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March 15, 2024

The University of Tennessee at Martin

Department of Mass Media and Strategic Communication

Assistant Professor of Media Design/Multimedia Journalism

Tenure-Track

The Department of Mass Media and Strategic Communication at The University of Tennessee at Martin has an opening for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor beginning August 1, 2024. The department is seeking candidates with the ability to teach a variety of undergraduate courses in media design (print, digital, web, and mobile) and/or multimedia journalism.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in communication, strategic communication, digital media, visual communication, mass communication, or related field is required. An MFA with an emphasis in graphic design, digital content production, or web design would also be considered. Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications is required. Relevant professional experience in the field is desired. Salary is negotiable.

How to Apply

Interested individuals should apply online at this link:

https://www.utm.edu/offices-and-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities.php

Applicants must apply online and attach:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Three letters of reference
  • Unofficial graduate transcripts. Official transcripts will be required prior to the appointment.
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Copies of teaching evaluations including questions, from previous teaching experience, if available.

Any questions may be submitted to Dr. Tracy Rutledge, Search Committee Chair, at .

The department will begin a review of applications on March 20, 2024.  The search will continue until the position is filled.

About the Department of Mass Media and Strategic Communication

The Department of Mass Media and Strategic Communication offers a degree program focused on preparing students to be effective communicators, storytellers, writers, photographers, videographers, audio producers, multimedia editors, and designers. Students gain a broad foundation in mass media and strategic communication and develop specialized skills in one of four concentrations:

  • Broadcast and Multimedia Production
  • Journalism and Digital Communication
  • Media Design and Digital Content Production
  • Strategic Communication and Public Relations

About the University

The University of Tennessee at Martin is a primary regional university in the University of Tennessee System that includes the main campus and five regional centers located throughout West Tennessee.

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

March 13, 2024

University of Colorado Boulder

Department of Journalism

Teaching Assistant Professor of Journalism

Job Summary

The Department of Journalism in the College of Media, Communication, and Information (CMCI) at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a teaching assistant professor of journalism. This position will begin in August of 2024.

The department is primarily interested in candidates who can teach courses in visual storytelling at both the undergraduate and MA level. The candidate should also have the ability to teach conceptual courses across our curriculum. The successful candidate will have significant university teaching experience, having taught both small and large journalism courses.

The candidate will be open to creative interchange with colleagues. The candidate should have demonstrated commitment to and experience with inclusive pedagogies and the mentoring of a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate students. The position involves teaching three classes per semester. At least an MA degree in journalism or a related field is required.

Who We Are

In 2022, the Department of Journalism at the University of Colorado-Boulder celebrated its 100th anniversary as a degree-granting organization within CU Boulder. Faculty members are prominent in both the academic and professional organizations. The Department of Journalism is a vibrant and engaged community of scholars and practitioners who share a commitment to the highest ethical and innovative ways to teach and research about journalism. The Department offers BA and MA degrees in journalism. The Department also offers a PhD degree in journalism studies.

Established in 2015, the College of Media, Communication and Information is at the forefront of the revolution in communication and digital technology. CMCI prides itself on offering students an interdisciplinary education with a focus on innovation and creativity. Our students and faculty from six departments and an independent PhD program think across boundaries, innovate around emerging problems and create culture that transcends convention.

CMCI strives to be a community whose excellence is premised on diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek candidates who share this commitment and demonstrate understanding of the experiences of those historically underrepresented in higher education. We welcome applications from minoritized racial and ethnic identities, ciswomen, non-normative genders and sexualities, persons with disabilities, and others who have encountered legacies of marginalization.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • Teach three journalism courses per semester
  • Do service within both the Department of Journalism, CMCI and the university as a whole.

The position will begin in August of 2024. To apply, candidates should submit a letter of application, a current CV, a portfolio of video storytelling, and evidence of teaching success including a statement that details your commitment and experience with issues of diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom and with mentoring. In addition, candidates should provide the names and contact information (affiliations and e-mail addresses) for three people who can provide recommendations if asked. The committee will begin reviewing applications on April 1. If you have any questions, please contact Department Chair Patrick Ferrucci at . Apply at  https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/?jobId=55159

March 12, 2024

University of Missouri

Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor, Public Relations

School of Journalism University of Missouri

The Missouri School of Journalism is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in public relations to start Fall 2024. The School has a long-standing reputation for providing cutting-edge research, teaching, and outreach work that influence and lead the industry. This position has been created to further the School’s mission of high-impact research activities that explore the field of public relations. The School also values research that focuses on underrepresented communities and/or vulnerable populations. Candidates may come from disciplines such as journalism, communication, strategic communication or related fields, with research expertise in public relations as broadly defined.

