Kansas State University

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position

Advertising and Public Relations

The A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication at Kansas State University seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Advertising and Public Relations (Ad & PR).  The successful candidate will teach a variety of core advertising and public relations courses in the newly redesigned curriculum, develop graduate and undergraduate electives in the area of interest, have research interests in strategic communication (e.g. health/risk/crisis communication, reputation management, advertising and brand communication), digital innovation, emerging media, and related areas that align with the current faculty research focus. They will also demonstrate the potential to advance Kansas State University’s Next-Gen goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A doctorate in mass communication, communication, or related field. ABD applicants, with an effective research record, teaching experience, and the expectation of completing the doctoral degree by August 2025, will be considered. For these candidates, cover letters should outline plans and timelines for degree completion and at least one referee should be able to confirm said timelines.
  • Prior experience teaching courses similar to those in the Advertising and Public Relations Degree Program at the A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication.
  • Evidence of a programmatic line of research and/or creative work and/or evidence of a likely research and creative work agenda sufficient to earn tenure.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively as a part of a dynamic and engaged faculty and staff team.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$75,00-$80,000

For the full announcement, please visit https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-manhattan-kansas-united-states-d1a74504-30eb-4ce2-8897-fa297a74620d

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Kansas State University

Professor of Practice and Chief Operating Officer

The A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication seeks a talented and credentialed industry expert to serve as Professor of Practice and Chief Operating Officer of KSDB, Wildcat 91.9 FM. The COO serves as the executive officer of the nation’s oldest continually running student-operated radio station. You will work closely with a board of student executives, a dedicated and innovative faculty, passionate alumni and friends and a committed group of student support staff all committed to making what’s next in Media and Communication in line with Kansas State University’s Next-Gen goals.

Wildcat 91.9 is part of Wildcat Electronic Media, a cooperative of radio, television and online student media outlets. Students at the A.Q. Miller School learn across platforms and this position works collaboratively with our other student media outlets.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experience with multiple radio interface systems such as Nexgen, GSelector and Adobe products or similar
  • Experience in student media
  • A master’s in media, communication, broadcasting or similar prior to hire date
  • 3-5 years’ experience in radio and/or media production
  • Experience in budget and assets management, including fundraising and/or underwriting
  • Demonstrated supervisory experience

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$65,000-$75,000

For the full announcement, please visit https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/professor-of-practice-chief-operating-officer-of-ksdb-manhattan-kansas-united-states

University of Kansas

Assistant or Associate Professor – Public Relations

28819BR

Journalism

Position Overview

The William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Kansas seeks an engaged, dynamic, and experienced scholar in public relations to join our faculty. The successful applicant will join our award-winning faculty in the Digital Marketing Communications, Advertising, and Public Relations concentration.

Appointment at a particular level will be based on an applicant’s research/creative portfolio and teaching record. Each position is full-time, tenure-track to begin August 18, 2025.

The School carries an atmosphere of collegiality that is supportive of an environment which is inclusive, interdisciplinary, and collaborative. Applicants who demonstrate teaching and research in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: general or specialized public relations, data analytics, emergent media practices, sports media, and/or visual communication. You will have colleagues who share your excitement about working with students, discovering and testing media developments for the future, and are eager to create new ways to understand and engage audiences.

Teaching and Research Strategic Areas: The successful candidates will engage with students to understand public relations, especially in areas of strategy, social media, or data analytics. We also are seeking scholars with an interest in research that intersects with one or more of KU’s strategic research investment and impact areas: Development Across the Lifespan, Earth, Energy + Environment, Human Experience in the Digital Age, Molecules + Medicines, and Security + Safety. For more information, https://research.ku.edu/themes-impact

Successful applicants will have a PhD in journalism, mass communication, law, marketing, or related field. Applicants are encouraged to outline areas of interests in their application materials. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment.

Founded in 1865, KU is one of only 34 public members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). The University enrolls more than 27,000 students and offers students and faculty opportunities to collaborate in its graduate and professional programs that include education, public health, medicine, law, and a number of allied social science disciplines. KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great https://humanresources.ku.edu/benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!

