Purdue University Northwest

Assistant Professor of Communication

Job Summary:

The Purdue University Northwest Department of Communication and Creative Arts invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor candidates with a record research or professional practice, pedagogy, and teaching experience in broadcasting and journalism. The ideal candidate has documented experience in TV broadcasting production.

Classes in broadcasting and journalism are the main responsibility. This position will be expected to teach the development and production of The Roundtable Perspective, a student-produced, public access talk show with new episodes airing once a week on Lakeshore Public Media (PBS). The position will also provide traditional and innovative support for The Pioneer, PNW’s monthly student-produced newspaper. From a larger perspective, this position requires a generalist’s approach to Communication as a multifaceted, interdisciplinary subject. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable knowledge in Visual Communication Design, Strategic Communication, and/or Public Advocacy.

Responsibilities:

  • This position will entail a 3-3 course load.
  • The incumbent will teach with professional tools and demonstrate high-level proficiency and/or professional experience in some combination of following areas: TV broadcasting, journalism, reporting, media production, content creation, video editing, publication design.
  • There is an expectation of service engagement including at the department, College, and University levels.
  • The incumbent will be an active scholar-practitioner who contributes to nationally recognized research within their field.

Qualifications:

  • Candidates must possess the terminal degree in their field of study (PhD, MA, MFA)
  • Significant professional experience (minimum of 7 years) may be considered in place of academic or degree qualifications for the right candidate.
  • Evidence of teaching at the college level- Demonstrated understanding of traditional journalism and research practices
  • Experience with TV broadcasting and/or media production- Documented expertise in the manipulation of video, text, and imagery

University Profile:

Purdue University Northwest (PNW), a premier metropolitan university located in Northwest Indiana, is dedicated to empowering transformational change in its students on its two campuses in Hammond and Westville, Indiana. Part of the Purdue University system and offering more than 70 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, PNW is committed to academic excellence, supports growth, and celebrates diversity. PNW’s colleges, schools and centers are distinguished through prestigious accreditations, national recognitions, and competitive rankings.

PNW’s Hammond campus is located only 30 miles from Chicago with the Westville branch campus just 15 miles from the Indiana Dunes National Park. Fostering a university community full of contrasts—urban and rural, industrial and natural, with a well-established history and forward-thinking mindset—PNW’s two campuses serve its students, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college to make the most of this rich range of resources. Moreover, PNW has been designated as a Hispanic-serving public institution dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and under-served student population.

College Profile:

The College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences serves over 1,400 undergraduate students and 170 graduate students across a wide range of programs. Departments and Schools within the college include:- Behavioral Sciences- Communication and Creative Arts- English and World Languages- History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics- Psychology- School of Education & Counseling The College houses the Community Counseling Center that provides quality affordable mental health services and the Institute for Social and Policy Research, which uses social science and policy analysis methods to find solutions to educational, social, and health-related challenges facing the citizens of Northwest Indiana and the Chicago metropolitan region. The college is also home to the Willie T. Donald Exoneration Advisory Coalition to support those who have been wrongfully convicted in the state of Indiana.

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of interest: provide a broad overview of your qualifications and interests as a practitioner and educator
  • Portfolio of broadcasting, research, and/or professional experience: provide examples of your work.
  • Names and contact information of 3 professional references
  • Syllabi for relevant past courses

The Communication and Creative Arts department will have a booth at the NCA 2024 110th Annual Convention at the New Orleans Marriott. The date and time of the Career Fair is Friday Nov. 22, 2024, from 9:00am-12:00pm.

All inquiries, nominations, and applications will remain confidential; references will not be contacted without notice. Position inquiries may be addressed to Catherine Gillotti, Search Committee Chair-

Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

University of Notre Dame

Assistant Professor in Asian Studies

Open Date: Sep 10, 2024

Deadline: Oct 31, 2024, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description:

The University of Notre Dame’s Keough School of Global Affairs invites applicants for two Assistant Professors focused in the areas of media and communication studies and translation studies, with regional specialization in Asia. We seek candidates who pursue an active, interdisciplinary research agenda informed by relevant critical theory, contributing to the understanding of the role of media, communication, and/or translation in public and private life and in global affairs. We are especially interested in scholars whose work brings together aspects of East Asian or South Asian cultures with aspects of the study of politics and the concept of democracy. Duties include research, teaching and service.

