management of the MAT Division’s use of the Digital Video Communication Center.

Position begins August 17, 2009.

Send cover letter, vita, demo reel and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Evan Lieberman, MAT Term Search Chair, Cleveland State University School of Communication, 2121 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115. Official transcripts will be required prior to hiring.

Applications received by July 13th, 2009 will receive full consideration, otherwise position open until filled.

CSU is an AA/EOE institution committed to non-discrimination in employment and education. M/F/D/V encouraged.

School/Division: School of Arts & Sciences
Department: Mass Communication
Position Title: Assistant/ Associate Broadcast
Salary Range: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Position Type: Faculty
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Status: Full-time
Position Work Schedule: 9-Month

CONTACT: Alcorn State University, Department of Mass Communication, Dr. Sherlynn H. Byrd, Chair, 1000 ASU Drive # 269, Alcorn State, MS 39096.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Primary teaching assignment will be Basic and Advanced Television Techniques, Basic and. Advanced Television Production and its lab components. The successful candidate will also advise the ASU TV-13, advise students and other job duties as required.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Additional courses in broadcast announcing, media writing, and new technologies and programming.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. preferred. ABD considered at Instructor level. Excellent teaching skills are required. Previous college teaching experience is desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone. Use hands repetitively to handle feel or operate standard office equipments, and lift up to 25 pounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities will also include student advising, and overseeing the ASU-TV newscast, engage in university and community service. Our new faculty member will be committed to inspire students to the best professional practices, keep them interested and truly care about their education and future.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Must have experience and knowledge of multi-camera television studio setting; the ability to teach Avid and Avid DS editing.

1-Year Visiting Position: Mass Communication

1-year visiting position in Mass Communication for academic year 2009-2010 to teach a 2-2 load consisting of one large lecture section (175-225 students) of Survey of Mass Communication and one section of Mass Communication Theory (25 students) in each semester. Experience teaching large lecture classes is preferred. Salary range $50,000 - $60,000 depending on qualifications.

Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis starting on June 15 until the position is filled.

Please send letter of interest including statement of teaching experience, CV, and list of 3 references via email and surface mail to Lisa Cuklanz, Chair, Communication Department, 21 Campanella Way #513, Boston College, 140 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, Cuklanz@bc.edu.

The School of Communication and the Arts at Marist College invites applications for a one year Visiting Assistant Professor in Journalism for the 2009-2010 academic year.

Dependent on the candidate’s expertise, this person will teach from a variety of journalism courses, including Journalism I & II, Press in America, and Media Law. Strong candidates will have experience working in journalism, teaching experience, understand the use of new technologies in and the rapid evolution of journalism in the digital age, and should have at least a master’s degree.

Communication is the largest major at Marist, and journalism is one of seven concentrations within the major. The department emphasizes journalism fundamentals and ethics throughout course work. Students are active participants in small classes and learn to become better journalists through guided practice.

Marist College is a comprehensive, independent, liberal arts institution located in the historic Hudson River Valley of New York State. The College has been recognized for excellence by U.S. News & World Report, TIME Magazine, The Princeton Review’s The Best 361 Colleges, and Barron’s Best Buys in College Education.

To learn more or to apply, please visit https://jobs.marist.edu. Online applications accepted only.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

School of Journalism and Broadcasting
Editor in Residence 2009 – 2010 Academic Year

The growing program at The School of Journalism and Broadcasting at Oklahoma State University is seeking an energetic person with a background in multimedia news writing to serve as Editor in Residence for the 2009-10 academic year. This position will primarily teach news writing/reporting courses, with emphasis on clear and concise writing, researching, interviewing and fact checking. Relevant professional experience required as well as experience mentoring beginning journalists.

Submit application letter, resume, transcripts and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to Chair, Editor in Residence Search Committee, School of Journalism and Broadcasting, Oklahoma State University, 206 Paul Miller Bldg., Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078-4053.

Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled.

Oklahoma State University is an AA/EEO/E-Verify employer.

OSU-Stillwater is a tobacco-free campus.

The nationally recognized School of Journalism & Broadcasting at Western Kentucky University announces a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Broadcasting and Mass Communication program beginning August 2009.

The successful candidate will teach broadcast sales and broadcast management.

Additional teaching assignments may include radio production, broadcast history, promotion, research or subjects in his/her area of scholarly interest. Responsibilities also include student advising, scholarly activity (research/creative activity/professional activity) and service. WKU is committed to the promotion of stewardship and student engagement.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in relevant field with 3 years professional media experience or Master’s degree in relevant field with 5 years professional media experience. Experience is considered a position as an account executive, sales manager or general manager in a licensed, commercial operation. Prior teaching experience at a university level preferred, with a documented record of effective teaching.

Applications are currently being accepted until the position is filled.

Visit our website at www.wku.edu/journalism for more information.

Send letter of application, resume or vitae, transcripts and three recent letters of reference to: 2009 Broadcast Search Committee/ Broadcast Operations, School of Journalism & Broadcasting, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Heights Boulevard #11070, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1070.

The School of Journalism & Broadcasting (ACEJMC accredited) at Western Kentucky University invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in broadcast news beginning August 2009.

Position requires teaching various introductory and intermediate courses in electronic news writing, reporting, performance and programming with a secondary specialization open.

The successful candidate will participate in various student news productions. WKU’s program includes live radio and TV newscasts, with an expanding on-line presence. Knowledge of AVID, I-News, DEKO and on-line content management systems is expected. The position requires scholarly research/creative activity/professional activity, student advising and service. WKU is committed to the promotion of stewardship and student engagement.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in relevant field with 3 years professional news experience or Master’s degree in a relevant field with 5 years professional news experience. Prior teaching experience at a university level preferred, with a documented record of effective teaching.

Applications are currently being accepted until the position is filled.

Visit our website at www.wku.edu/journalism for more information.

Send letter of application, resume or vitae, transcripts and three recent letters of reference to: 2009 Broadcast Search Committee/ Broadcast News, School of Journalism & Broadcasting, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Heights Boulevard #11070, Bowling Green, KY 42101-1070.