Job Description

40% Teaching:

  • Teach courses and developing curriculum in undergraduate and graduate program, in-person and virtually, based upon needs of the School
  • Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
  • Hold regular office hours

40% Research:

  • Demonstrate sustained productivity through publications, sponsored projects/grants, papers and presentations for national and international academic and professional audiences, or sustained creative work recognized at the national or international level

20% Service:

  • Participate in the regular academic activities of the School, including committee assignments and major School functions
  • Provide general service to the School and University
  • Serve on and chair graduate committees
  • Professional service in academic, professional and/or media organizations

Required Qualifications

Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of research/creative work and teaching in letter of application, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity included in CV and (3) information provided from three professional references.

For appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor:

  • PhD degree in journalism, communication, sports management, or related field by start date of appointment.
  • Demonstrated (or high potential for) teaching excellence in a university setting including the ability to develop and teach online courses.
  • Demonstrated (or high potential for) research success as shown through publications, portfolio, awards, research grants, or working papers.
  • Three years of full-time professional experience in media, communication, or a related field. For appointment at the rank of Associate Professor:
  • PhD in journalism, communication, sports management, or related field
  • Record of productive teaching excellence in a university setting including the ability to develop and teach online courses
  • Three years of full-time professional experience in media, communication, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated excellence in research as shown through publications, portfolio, awards research grants, or working papers that have either enabled the candidate to be successfully promoted to Associate Professor at a research-oriented university of a similar or higher research profile as the University of Kansas, or meet the expectations in professional experience for qualification.

Contact Information to Applicants

Additional Candidate Instruction

To apply and for more information, go to https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25752&siteid=5539&Areq=28819BR. Please submit the following application materials for consideration: 1) a cover letter describing your research/sustained creative work, teaching experience and philosophy, 2) a CV, 3) a list of three professional references, and 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Review of applications begins Oct. 1, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled.

To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date. Please direct questions to .

#LI-HR1

Application Review Begins

01-Oct-2024

Anticipated Start Date

18-Aug-2025

Position Number

TBD

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

FTE

1.0

Reg/Temp

Regular

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, , Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5648563

University of Kansas

Assistant or Associate Professor – Sports Media & Society Journalism

28820BR

Position Overview

The William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Kansas seeks an engaged, dynamic, and experienced scholar in sports media to join our faculty. We’re not only growing our Sports Media & Society concentration, we are transforming how we view sports media in society. Our new concentration opens the world of sports media for students, journalists, and marketing communicators. Beyond the game, we are looking for scholars who can teach about and create experiences of not only the games but of better understanding of the complex world of sports behind the scenes.

Appointment at a particular level will be based on an applicant’s research/creative portfolio and teaching record. Each position is full-time, tenure-track to begin August 18, 2025.

The School carries an atmosphere of collegiality that is supportive of an environment which is inclusive, interdisciplinary, and collaborative. Applicants who demonstrate teaching, research or creativity expertise in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: sports media, sports marketing, sports management, data analytics, ethics and law, visual communication, and/or emergent media practices. You will have colleagues who share your excitement about working with students, discovering and testing media developments for the future, and are eager to create new ways to understand and engage audiences.

Teaching and Research Strategic Areas: The successful candidates will engage with students to understand sports media and society. We also are seeking scholars with an interest in research that intersects with one or more of KU’s strategic research investment and impact areas: Development Across the Lifespan, Earth, Energy + Environment, Human Experience in the Digital Age, Molecules + Medicines, and Security + Safety. For more information, https://research.ku.edu/themes-impact

Successful applicants will have a PhD in journalism, mass communication, sports management, or related field. Applicants are encouraged to outline areas of interests in their application materials. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment.

Founded in 1865, KU is one of only 34 public members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). The University enrolls more than 27,000 students and offers students and faculty opportunities to collaborate in its graduate and professional programs that include education, public health, medicine, law, and a number of allied social science disciplines. KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great https://humanresources.ku.edu/benefitsto employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!