Qualifications and responsibilities: A Ph.D. in journalism, communication or related fields is required.

The successful candidate should have an established research program including high impact publications with primary focus in public relations or related fields. Additionally, we seek well-rounded candidates with professional work experience, such as agency, non-profit, government or corporate sector. The successful candidate should also be committed to interdisciplinary teaching, have a demonstrated ability to mentor students and help to create a climate that attracts students of diverse backgrounds. The new faculty member should have an enthusiastic desire and demonstrated ability to help expand the public relations course offerings within strategic communication and graduate curricula in areas such as crisis communication, internal/corporate communication and/or political communication, and demonstrate a willingness to seek out extramural grant funding.

About Missouri School of Journalism

Founded in 1908, the Missouri School of Journalism is the world’s oldest and leading journalism program and has been widely recognized for excellence and innovation in undergraduate and graduate education and scholarship. In its 2014 annual ranking of top journalism schools, News Pro-Radio Television Digital News Association again ranked the Missouri School of Journalism “far and away” the No. 1 journalism school in the country. The National Research Council ranks the School’s doctoral program among the top journalism/communication programs in the nation. In addition, the School’s Reynolds Journalism Institute provides state-of-the-art resources for researchers and professionals to test new ideas, uses social science research to assess their effectiveness, and delivers solutions that citizens and journalists can put to use in their communities.

Currently, the School offers academic education and practical training to more than 2,000 undergraduates and 200 graduate students. The School has a close and productive relationship with other academic units on campus, the media industry and the local community. It operates award-winning, community-based, multiplatform news outlets and produces comprehensive research-based advertising and public relations campaigns for real clients. The School also houses headquarters of prominent professional organizations, including American Society of News Editors, Investigative Reporters and Editors, Association of Health Care Journalists, and Pictures of the Year International, among others.

About Columbia, Missouri

The University of Missouri (MU or Mizzou), located in Columbia, has an enrollment of 30,000 students and is Missouri’s largest public research university. Mizzou is also the flagship campus of the four-campus University of Missouri System and one of only five universities nationwide with law, medicine, veterinary medicine and a nuclear research reactor on one campus. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities since 1908, Mizzou is considered one of the nation’s top-tier institutions.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

To Apply

Apply online (https://apptrkr.com/5086138) Search for Job ID 50834. Upload: (a) a letter of application that describes your research, teaching, and outreach/professional experiences; (b) a curriculum vitae; (c) evidence of teaching excellence; d) the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin March 23rd, and continue until the position is filled.

For position description questions or specific questions related to the search, contact Associate Professor and Search Committee Chair, Sungkyoung Lee, by email: .

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.

March 7, 2024

Arizona State University

Open Rank (Tenure-Track or Tenured) Position in Journalism
and Latin/Latin American Communities, Southwest Border Issues, Culture and Inclusion

The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University is conducting a national search for an open rank tenured or tenure-track position in journalism with a focus on Latin or Latin American communities and Southwest border issues, inclusion, culture and media.

Applicants must have a relevant Ph.D. at the time of appointment. The ideal candidate will have a professional background in any area of journalism (e.g., digital, broadcast, investigative, emerging media, magazine, or other) and the ability to teach related skills courses as well as conceptual, theoretical and methodological material at the undergraduate and graduate level, in on-campus and/or online modalities. Candidates should demonstrate a strong research agenda focused on advancing knowledge within the discipline and a commitment to principles of equity and inclusion.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Teach immersion and online courses in journalism and media at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Course assignments may include doctoral seminars in mass communication theory or methods, assisting with creating bilingual reporting experiences, as well as skills training for undergraduate and graduate students in journalism (according to the candidate’s area of expertise), journalism and media ethics, inclusivity and culture in media, and others. The candidate hired will be expected to contribute to the development of new courses as needed and to supervise student theses, applied projects and dissertations;
  • Research commensurate with the demands of a top R1 institution, with a demonstrated record of publishing in premiere scholarly journals, academic edited volumes, and participation in disciplinary conferences;
  • Established or potential for thought leadership in their area(s) of specialization within the broader field of journalism and Latin or Latin American/Southwest borderlands issues and culture;
  • Service according to rank, potentially to include serving on standing and/or ad hoc committees at the school and university level, service to the profession, and community outreach.

Required qualifications

  • Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (journalism, mass communication, media studies, or similar)

Desired qualifications

  • At least five years’ experience in any area or type of journalism, in English and/or Spanish with a focus on Latin/Latin American communities and/or Southwest border issues and culture
  • Experience teaching in both immersion (face-to-face classroom) and online environments
  • Ability to teach both skills and conceptual courses in journalism (digital, broadcast, emerging media, investigative, or other, based on the candidate’s experience and expertise), media ethics, and inclusion at the undergraduate and/or master’s level
  • Ability to teach courses in mass communication theory and methods at the doctoral level
  • Record of scholarly publications and evidence of an active research agenda

About the Cronkite School

The Cronkite School is widely recognized as one of the nation’s premier mass communications programs. Rooted in the time-honored values that characterize its namesake—accuracy, responsibility, integrity—the school fosters excellence and ethics among students as they master the professional skills they need to succeed in the digital media world of today and tomorrow.

Located on ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus in the heart of the nation’s fifth-largest city, the School has 70 full-time faculty members, more than 100 full-time professional staff and annual resources of more than $40 million. The Cronkite faculty is made up of award-winning professional journalists, strategic communications specialists and world-class media scholars. Cronkite professors include five Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists, digital media thought leaders, top TV producers and correspondents, major metropolitan newspaper editors and strategic communications experts.

More than 2,500 undergraduate, master’s and doctoral students are enrolled at Cronkite, in person and online, preparing for careers in journalism, strategic media and related communications fields. Of the undergraduate residential student population, more than 60% come from out-of-state and more than 37% are students of color. The retention rate consistently exceeds 90%, and Cronkite students regularly lead the country in national competitions.

The Cronkite School is also establishing a Center for Inclusion and Culture in Media based at the university’s California Center in downtown Los Angeles. This Center is intended to become a leading institution in research, community outreach, industry training, and lifelong learning related.

About Arizona State University

ASU is one of the largest and most innovative public research universities in the country, undertaking a bold reinvention of higher education as a New American University. With four campuses in the Phoenix metropolitan area, it serves more than 127,000 students on campus and online. For the past six years, it has been ranked No. 1 for innovation by U.S. News & World Report. In 2023 the university was designated a Hispanic Serving Institution in recognition of its enrollment and programs to support the success of Hispanic and other underserved communities.

In the last decade, ASU has developed numerous new programs and units that bridge disciplinary boundaries to enable the exploration and discovery of new knowledge, while developing practical solutions to serve Arizona and the world at large. The university has strong and simultaneous commitments to educational access, excellence, and impact, and assumes significant responsibility for the cultural, social and economic vitality of its surrounding communities.

Applications

Submission materials must include:

  • a cover letter stating qualifications and how their work would intersect with and enhance the mission of the Cronkite School and ASU;
  • curriculum vitae or resume;
  • contact information (name, address, email, telephone number) for three professional references.

The applicant’s name should appear in each uploaded file name. Cover letters may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Dawn Gilpin. Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair at .

Application deadline is March 23, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. Applicants must apply online at: http://apply.interfolio.com/141662

A background search is required for employment.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. More information can be found at https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/.

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965- 3456.

Texas Tech University

 

Assistant Professor of Practice in Public Relations & Strategic Communication Management
Requisition Number 36768BR                            

Position Description:

The Department of Public Relations & Strategic Communication Management in the College of Media & Communication at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Assistant Professor of Practice to begin September 1, 2024.

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.  The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About the College:

The College of Media & Communication (http://www.depts.ttu.edu/comc/) at Texas Tech University serves approximately 2,300 undergraduate majors in five departments, 300 M.A. students in three programs, and 35 Ph.D. students. The college’s enrollment and credit hours have grown consistently for the last seven years; the number of full-time faculty has almost tripled; the area for college facilities has increased more than 40%. CoMC is the #1 rated research unit in the TTU system per the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Ranking). Its private and state grants initiatives have skyrocketed in recent years, achieving its 2025 grants goals in fall 2020. It maintains high standards for teaching, even as its reputation as a media research center expands. CoMC metrics for student retention and graduation rates are near the top at Texas Tech in many categories. The college is proud that Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine recently ranked it 19th nationally for graduating Hispanic/Latinx students, and individuals and teams in the college have won awards for their dedication to diversity and inclusion (https://www.depts.ttu.edu/comc/diversity/). Junior faculty hires from top doctoral programs in recent years reflect this ascendance.