The professorship will be based in the https://keough.nd.edu/, which promotes interdisciplinary and policy-relevant research on critical issues in global affairs, transformative educational programs, and partnerships for global engagement. The Keough School approaches global affairs and development through a focus on integrated human development, which is also central to the University of Notre Dame’s mission. The successful candidate will also be appointed as an affiliated faculty member of the Keough School’s Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies, which provides a forum for integrated and multidisciplinary research and teaching on Asia, both within the Keough School and across the University as a whole.

Qualifications:

The University of Notre Dame’s Keough School of Global Affairs invites applicants for two Assistant Professors focused in the areas of media and communication studies and translation studies, with regional specialization in Asia. We seek candidates who pursue an active, interdisciplinary research agenda informed by relevant critical theory, contributing to the understanding of the role of media, communication, and/or translation in public and private life and in global affairs. We are especially interested in scholars whose work brings together aspects of East Asian or South Asian cultures with aspects of the study of politics and the concept of democracy. Duties include research, teaching and service.

The professorship will be based in the https://keough.nd.edu/, which promotes interdisciplinary and policy-relevant research on critical issues in global affairs, transformative educational programs, and partnerships for global engagement. The Keough School approaches global affairs and development through a focus on integrated human development, which is also central to the University of Notre Dame’s mission. The successful candidate will also be appointed as an affiliated faculty member of the Keough School’s Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies, which provides a forum for integrated and multidisciplinary research and teaching on Asia, both within the Keough School and across the University as a whole.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5665908

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

Indiana University Bloomington

Assistant Professor (tenure-track position in social media)

Department: The Media School, Indiana University

Location: Bloomington, Indiana

Position summary: The Media School at Indiana University-Bloomington seeks a tenure-track assistant professor with expertise in social media research. We enthusiastically invite applications from the rich tapestry of methodological and philosophical perspectives, whether rooted in social science, the humanities, or the exciting spaces in between. What interests us most is welcoming a colleague who demonstrates innovative approaches to the evolving media landscape, including but not limited to the rapidly evolving role of social media platforms in society, the role of social media as a vehicle of political and social change, the increasing prominence of artificial intelligence in social communication, the legal frameworks of social media platforms, or the interactions of social media with journalism, entertainment, and other forms of media production.

The chosen applicant will be expected to maintain a productive research program, effectively teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor students, and engage with colleagues in the service of the school and university’s mission. Interest and activity toward external funding is preferred. External funding is conceived broadly to include government, foundation, and other private sources.

About the School: The Media School combines a long-standing tradition of excellence in journalism, film, gaming, and communications with a commitment to digital and interactive media studies. It fosters a multidisciplinary approach to education and research, equipping students with the theoretical and practical tools necessary to lead and innovate in the media landscape of tomorrow. Faculty members are distinguished for their scholarly contributions and their dedication to teaching, offering a dynamic environment for engaging with media theory, production, and design. The Media School is home to the Center for Documentary Research and Practice, the Center for International Media Law and Policy Studies, the Institute for Communication Research, the Michael I. Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism, the National Sports Journalism Center, the Observatory on Social Media, and the Black Film Center & Archive.

The school serves more than 2,100 undergraduate majors in four degree programs (Journalism, Media, Game Design, and Cinematic Arts) incorporating 11 concentrations. It also offers graduate degrees (M.A., M.S. and Ph.D.) to approximately 75 graduate students, of whom two-thirds are in a doctoral program. Our state-of-the-art facilities include equipment for television, film and audio production, game design and communication research. The school is home to about 70 faculty members and 50 staff members, all working to foster excellence in the practice and study of the media arts and sciences. Faculty members maintain active programs of research cutting across the social sciences and critical humanities, teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to service at the school, campus, and national/international levels. Areas of current faculty focus include media management, media psychology, advertising analytics, environmental communication, political communication, journalism studies, health communication, communication technology, children and media, game studies, public relations, and visual communication.

University and Community Setting: Nestled in the lively community of Bloomington, our university campus is renowned for its stunning limestone architecture and scenic natural landscapes, including lush woods and flowing rivers. It is often celebrated as one of the most beautiful campuses globally. This setting fosters a culture of inclusivity and emphasizes the importance of both the arts and sciences. We highly value candidates who contribute to these fields through their academic pursuits and community involvement.