Job Description

40% Teaching:

  • Teach courses and developing curriculum in undergraduate and graduate program, in- person and virtually, based upon needs of the School
  • Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
  • Hold regular office hours

40% Research:

  • Demonstrate sustained productivity through publications, sponsored projects/grants, papers and presentations for national and international academic and professional audiences, or sustained creative work recognized at the national or international level

20% Service:

  • Participate in the regular academic activities of the School, including committee assignments and major School functions
  • Provide general service to the School and University
  • Serve on and chair graduate committees
  • Professional service in academic, professional and/or media organizations

Required Qualifications

Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of research/creative work and teaching in letter of application, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity included in CV and (3) information provided from three professional references.

For appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor:

  • PhD degree in journalism, communication, sports management, or related field by start date of appointment.
  • Demonstrated (or high potential for) teaching excellence in a university setting including the ability to develop and teach online courses.
  • Demonstrated (or high potential for) research success as shown through publications, portfolio, awards, research grants, or working papers.
  • Three years of full-time professional experience in media, communication, or a related field.

For appointment at the rank of Associate Professor:

  • PhD in journalism, communication, sports management, or related field
  • Record of productive teaching excellence in a university setting including the ability to develop and teach online courses
  • Three years of full-time professional experience in media, communication, or a related
  • Demonstrated excellence in research as shown through publications, portfolio, awards research grants, or working papers that have either enabled the candidate to be successfully promoted to Associate Professor at a research-oriented university of a similar or higher research profile as the University of Kansas or meet the expectations in professional experience for qualification.

Contact Information to Applicants

Additional Candidate Instruction

To apply and for more information, go to https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25752&siteid=5539&Areq=28820BR. Please submit the following application materials for consideration: 1) a cover letter describing your research/sustained creative work, teaching experience and philosophy, 2) a CV, 3) a list of three professional references, and 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Review of applications begins Oct. 1, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled.

To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date. Please direct questions to

#LI-HR1

Application Review Begins

01-Oct-2024

Anticipated Start Date

18-Aug-2025

Position Number

TBD

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

FTE

1.0

Reg/Temp

Regular

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Employee Class

F-Faculty

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5648293

University of Kansas

Director of Professional Graduate Studies – Professor of the Practice

Position Overview

The William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Kansas (KU) is seeking an innovative and experienced leader to serve as Director of Professional Graduate Studies and Professor of the Practice (Open Rank). The Director will manage our online master’s program in Digital and Integrated Marketing Communications (DIMC) overseeing all aspects of the program including curriculum innovation, recruitment and professional engagements. A signature online degree program of KU’s Jayhawk Global, DIMC has been named one of the Best Online Marketing Master’s Degrees of 2024 by Forbes. In particular, we are looking for a creative and dynamic thinker who will shepherd the School’s continued growth in professional graduate education and elevate it to the next level.

If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

Founded in 1865, the University of Kansas is the state’s flagship university and one of only 34 public members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). The University enrolls more than 27,000 students and offers students and faculty opportunities to collaborate in its graduate and professional programs that include education, public health, medicine, law, and a number of allied social science disciplines. At KU we make it our mission to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world. We aspire to be an exceptional learning community that lifts each other and advances society. KU’s strategic plan Jayhawks Rising is focused on objectives to accomplish this vision through three mission-based priorities of student success, healthy and vibrant communities, research, and discovery. KU’s research residential campus is in the center of a vibrant and culturally-rich community, a quintessential college town. Visitors, students and new employees from outside the area enjoy discovering the many wonders of Lawrence, including a thriving downtown, various local and regional events, area lakes, vibrant arts and music scenes, and an indelible history. Lawrence is located 45 minutes west of Kansas City and 30 minutes east of Topeka, the state capital. Along with the music, arts, culture and sports experiences offered at KU and in Lawrence, the short drive to Kansas City provides quick access to historic jazz clubs, museums, world-class music and theatre venues, and professional sports teams.