In addition to Hispanic and international communication, research strengths among college faculty include strategic, science/health, gaming/AI, leadership, interpersonal/organizational, and political communication as well as social scientific research methods. The college’s Center for Communication Research offers state-of-the-art facilities for studying audience responses to media messages (www.depts.ttu.edu/comc/research/ccr/). The Thomas Jay Harris Institute for Hispanic and International Communication studies and offers programs in Hispanic and international/intercultural communication (comc.ttu.edu/research/hihic).

About the Department/School/Area:

The Department of Public Relations & Strategic Communication Management (PRSC; https://www.depts.ttu.edu/comc/programs/publicrelations/) is home to more than 400 undergraduate face-to-face and distance students, with 15 full-time faculty and several adjunct instructors. The department trains students how to manage integrated communication programs, campaigns, and resources to effectively and ethically advocate for the organizations and causes that our students are passionate about. It combines the diverse expertise of both professional and research faculty members to create a rigorous curriculum that develops students’ proficiency in communication, leadership, media relations, global communication, diversity, ethics, data analysis, new technology, critical thinking, and strategic planning so that they are “client ready.”

About Lubbock:

Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions:

At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

Required Qualifications:

  1. A master’s degree in public relations, strategic communication, or a related field, or a combination of work experience and the required number of graduate-level credit hours (18) to teach undergraduate courses in the state of Texas.
  2. Professional experience in applied strategic communication settings.
  3. Demonstrated commitment to maintaining professional currency.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

  1. 10+ years of professional experience in applied strategic communication settings.
  2. Experience teaching at the university level in public relations, social media, and/or strategic communication, and/or experience teaching in industry settings.
  3. Experience mentoring undergraduate student groups.
  4. Experience establishing industry-academic partnerships.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please include the following documents in your application:

  1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Work samples or link to online portfolio
  4. Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications
  5. List of references

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Ioana Coman, Search Committee Chair, at , or 806-834-0936. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources, Talent Acquisition at or 806-742-3851.

Application Process

The deadline to submit applications is on March 31, 2024.

To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application at: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25898&siteid=5637#home

Requisition # 36768BR

University of Denver

Wolzien Visiting Professor of the Practice in Research Informed Communication

The Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies (MFJS) in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Denver offers students a robust understanding of the role of the media in contemporary society. With its emphasis on developing strong communication skills across various platforms and its grounding in the critical evaluation of media practices, the department’s offerings prepare students for the pursuit of excellence in the constantly evolving media, film, strategic communication, and journalism professions. The Department offers undergraduates degrees in film studies and production, journalism studies, media studies, and strategic communication (public relations). At the graduate level, the Department offers a Master of Arts in media and public communication (strategic communication or media and globalization emphasis) and a Master of Arts in international and intercultural communication.

Position Summary

The Department of Media, Film and Journalism Studies invites applications for a six-month appointment as the Wolzien Visiting Professor of the Practice in Research Informed Communication. The person hired in this position will teach three courses over two quarters (January to June 2025) at the University of Denver. The department seeks an accomplished journalist, strategic communication professional, or a distinguished faculty member from a nationally known university program in media, strategic communication, or journalism who has broad professional experience in research-based communication. Also critical is a commitment to championing inclusion, diversity, access, innovation, research, and public engagement. Professionals from a range of backgrounds with practical knowledge of researched-based public communication are encouraged to apply. Typically, the Visiting Professor would be expected to take a leave from their daily work duties and devote themselves to teaching, mentoring, and being involved in the DU community. However, applicants who have ongoing “projects” involving journalism or other professional work that would inform their teaching and who would be willing to involve students in their projects are strongly encouraged to apply. Prior teaching experience at the college level is not required.

The expectation is that the successful candidate will keep travel to a minimum, spending the bulk of their time in residence at DU. Visiting Professors are considered full-time faculty who are on campus most of the time, attend faculty gatherings, attend University events, and participate in intellectual and social life at DU.

The Visiting Professor fund will cover the costs of a graduate assistant with the necessary experience to help with teaching and/or research.

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will teach three face-to-face in person courses over two quarters during the 2024-2025 academic year.

The Visiting Professor will interact with MFJS undergraduate and graduate students through critiques of student work, guest visits to classes, and by serving as a career mentor to students.

The Visiting Professor will supervise student experiential learning projects involving research informed communication in their courses.

The Visiting Professor will give two public lectures, one per quarter, either focusing on their work, the state of their industry, or another important topic related to their area of expertise.

The Visiting Professor will interact with university faculty from other disciplines and may guest lecture in other units, as determined by their areas of expertise.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Experience as an accomplished journalist, strategic communication professional, or a distinguished faculty member from a nationally-known university program in media, strategic communication, or journalism who has broad professional experience in research-based communication.
  • Ability to teach two in person, face-to-face courses in one of the following specialties:
    • Multimedia Journalism
    • Data Journalism
    • Strategic Communication Seminar
    • Strategic Messaging
    • Advanced Multimedia Story Telling, etc.
  • Ability to teach one in person, face-to-face general course, open to all DU undergraduates. Preferred candidates will be able to teach a class in areas including, but not limited to:
    • Data analytics
    • Statistical analysis
    • Audience research methods
    • Historical research
    • Archival research
    • Public records research
    • Financial records reporting
    • Health information communication
    • In-depth investigative techniques/focus groups
    • Or other areas dedicated to communicating information gathered via in-depth research
  • Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse student and community populations.
  • Ability to teach two public lectures.
  • Willingness to interact with students and faculty as an in-person professor of the practice.

Required Qualifications

  • BA or similar four-year undergraduate degree and significant professional experience
  • Significant professional experience in area of expertise

Preferred Qualifications

  • National recognition as a leader in area of expertise

Working Environment

  1. Standard office environment.
  2. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
  3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

  1. Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
  2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule

While the University’s administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University’s academic calendars are posted on the registrar’s website (the law school is on a semester system and has a different academic calendar).

Statement of Other Duties Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) June 1st, 2024.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade:

The salary grade for this position is UC.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $50,000-$60,000

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:

  1. Letter of Interest that describes teaching interests and other qualifications, including a statement about the significance of the candidate’s work (2 pages maximum)
  2. Curriculum Vitae/resume
  3. Teaching Philosophy (2 pages maximum)
  4. List of sample courses the candidate could teach to MFJS students and a “research-based communication” course open to non-majors
  5. Names and contact information for three professional references that the committee can contact
  6. DEI statement outlining the candidate’s commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment (1 page maximum; please see the CAHSS DEI strategic plan here.)

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers’ Rights (“POWR”) Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver’s Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

March 4, 2024

University of Minnesota

Position Announcement

Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar in Public Relations

Postdoctoral Associate | Job Code 9546

Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication
College of Liberal Arts
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

The Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication within the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a 9-month (AY24-25 August-May) position as a Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar in Strategic Communication, with a Public Relations focus, beginning Fall 2024 (start date: 8/30/2024). This is a 100%-time appointment as a postdoctoral associate (Job Code 9546).

About the Position

At the University of Minnesota, postdoctoral associates are academic employees who conduct research, teach, or provide service that enhances career skills or allows for opportunities to learn new research or teaching techniques. They are trained by and work with a faculty mentor who collaboratively determines the training agenda. The goal of this position is to provide the candidate with advanced training in teaching courses in the School’s core curricula. Candidates will also have opportunities to join, learn from, and contribute to Hubbard’s research labs and groups, e.g., the Research in Strategic Communication (RiSC) Lab, the Minnesota Computational Advertising Lab (MCAL). Candidates who have research trajectories that align with current faculty research is a plus. The identified mentor will also help the postdoctoral fellow position their teaching and research for future opportunities.

Teaching Responsibility: 60%

  • Responsibilities include preparing courses, advising students, and teaching a minimum of four undergraduate courses in a 9-month appointment, which may include: Media in a Changing World, Principles of Strategic Communication, Public Relations Cases, Strategic Communication Campaigns, Corporate Social Responsibility Communication, Diversity and Media, and/or other key courses in the strategic communication curriculum.

Research and professional development: 40%

  • The incumbent will also engage in training and research development activities, as determined in consultation with a faculty mentor. The postdoctoral associate will work with faculty to develop professional development and research activities associated with the unit’s emerging strategic communication institute, to be announced in September 2024.

The salary range is $55,000-$65,000, and is based on education, professional experience in public relations, and teaching experience. Additional summer salary may be available over the following summer and depends on student enrollment, funding, department needs and teaching performance.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • All candidates must expect to earn a D. in Mass Communication or a related field (e.g., communication) by the appointment start-date (08/30/2024).
  • Expertise in public relations and evidence of excellence in teaching in higher education settings.

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior work experience in public relations or strategic communication professions.
  • Prior teaching and research experience in public relations or strategic communication.
  • Demonstrated potential to teach courses in the existing undergraduate curricula, including: Media in a Changing World, Principles of Strategic Communication, Public Relations Cases, Strategic Communication Campaigns, Corporate Social Responsibility Communication, Diversity and Media, and/or other key courses in the strategic communication curriculum.
  • A demonstrated commitment, knowledge, and skill in working with students to foster an environment of inclusion and belonging.
  • Engagement with new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, in classroom teaching and the study of ethics in its use is a plus.

About the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication

The Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota is part of the College of Liberal Arts and is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. Founded in 1922, the School is among the foremost journalism schools in the United States supporting an undergraduate B.A. program; a professional M.A. program in strategic communication; and a master’s and doctoral program in mass communication.

The Hubbard School is located in Murphy Hall, a state-of-the-art facility built for cutting-edge teaching and research. With more than 27,000 square feet across five floors, Murphy Hall boasts state-of-the-art multimedia classrooms; a 144-seat multimedia auditorium; a Digital Media Studio; podcasting lab; labs for imaging, graphics and communication design; the Digital Information Resource Center/Sevareid Library; the Silha Center for the Study of Media Ethics and Law; a multimedia conference center; an eye-tracking research lab; and focus group facilities.

About the College of Liberal Arts

Home to the arts, social sciences and humanities disciplines and programs, the College of Liberal Arts is the largest college in the University of Minnesota and comprises 31 academic departments, and over 20 interdisciplinary research centers and administrative/support units. CLA has over 1,300 faculty and staff spanning research, teaching, advising, outreach, and administrative functions. CLA units reside in over 20 buildings on the East Bank and West Bank of the Twin Cities campus. CLA enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate students, more than 40% of the undergraduate enrollment on the Twin Cities campus, 1,400 graduate students, and has an annual all-funds budget of $290 million.

CLA is a destination for curious, compassionate individuals who are committed to making our increasingly interdependent and diverse global community work for everyone. That foundational commitment begins in our CLA Constitution. CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints—so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in CLA

Working in CLA

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning.  We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
  • Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • University HSA contributions
  • Disability and employer-paid life insurance
  • Employee wellbeing program
  • Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
  • Financial counseling services
  • Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and curriculum vita.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.  In order to be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following materials:

  1. Cover letter
  2. Curriculum Vita
  3. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including course evaluations when available.

Please submit all files as PDFs.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail or call (612) 624-8647.

For inquiries regarding the postdoctoral teaching position, please contact Dr. María Len-Ríos, Professor and Chair of the search committee, by email:

For inquiries regarding the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication, please contact Dr. Elisia Cohen, Professor and Director of the School, by email: .

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

The University of Minnesota recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  To learn more about diversity at the University of Minnesota: http://diversity.umn.edu.

Background Check

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and eligibility to work in the United States. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here; the School of Journalism and Mass Communication anticipates not sponsoring an H-1 visa application to fill the opening which begins in August 2021. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the United States, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research.  Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, communication agencies, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

February 28, 2024

Michigan State University

Director of Marketing and Communications

POSITION SNAPSHOT

The College of Law at Michigan State University seeks an experienced and creative leader for the position of Director of Marketing and Communications. This position plays an important role in promoting the college’s mission and achievements by overseeing communications and marketing strategies across a range of platforms.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Marketing and Communications develops and implements overall internal and external communications and marketing strategies for the College of Law, aligned with the university’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities. This position has responsibility for conceptualizing and overseeing execution of initiatives that reach multiple audiences and helps elevate the college’s reputation among potential and existing students and scholars, constituents, donors, alums, and employers. Builds visibility and brand through digital and print communications, including website, videos, newsletters, social media, publications and other channels and products. Plans and implements content strategy, public relations, brand management, marketing, advertising, graphic/web design, social media, and production. Develops and implements a strategic integrated marketing and communications plan that includes the use of appropriate metrics to gauge performance and guide improvement. Leads staff of professionals with responsibilities of web management, graphic design, writing/editing and technical functions. Partners with internal stakeholders within the College of Law to help promote the diversity, equity, and inclusion mission and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan. Shapes the College of Law’s integrated communication and marketing plan by providing strategic counsel through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens. Oversees the delivery of clear, concise copy for internal and external audiences on a broad range of diversity, equity, and inclusion topics. Implements strategic communications strategies to amplify our diversity, equity, and inclusion messages.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Management of Communications Office
    Provide direction and oversee work, supervising and supporting team of staff, coordinating priorities and projects to achieve communications goals, budget oversight, ensuring brand alignment, and function of college websites.
  • Media Communications
    To present stories through various activities including content selection, creation & editing: online and print magazines, news, events, web content, videos, advertisements, various brochures, and publications, both print and digital; coordinates design, photography, budget, and printing; research audience interests and responses.
  • Developing and executing strategic communications and marketing plans for print and digital work on behalf of Admissions, Advancement, the Dean, and other organizational stakeholders.
  • Writes/edits copy for internal and external audiences on a broad range of diversity, equity, and inclusion topics. Creates content and edits emails, letters, presentations, scripts, etc., on behalf of the Dean and other organizational leaders. Writes copy as needed for recruitment materials and alumni publications.
  • Public Relations and Content Strategy/Marketing
    Achieving media coverage & external visibility through news releases, op-eds, interactions with reporters and collaboration with University Communications; oversight of social media and email strategy.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  Supervises team of 3 professional employees. Also provides supervision of freelance photographers, videographers, writers, and editors, and serves as a liaison with vendors and printers.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in English, journalism, public relations, marketing, telecommunications or communications, or a related field; five to eight years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in news media or media relations or in a field which corresponds to the particular department of employment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

  • Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a master’s degree program in English, journalism, public relations, marketing, telecommunications or communications, or a related field.
  • Significant skills or understanding in public and media relations, publication production, video production, advertising, graphic design, social media, communications analytics, or web design.
  • Application and demonstration of strong editorial judgement.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent oral, written, and digital communication skills.
  • Experience working in a higher education environment.
  • Experience in the delivery of visual and graphic content and presentations in support of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Knowledge of best practices for communication to diverse audiences.
  • Experience in the development and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy and action plans.

Applicants should apply on-line at https://careers.msu.edu/

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer

American University of Armenia Fund

Full-Time Faculty and Director of the Center of Excellence in Journalism, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS), American University of Armenia (AUA).

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at the American University of Armenia is seeking a full-time faculty in Journalism, who will also serve as the Director for its new Center of Excellence in Journalism (CEJ). They are expected to join AUA in July 2024 or shortly afterwards but no later than January 2025.

CEJ is being established in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Yerevan within the framework of the Project “Establishing a University Partnership to Create an MA Program & Center for Excellence in Journalism (CEJ) in Armenia”. It will serve as a hub for research, training, and continuous program enhancement bringing together experts in journalism education and media development to support the growth of journalism as a valued profession in Armenia. The Center will provide training and resources to practicing journalists, as well as support the design and implementation of new media initiatives. The grant also covers the development of a new MA program in Journalism that is scheduled to launch in Fall 2025. It is currently under development in partnership with Washington State University (WSU)’s Murrow College of Communication. Both the new program and the Center will contribute to preparing journalists, providing training for professional journalists, research, and outreach. AUA is also developing a new state-of-the-art Media Lab, which includes facilities for video recording, podcasting, editing, and so on.

In addition to engaging in administrative duties as Director of CEJ, in the first year, our new colleague will collaborate with faculty on program and resource development. They will also engage in a short exchange program at WSU to experience firsthand Murrow’s experiential approach to journalism education and forge collaborative ties with Murrow faculty. In addition to engaging in administrative duties, responsibilities will also include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising student capstones, pursuing a research agenda, and serving the university and the profession.

Candidates should have significant professional experience as a working journalist, as well as teaching experience. The candidate’s rank will be determined based on their qualifications and experience.

Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with university-wide pay scale, qualifications and experience. AUA offers an extensive benefits package to international hires, including a housing allowance and an international travel allowance.

To apply: The following documents should be sent to , with the subject heading “Director CEJ”. The deadline for receiving applications is April 1, 2024. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by e-mail.

  • A letter of application outlining vision for the position
  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Statement of teaching
  • Statement of research
  • Names and contact information for three referees

Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia (AUA) provides a high-quality, graduate and undergraduate education.  AUA’s mission is to bring American-style education to Armenia, with the goal of preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values and develops academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, leadership, and service to society. AUA benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California, which has greatly influenced its academic development and provides legal and investment-related support.

AUA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active non-discrimination program within the institution.

The BA in English and Communications Program of the American University of Armenia (AUA) (http://aua.am/ba-english-and-communications/) is seeking applicants for an open-rank full-time faculty position starting in August 2024.

The candidate will teach undergraduate classes in English & Communications, as well as graduate classes in AUA’s Journalism MA program, scheduled to launch in Fall 2025. They will also serve as the director of AUA’s new Center for Excellence in Journalism. A collaboration between AUA and its funding partner, the US Embassy, this Center seeks to provide training for professional journalists in Armenia, to promote journalistic ethics and media literacy, and to combat disinformation. The Center director will also have access to the resources available through AUA’s new state-of-the-art Media Lab, which includes facilities for video recording, podcasting, editing, and more.

This position will also involve teaching five classes per academic year, engaging in program development and university service, and pursuing an active research agenda. In the first year, they will work with colleagues from AUA and Washington State University’s Murrow College of Communication to develop the curriculum for the Journalism MA program.

Documented excellence in teaching is required; preference will be given to candidates with experience in teaching non-native English speakers and/or conducting academic duties in an international setting.

Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with university-wide pay scale, qualifications and experience. AUA offers an extensive benefits package to international hires, including a housing allowance and an international travel allowance.

To apply: A letter of application including a description of the candidate’s research agenda, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a Curriculum Vitae with the names and contact information for three referees should be sent to , with the subject heading “BA in English and Communications”. Applications received by April 1, 2024 will be given priority. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by e-mail.

Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia (AUA) provides a high-quality, graduate and undergraduate education.  AUA’s mission is to bring American-style education to Armenia, with the goal of preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values and develops academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, leadership, and service to society. AUA benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California, which has greatly influenced its academic development and provides legal and investment-related support.

American University of Armenia Fund

Full-Time Faculty and Inaugural Chair, MA Program in Journalism, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS), American University of Armenia (AUA).

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at the American University of Armenia is seeking a full-time faculty in Journalism who will also serve as the Inaugural Chair of its new MA program in Journalism scheduled to launch in Fall 2025. They are expected to join AUA in July 2024 or shortly afterwards but no later than January 2025.

The MA program in Journalism is currently under development in collaboration with Washington State University (WSU)’s Murrow College of Communication, with funding received from the U.S. Department of State within the framework of the Project “Establishing a University Partnership to Create an MA Program & Center for Excellence in Journalism (CEJ) in Armenia” implemented in partnership with the U.S. Embassy Yerevan. A Center of Excellence in Journalism is also being launched under the same grant. Both the new program and the Center will contribute to preparing journalists, providing training for professional journalists, research, and outreach. AUA is also developing a new state-of-the-art Media Lab, which includes facilities for video recording, podcasting, editing, and so on.

Our new colleague will collaborate with faculty on program and resource development. They will also engage in a short exchange program at WSU in their first year to experience firsthand Murrow’s experiential approach to journalism education and forge collaborative ties with Murrow faculty. In addition to engaging in administrative duties, responsibilities will also include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising student capstones, pursuing a research agenda, and serving the university and the profession.

Candidates should have significant professional experience as a working journalist, as well as teaching experience. The candidate’s rank will be determined based on their qualifications and experience.

Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with university-wide pay scale, qualifications and experience. AUA offers an extensive benefits package to international hires, including a housing allowance and an international travel allowance.

To apply: The following documents should be sent to , with the subject heading “Inaugural Chair MA in Journalism”. The deadline for receiving applications is April 1, 2024. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by e-mail.

  • A letter of application outlining vision for the position
  • Current curriculum vitae
  • Statement of teaching
  • Statement of research
  • Names and contact information for three referees

Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia (AUA) provides a high-quality, graduate and undergraduate education.  AUA’s mission is to bring American-style education to Armenia, with the goal of preparing Armenian citizens and those of the region to address the needs of sustainable development in an environment that values and develops academic excellence, free inquiry, integrity, scholarship, leadership, and service to society. AUA benefits from a formal affiliation with the University of California, which has greatly influenced its academic development and provides legal and investment-related support.

AUA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active non-discrimination program within the institution.