Bloomington is a vibrant midsize city located within driving distance of Indianapolis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Louisville. Our community is small yet welcoming, with people from all over the world. Bloomington features an active arts community, with several independent music and performance venues and one of the best university cinemas in the country. We boast an array of eclectic restaurants and craft breweries. Southern Indiana is also home to beautiful scenery, and residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities.

Qualifications:

  • PhD in media-related field must be completed by the date of appointment
  • Demonstrated potential or established record in research productivity
  • Effective teaching skills adaptable to various learning environments

Application Documents:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research and teaching statement
  • Samples of published scholarship/work-in-progress (no more than three items)
  • List of three academic references

Applications received by the deadline of October 1, 2024, will be given full consideration. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately after the deadline, and the position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should submit application materials online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25153. The expected start date is August 1, 2025.

Questions regarding the position or application process should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Mike Gruszczynski, The Media School, Indiana University, at .

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

For any positions that will include tenure, before a conditional offer of employment is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct.  They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines.  The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously.

Indiana University Bloomington

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Digital Video Storytelling (non-tenure track)

Department: The Media School, Indiana University

Location: Bloomington, Indiana

Position summary: The Media School at Indiana University Bloomington invites experienced broadcast and/or digital video practitioners to apply for a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in Digital Video Storytelling.

We seek candidates with considerable professional on-camera experience in broadcasting or social media video who have demonstrated skills in creating and leveraging social media video content in professional media settings. The preferred candidate is a mid-career media professional who will maintain an active industry presence as a professional media content creator while teaching and mentoring Media School students in areas such as video-based social media content, on-camera skills, on-camera interviewing, and social media content editing.

Additionally, preferred candidates will have demonstrated experience in teaching and mentoring young professionals, including prior teaching experience at the university level. A bachelor’s degree is required and an advanced degree preferred, though not mandatory.

About the School: The Media School proudly offers highly-regarded academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in advertising, journalism, public relations, sports media, film, game design, and social and digital media. The school provides classroom instruction and hands-on experiential training for more than 2100 students and features world-class media facilities and equipment. Media School alumni work in key roles across media industries, including leading figures in broadcasting, advertising, filmmaking, public relations, journalism, and digital production.

The Media School is home to about 70 faculty members and 50 staff members, all working to foster excellence in the practice and study of the media arts and sciences. The school also houses the Center for Documentary Research and Practice, the Center for International Media Law and Policy Studies, the Institute for Communication Research, the Michael I. Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism, the National Sports Journalism Center, the Observatory on Social Media, and the Black Film Center & Archive.

University and Community Setting: Nestled in the lively community of Bloomington, our university campus is renowned for its stunning limestone architecture and scenic natural landscapes, including lush woods and flowing rivers. It is often celebrated as one of the most beautiful campuses globally. This setting fosters a culture of inclusivity and emphasizes the importance of both the arts and sciences. We highly value candidates who contribute to these fields through their academic pursuits and community involvement.

Bloomington is a vibrant midsize city located within driving distance of Indianapolis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Louisville. Our community is small yet welcoming, with people from

all over the world. Bloomington features an active arts community, with several independent music and performance venues and one of the best university cinemas in the country. We boast an array of eclectic restaurants and craft breweries. Southern Indiana is also home to beautiful scenery, and residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a pertinent field of study is required; advanced degree preferred
  • Substantial industry expertise in producing social media video content
  • Established record or demonstrated potential of effective teaching abilities
  • Active and ongoing creative agenda reflecting an intention to remain up to date on industry developments

Application documents:

  • Cover letter
  • Resumé or curriculum vitae
  • Teaching statement
  • List of academic and/or professional references

The teaching statement should describe why you want to teach and reflect on your philosophy of teaching and learning as well as concrete ways you have put that into practice. Applicants are encouraged to include examples of classroom experience, mentorship, work with professional organizations, contributions to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and other contributions to the industry.

Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications received by the deadline of October 1, 2024, will be given full consideration. Interested candidates should submit application materials online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25154. The expected start date is August 1, 2025.