Job Description

This position comes with a teaching load of 3-4 courses per year as part of the Professor of the Practice role. Applicants who demonstrate scholarly/creative works in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: digital marketing communications, social media strategy, data analytics, emergent media practices, public relations and/or audience engagements. You will have colleagues who share your excitement about working with students, discovering and testing media developments for the future, and are eager to create new ways to understand and engage audiences.

This is a full-time, 12-month career/specialty faculty position to begin August 18, 2025. This position is limited term and may be appointed for up to an initial three-year period with an opportunity for extension/renewal after a comprehensive review. Successful applicants will have a Master’s degree in journalism, mass communication, marketing communications, information science or a related field. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

60% Administration/Service:

  • Serve as the central source of professional graduate information within the School
  • Coordinate recruitment activities for professional graduate programs
  • Coordinate course scheduling for professional graduate programs
  • Identify and develop new opportunities for cutting-edge professional education and professional upskilling (degree/certificate programs or non-degree professional development workshops)
  • Work with graduate faculty, professionals, and the Professional Graduate Program Advisory Board for curriculum innovation
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the School’s professional graduate education and the University’s Office of Graduate Studies
  • Participate in the regular academic activities of the School, including committee assignments and major School functions
  • Engage in professional service in academic, professional and/or media organizations

40% Teaching:

  • Teach 3-4 courses a year in undergraduate and/or graduate programs, in-person and/or virtually, based upon needs of the School
  • Contribute to curriculum innovation and development
  • Hold regular office hours

Required Qualifications

Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of research/creative work and teaching in letter of application, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity included in CV and (3) information provided from three professional references.

  1. A master’s degree in journalism, mass communication, marketing communications, information science or a related field
  2. Rank of position will be determined based upon years of qualified professional experience in digital marketing communications, social media strategy, data analytics, emergent media practices, public relations and/or audience engagements, or related fields:
    • Assistant Professor of the Practice: 3 – 5 years
    • Associate Professor of the Practice: 6 – 15 years
    • Professor of the Practice: 16+ years
  3. Evidence that demonstrates the ability to teach multiple courses in digital marketing communications, emerging media or related areas
  4. A record of strong connections to digital marketing communications or emerging media professionals/professional organizations

Additional Candidate Instructions

Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete online application will include:

  1. A cover letter/letter of application addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
  2. Curriculum vitae.
  3. A list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number)

Initial review of applications will begin October 1, 2024, and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date. Please direct questions to .

The School is currently seeking applicants for both Director/Professor of the Practice and Director/Tenured Professor roles. However, please note that there will ultimately only be a hire for one of these roles. The decision will be based on the qualifications and fit of the applicants, ensuring selection of the best candidate to meet the School’s needs. Please find the job posting links below:

#LI-HR

Contact Information to Applicants

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Application Review Begins

Tuesday October 1, 2024

Anticipated Start Date

Monday August 18, 2025

Posting Information

  • Posting ID:  28792BR
  • Department:  Journalism
  • Primary Campus:  University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
  • Reg/Temp:  Regular
  • Employee Class:  F-Faculty
  • Review Begins:  01-Oct-2024

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, , Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

University of Kansas

Director of Professional Graduate Studies – Tenured Associate Professor Journalism

Position Overview

The William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Kansas (KU) is seeking an innovative and experienced leader to serve as Director of Professional Graduate Studies and Tenured Associate Professor in the School. The Director will manage our online master’s program in Digital and Integrated Marketing Communications (DIMC) overseeing all aspects of the program including curriculum innovation, recruitment and professional engagements. A signature online degree program of KU’s Jayhawk Global, DIMC has been named one of the Best Online Marketing Master’s Degrees of 2024 by Forbes. In particular, we are looking for a creative and dynamic thinker who will shepherd the School’s continued growth in professional graduate education and elevate it to the next level.

If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

Founded in 1865, the University of Kansas is the state’s flagship university and one of only 34 public members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). The University enrolls more than 27,000 students and offers students and faculty opportunities to collaborate in its graduate and professional programs that include education, public health, medicine, law, and a number of allied social science disciplines. At KU we make it our mission to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that change the world. We aspire to be an exceptional learning community that lifts each other and advances society. KU’s strategic plan Jayhawks Rising is focused on objectives to accomplish this vision through three mission-based priorities of student success, healthy and vibrant communities, research, and discovery. KU’s research residential campus is in the center of a vibrant and culturally-rich community, a quintessential college town. Visitors, students and new employees from outside the area enjoy discovering the many wonders of Lawrence, including a thriving downtown, various local and regional events, area lakes, vibrant arts and music scenes, and an indelible history. Lawrence is located 45 minutes west of Kansas City and 30 minutes east of Topeka, the state capital. Along with the music, arts, culture and sports experiences offered at KU and in Lawrence, the short drive to Kansas City provides quick access to historic jazz clubs, museums, world-class music and theatre venues, and professional sports teams.

Job Description

This position comes with a teaching load of 3-4 courses per year as part of the Tenured Associate Professor role. Applicants who demonstrate teaching expertise or scholarly/creative works in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: digital marketing communications, social media strategy, data analytics, emergent media practices, public relations and/or audience engagements. You will have colleagues who share your excitement about working with students, discovering and testing media developments for the future, and are eager to create new ways to understand and engage audiences.

This is a full-time, 12-month tenured faculty position to begin August 18, 2025. Successful applicants will have a Ph.D. in journalism, mass communication, marketing communications, information science or a related field. Applicants who demonstrate teaching expertise or scholarly/creative works in one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: digital marketing communications, social media strategy, data analytics, emergent media practices, public relations and/or audience engagements. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

60% Administration/Service:

  • Serve as the central source of professional graduate information within the School
  • Coordinate recruitment activities for professional graduate programs
  • Coordinate course scheduling for professional graduate programs
  • Identify and develop new opportunities for cutting-edge professional education and professional upskilling (degree/certificate programs or non-degree professional development workshops)
  • Work with graduate faculty, professionals, and the Professional Graduate Program Advisory Board for curriculum innovation
  • Serve as the primary liaison between the School’s professional graduate education and the University’s Office of Graduate Studies
  • Participate in the regular academic activities of the School, including committee assignments and major School functions
  • Engage in professional service in academic, professional and/or media organizations

20% Teaching:

  • Teach 3-4 courses a year in undergraduate and/or graduate programs, in-person and/or virtually, based upon needs of the School
  • Contribute to curriculum innovation and development
  • Hold regular office hours

20% Research

  • Demonstrate sustained productivity through publications, sponsored projects/grants, papers and presentations for national and international academic and professional audiences, or sustained creative work recognized at the national or/and international level

Required Qualifications

Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of research/creative work and teaching in letter of application, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity included in CV and (3) information provided from three professional references.

  1. A Ph.D. in journalism, mass communication, marketing communications, information science or a related field
  2. Demonstrated teaching excellence in a university setting including the ability to develop and teach online courses, as evidenced by application materials
  3. Distinguished professional work in digital marketing communications or emerging media
  4. Eligible for tenured status at the University of Kansas

Additional Candidate Instructions

Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete online application will include:

  1. A cover letter/letter of application addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
  2. Curriculum vitae.
  3. A list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number)

Initial review of applications will begin October 1, 2024, and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date. Please direct questions to .

The School is currently seeking applicants for both Director/Professor of the Practice and Director/Tenured Professor roles. However, please note that there will ultimately only be a hire for one of these roles. The decision will be based on the qualifications and fit of the applicants, ensuring selection of the best candidate to meet the School’s needs. Please find the job posting links below:

#LI-HR1

Contact Information to Applicants

Advertised Salary Range

Commensurate with experience

Application Review Begins

Tuesday October 1, 2024

Anticipated Start Date

Monday August 18, 2025

Posting Information

  • Posting ID:  28794BR
  • Department:  Journalism
  • Primary Campus:  University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
  • Reg/Temp:  Regular
  • Employee Class:  F-Faculty
  • Review Begins:  01-Oct-2024

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university’s programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, , Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.