Questions regarding this position or the application process should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Galen Clavio, at . See more about The Media School at https://mediaschool.indiana.edu/index.html.

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Diversity and inclusion are central to The Media School’s mission.

Indiana University Bloomington

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (open-rank tenure/tenure-track position in social science)

Department: The Media School, Indiana University Location: Bloomington, Indiana

Position summary: The Media School at Indiana University’s flagship Bloomington campus is pleased to announce an open-rank tenure/tenure-track faculty search for an outstanding scholar, instructor, and colleague who studies media through the lens of social science. We encourage applications from the dynamic, innovative, and collegial, regardless of their preferred social scientific methodology or topical domain of media expertise. The successful candidate may ultimately complement existing approaches to the scientific study and instruction of media in our school or bring entirely novel competencies and interests to bear.

In sum, we seek a high-performing faculty member with a stellar social scientific research record (or strong signs of the capacity to produce such a record) in the broad area of mediated communication and are open to a variety of methodological and topical foci. The chosen applicant will be expected to maintain a productive research program, effectively teach both undergraduate and graduate students, and enthusiastically serve the university, profession, and wider-community.

An established record of external funding is expected for senior applicants (e.g., advanced associate professors, full professors). Interest and activity toward external funding is preferred for junior applicants (e.g., doctoral candidates, assistant professors). External funding is conceived broadly to include government, foundation, and other private sources.

About the School: The Media School combines a long-standing tradition of excellence in journalism, film, gaming, and communications with a commitment to digital and interactive media studies. It fosters a multidisciplinary approach to education and research, equipping students with the theoretical and practical tools necessary to lead and innovate in the media landscape of tomorrow. Faculty members are distinguished for their scholarly contributions and their dedication to teaching, offering a dynamic environment for engaging with media theory, production, and design. The Media School is home to the Center for Documentary Research and Practice, the Center for International Media Law and Policy Studies, the Institute for Communication Research, the Michael I. Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism, the National Sports Journalism Center, the Observatory on Social Media, and the Black Film Center & Archive.

The school serves more than 2,100 undergraduate majors in four degree programs (Journalism, Media, Game Design, and Cinematic Arts) incorporating 11 concentrations. It also offers graduate degrees (M.A., M.S. and Ph.D.) to approximately 75 graduate students, of whom two-thirds are in a doctoral program. Our state-of-the-art facilities include equipment for television, film and audio production, game design and communication research. The school is home to about 70 faculty members and 50 staff members, all working to foster excellence in the practice and study of the media arts and sciences. Faculty members maintain active programs of research cutting across the social sciences and critical humanities, teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to service at the school, campus, and national/international levels. Areas of current faculty focus include media management, media psychology, advertising analytics, environmental communication, political communication, journalism studies, health communication, communication technology, children and media, game studies, public relations, and visual communication.

University and Community Setting: Nestled in the lively community of Bloomington, our university campus is renowned for its stunning limestone architecture and scenic natural landscapes, including lush woods and flowing rivers. It is often celebrated as one of the most beautiful campuses globally. This setting fosters a culture of inclusivity and emphasizes the importance of both the arts and sciences. We highly value candidates who contribute to these fields through their academic pursuits and community involvement.

Bloomington is a vibrant midsize city located within driving distance of Indianapolis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Louisville. Our community is small yet welcoming, with people from all over the world. Bloomington features an active arts community, with several independent music and performance venues and one of the best university cinemas in the country. We boast an array of eclectic restaurants and craft breweries. Southern Indiana is also home to beautiful scenery, and residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities.

Qualifications:

  • PhD in media-related field must be completed by the date of appointment
  • Demonstrated potential or established record in research productivity
  • Effective teaching skills adaptable to various learning environments

Application Documents:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research and teaching statement
  • Samples of published scholarship/work-in-progress (no more than three items)
  • List of three academic references

Applications received by the deadline of October 1, 2024, will be given full consideration. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately after the deadline, and the position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should submit application materials online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25155. The expected start date is August 1, 2025.

Questions regarding the position or application process should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Professor and Director of Communication Science, Dr. Paul Wright, The Media School, Indiana University, at

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Diversity and inclusion are central to The Media School’s mission.

For any positions that will include tenure, before a conditional offer of employment is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously.