The University of Texas at Arlington
Assistant Professor, Public Relations
Department of Communication
Position # F00553P
https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29210
Job Summary
The Department of Communication in the College of Liberal Arts, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Public Relations, tenure-track.
A tenure-track faculty member contributes to teaching, research, and service. The teaching load is nominally 5 courses per year but may be adjusted based upon significant research productivity and/or administrative/service duties.
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
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CBC Requirement
It is the practice of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be an exceptional educator, active researcher, and collaborative colleague who can contribute significantly to the Department of Communication and its public relations sequence. As a tenure-track faculty member, the individual selected will be expected to conduct publishable research in well-respected academic outlets in fields related to public relations and strategic communication, teach in our academic programs, and provide professional service to the school, campus, and the field.
Required qualifications
- Earned doctoral degree in communication, public relations, or closely-related field.
Preferred qualifications
- Prior experience working as a public relations professional or strategic communicator.
- Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
- Training or experience in developing public relations and strategic communication campaigns.
- Previous experience teaching service-learning courses.
- Evidence of the use of experiential learning-based activities.
Department and College/School Information
The Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations at UT Arlington is housed in the Department of Communication in the College of Liberal Arts. It is one of seven sequences offered by the department including, advertising, broadcasting, communication studies, communication technology, journalism, public relations, and philanthropy communication.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email .
Special Instructions to Applicant
To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29210 and submit the following materials:
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter explaining the candidate’s: interest in UTA; qualifications, especially related to experience in public relations; research projects; teaching experience; and professional service. The letter should also address how the candidate’s research, teaching, and service has or would support the success of a diverse student population.
- Unofficial Transcripts (required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach)
- Contact information for 3 references
- A substantive writing sample (e.g., dissertation chapter, article/book chapter).
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be addressed to Shelley Wigley at .
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.
Northwestern University in Qatar
Faculty Position in Journalistic Writing and Reporting
Department: NUQ Journalism Program
Northwestern University in Qatar invites applications for a full-time, open-rank faculty appointment in Journalistic Writing and Reporting, to be appointed in the Journalism and Strategic Communication Program. The position start-date is August 1, 2025. We seek candidates with demonstrated experience in the production of professional journalism content across platforms and university-level journalism education. Teaching expectations include two courses per semester, focusing primarily on basic to advanced journalism skills courses required for NU-Q journalism majors. Candidates should have honed storycraft experience and exceptional line-editing skills for text-based assignments, and they should be able to impart skills of story concept, pitching, and story progression as they support students in developing reporting skills and story vision. Candidates should also be able to incorporate story archetypes from Global South media ethos, whenever possible, and guide students editorially in the production of multimedia assignments. Working knowledge of the basics of Associated Press or other styles is a plus. Ideally, the candidate will also possess the ability to develop and teach a Global Journalism course that speaks to an expansive media ecology and a range of ethical and professional standards. There are also opportunities to work with a growing list of interdisciplinary minors, and to collaborate with NU-Q’s Institute for Advanced Study of the Global South, Artificial Intelligence and Media Lab, and Media Majlis.
Candidates for this position would be expected to maintain a scholarly trajectory relative to their field, substantiated through quality journalistic production, creative work, and/or academic publications. Preference will be given to candidates with professional media experience in the Middle East and/or North Africa. A Ph.D. is preferred, but not required.
NU-Q is a globally embedded institution: it is one of three campuses of Northwestern University (Chicago, Doha, Evanston) and one of several institutions in the Qatar Foundation’s Education City in Doha, Qatar. Our mission is to mentor and educate students to become creative, ethical, and impactful communicators across cultural and national boundaries. We are committed to a vibrant student life, academic excellence, and high-level undergraduate student research and media making, particularly on the Global South. Located at the confluence of continents, NU-Q is a diverse global community with approximately 500 students from 60 countries.
NU-Q provides competitive compensation and benefits. The medium of instruction is English, but proficiency in Arabic or another regional language is an advantage at NU-Q. Candidates with experience in US higher education as well as in the Arab region; women; and persons from traditionally underrepresented groups in academia are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applications received by October 1, 2024, will receive the highest priority. The search will continue until the position is filled or the search closed.
Please read ALL instructions and make preparations before proceeding to the application page:
- Applications will only be accepted via online submission (see link below).
- Please prepare all documents in advance as Adobe PDF files, and please be sure all information is entered correctly and accurately (especially names and email addresses), as there will be no opportunity for online revision after your application has been submitted.
- Please also prepare a list of names and email addresses for your external academic references; your references will be contacted directly by the online system and invited to upload their letters on your behalf.
- All required fields in the application form are marked with an asterisk and must be filled before clicking the “Submit” button.
- Be aware that incomplete applications cannot be saved.
Applications accepted here: https://facultyrecruiting.northwestern.edu/apply/MjE3NQ==
The Northwestern campus sits on the traditional homelands of the people of the Council of Three Fires, the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Odawa as well as the Menominee, Miami and Ho-Chunk nations. We acknowledge and honor the original people of the land upon which Northwestern University stands, and the Native people who remain on this land today.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.
Penn State Harrisburg
Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication
The School of Humanities at Penn State Harrisburg is accepting applications for a non-tenure line Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication. The program seeks candidates with teaching expertise in areas such as Mass Media and Society, Media Criticism and Theory, Media Writing, and Critical Media Literacy.
Position Requirements and Preferences:
- The minimum educational credential required for the applicant is a master’s degree in Communication, or a related field, with an emphasis on media criticism and media literacy.
- Candidates with a doctoral degree in Mass Communication or Communication with a focus on media literacy and criticism are preferred.
- A candidate with only a master’s degree will be hired at the rank of lecturer. A candidate with a doctoral degree will be hired at the rank of Assistant Teaching professor. The degree must be completed by the time of application.
- Full-time faculty normally teach four courses per semester. The successful candidate will have college teaching experience and a commitment to university service and public outreach. Previous experience in advising and mentoring students is preferred.
This is a TERM, non-tenure track appointment with the possibility of reappointment, (36 weeks).
How to Apply:
- REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY AND CONTINUE UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.
- To be considered, CANDIDATES MUST ELECTRONICALLY SUBMIT A COVER LETTER THAT INCLUDES A BRIEF TEACHING PHILOSOPHY, A CURRICULUM VITAE, a list of at least three references with names and contact information (phone, email), and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
For additional information about the Communications programs, see https://harrisburg.psu.edu/humanities/communications.
Penn State Harrisburg is one of more than 20 Penn State campuses state-wide as an integral part of The Pennsylvania State University. Penn State Harrisburg’s expanding and multicultural campus is located in Middletown, PA and is a student-centered campus of approximately 5,000 students and is located in Pennsylvania’s state capital region near the Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. It is within a two to three-hour drive to metropolitan areas such as Baltimore (MD), Washington, D.C., New York City, and Philadelphia (PA). Our students receive a world-class education delivered in a small campus setting.
For more information about the campus, visit http://www.harrisburg.psu.edu
Penn State Harrisburg celebrates diversity in all its forms: racial, ethnic, religious, sexual orientation, gender identity, ableness, etc., and enjoys a highly diverse student population. We seek candidates of diverse backgrounds to continue to enrich our multicultural, global community.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Apply online at https://apptrkr.com/5527517
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Whitworth University
Assistant Professor, Communication Studies
Salary: $57,010.00 – $63,718.00 Annually
Job Type: Faculty (tenure track)
Location: Whitworth University Campus
Department: Communications
Closing:
Position Summary
Whitworth University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Communications. The position is set to begin in the Fall Term of 2025. The successful candidate will bring their strengths to our welcoming community and contribute to the Whitworth mission.
Department Overview
The Communication Studies Department at Whitworth University equips students with essential communication skills, grounding them in theoretical, historical, legal, ethical, and philosophical aspects of the discipline. Our program prepares students for diverse professional paths within the liberal arts tradition. For more information, visit our https://www.whitworth.edu/cms/academics/communication-studies/.
Application Review Begins: October 1, 2024
Contract Start Date: July 1, 2025
Core Responsibilities
Primary teaching responsibilities include introductory and advanced courses in the Communication major’s set of foundational courses. Courses in this category include Interpersonal Communication, Media and Society, Theories of Human Communication, Communication Research and Communication Ethics.
In addition, the candidate will have expertise to develop and teach courses in their area of specialization. The annual teaching load is 21 credits.
The faculty member will establish and maintain viable research and professional activities including state, regional and national professional associations. Participation in departmental and university-wide governance, faculty development activities, and academic advising is also expected.
Potential to advise a student media outlet is desirable.
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
Education and Experience
- A Ph.D. in Communication or Media Studies or closely related field is required, although candidates who are ABD will be considered.
- Evidence of promise in effectiveness at college-level teaching (demonstrated effectiveness preferred).
- Demonstrated potential for research and scholarship.
- Whitworth Values
- A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
- Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities, and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives.
- A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.
Other Details
Applicants will be asked to submit the following:
- A cover letter addressing their qualifications, teaching effectiveness, and interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae.
- A statement of teaching philosophy.
- A statement describing how their Christian faith shapes their approach to teaching and scholarship.
- Names and contact information of three references.
A background check, sexual misconduct check, and confirmation of degrees earned will be required of the successful candidate.
You are on this webpage because a position at Whitworth sparked your curiosity. If you find yourself questioning hitting the apply button because you might not meet 100% of the qualifications, we think you should do it! Research continues to show that women and BIPOC candidates are less likely to hit the apply button unless they meet all the listed qualifications. One way we are working to overcome this trend is every search committee at Whitworth has a trained Equity Advocate (EA) serving on the team. Our EAs are trained to make space for committees to consider each candidate’s unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when you click apply, please know that your application is reviewed by a committee of real, living, and breathing human beings who want to understand your experience and skills to find ways you relate to the key competencies needed for success in the position.
Looking for resources to help with writing a faith statement? Check out our https://www.whitworth.edu/cms/administration/human-resource-services/faith-statement-resources/ for more information.
Learn more about our shared work to achieve and sustain inclusive excellence https://www.whitworth.edu/cms/administration/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/.
Whitworth complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to religious nonprofit institutions and does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. With our Christ-centered commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, the university encourages applications from populations underrepresented at Whitworth including members of racial/ethnic communities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5505998
University of Oregon
Assistant Professor of Media Law and Technology
Job no: 533945
Work type: Faculty – Tenure Track
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Journalism/Communication, Instruction
Department: School of Journalism and Communication
Rank: Assistant Professor
Annual Basis: 9 Month
Application Deadline
October 15, 2024; position open until filled
Required Application Materials
We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and work environment. Employment begins September 16, 2025.
To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by October 15, 2024. The position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants should submit:
- a letter of interest (cover letter);
- an academic CV;
- contact information for three academic references;
- a diversity statement (see below).
As part of the application process, applicants seeking faculty positions at the University of Oregon are asked to submit a statement about their past, present, and future contributions to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in their professional careers. For example, you may have worked with members of communities or local governments in politics, or university constituents such as students, staff, or faculty to further the goals of equity and inclusion.
In evaluating statements of contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, search committees often consider the applicants:
- Awareness of inequities and challenges faced by underrepresented minority students and faculty.
- Track record (commensurate to career stage) of activities that reduce barriers in education or research for underrepresented minority students and faculty.
- Vision and plans for how their work will continue to contribute to UO’s mission to serve the needs of our diverse state and student population and create an inclusive campus.
We particularly welcome applications from scholars who are from populations historically underrepresented in the academy, and/or who have experience working with diverse populations. Applicants are encouraged to highlight their experience and philosophy with regard to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to address how they integrate these values in research, teaching, engagement, and/or service.
Specific inquiries about the position may be directed to the search chair: Bryce Newell, Associate Professor, SOJC Eugene, at: .
Position Announcement
The University of Oregon’s School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC) seeks a tenure-track faculty member at the assistant professor (pre-tenure) rank with research and teaching expertise in the use, adoption, and regulation of new and emerging information and communication technologies, such as generative artificial intelligence (AI), forms of immersive media (VR/AR/XR), and/or digital platforms (including, but not limited to, social media and/or digital games). A successful candidate will be expected to teach our required undergraduate course in media/communication law, as well as other courses in their area of specialization, including in our thriving Eugene-based undergraduate programs in Media Studies, Journalism, Advertising, and Public Relations. The candidate may also contribute to our professional master’s programs, including our master’s program in Immersive Media Communication (based in Portland) and our PhD program in Communication and Media Studies. They will be eligible to supervise and mentor graduate students in the SOJC’s graduate programs and undergraduate students in the SOJC Honors Program.
We seek an outstanding scholar and educator whose research and teaching are focused on some or all the following areas:
- How the law regulates new and emerging information and communication technologies including, but not limited to, generative AI, immersive media (XR/VR/AR), and/or digital platforms;
- How these technologies regulate human behavior;
- How the use, adoption, and regulation of these technologies can be informed by diverse approaches to human values, ethics, and critical approaches to technology, data, media, and/or information; and
- Related issues of media and technology law, including free speech and the First Amendment, privacy, surveillance, and/or platform regulation.
A successful candidate will have expertise in US media law, including the First Amendment, but expertise in international or comparative media and technology law, the intersection of geopolitics and technology regulation, and/or in evaluating emerging policy proposals and the influencing factors and mechanisms of such proposals in the US and internationally would be viewed positively. We also seek applications from individuals who bring diverse perspectives on media, law, regulation, and technology, and whose work centers on and seeks to improve how technology law, policy, and regulation, and the use and adoption of technological solutions address issues of bias, discrimination, inequality, justice, marginalization, or negative effects of technology on children and youth.
This faculty hire will join an appropriate area(s) within the SOJC based on the person’s background and interest (e.g., Media Studies, Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations). Further, they should contribute to making the SOJC a destination for graduate and undergraduate students to engage with and understand the ethical, social, and cultural implications of digital technologies. This hire would ideally strengthen SOJC’s ties to other units on campus, including existing collaborations with CAS (e.g., the annual Data | Media | Digital Graduate Symposium), the campus-wide New Media and Culture Certificate program for graduate students, the UO’s Data Sciences Initiative, and through a practical orientation to media law and technology issues in society. Finally, the ideal candidate will have strong potential to mentor undergraduate and graduate students and strong potential for, and commitment to, contributing to a culture of inclusive teaching and evidence of valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This position is based in Eugene.
Department or Program Summary
The School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC) is an accredited research and professional school serving approximately 2,450 undergraduates and 150 graduate students both on the University of Oregon campus in Eugene and at the UO Campus in Portland. Degrees offered are the BA, BS, MA, MS, and Ph.D., as well as minors in Media Studies, Game Studies, and Science Communication. The SOJC employs approximately 125 individuals as faculty and staff, over 50 graduate employees as well as roughly 50 student employees. The School is one of the oldest journalism programs in the nation, founded in 1916.
Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in communication, media studies, journalism, information science/studies, law or another related field, or Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or equivalent/terminal degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., an SJD in Law)
- Subject matter expertise in law, policy, and/or regulation as it relates to media, information and communication technologies, and/or data-related practices and industries.
Preferred Qualifications
- A record of scholarly accomplishment or promise that includes publication of peer-reviewed articles and/or publications in academic journals in communication, media studies, journalism, law, information studies, and/or related fields.
- Subject matter expertise in First Amendment/free speech law alongside expertise in other areas relevant to media law and regulation, including privacy; surveillance; the regulation of new and emerging information and communication technologies, including generative AI, immersive media (XR/VR/AR), and/or digital platforms; how technologies regulate human behavior; and/or how the use, adoption, and regulation of these technologies can be informed by diverse approaches to human values, ethics, and critical approaches to technology, data, media, and/or information.
- Demonstrated potential for teaching excellence.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.
- Strong potential to mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Experience with grant writing, or interest in and the potential to obtain external grants.
About the University
The University of Oregon is the flagship institution of higher learning in Oregon and enrolls more than 20,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students. It is an Association of American Universities member and Tier-One research institution that is ranked “highest research activity” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed https://investigations.uoregon.edu/reporting.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5497649
The Ohio State University
Tenure-track Assistant Professor
Small Group and/or Intergroup Communication
School of Communication
College of Arts and Sciences
Position Overview
The School of Communication at The Ohio State University invites applications for a 9-month full time tenure-track assistant professor position to begin August 2025. The successful applicant will teach courses related to interpersonal communication, organizational communication, group dynamics, and/or intercultural communication. Specific instructional needs include Communication & Conflict, Intro to Organizational Communication, Intercultural Communication, Information Technology & Organizations, Communication Dynamics in Groups, International Perspectives on Communication, and Media & Terrorism. The assistant professor will be expected to actively engage in scholarly work; the area of research is open. We welcome applicants whose research complements and builds on our areas of strength, which include communication technology and society; health communication and social influence; mass communication uses and effects; and/or political communication and public opinion.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required: Candidates must be trained in communication or a closely aligned field and show promise of developing a national and international reputation doing theory-based empirical research. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. prior to August 2025.
Desired: Preference is given to applicants with a demonstrated record of publication in peer-reviewed journals as well as evidence of effective teaching. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building an inclusive intellectual community, in line with OSU’s Shared Values.
How to Apply
Apply to the Careers at Ohio State website at https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Assistant-Professor_R111826-1. A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and separate research and teaching statements. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Robert Bond at .
You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to five documents in the Application Documents section. Please include the following:
- Attachment 1: Cover Letter
- Attachment 2: Curriculum Vitae
- Attachment 3: Teaching Statement
- Attachment 4: Research Statement
You may be asked to provide names and contact information for three reference letters following submission of your application materials. Reference letters will be requested for a selected list of candidates prior to the interview process.
The College
With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.
Department Information
The School of Communication (http://comm.osu.edu/) is consistently ranked among the top programs in the field, and our faculty is committed to making original and substantively important contributions to empirical social scientific research on communication processes, basic or applied. We seek colleagues who will help us advance research projects and courses that will be attractive to graduate and undergraduate students in the major, while also speaking to the interests and needs of non-majors.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State University’s Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties.
The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check
University of Mississippi
Assistant Professor of Integrated Marketing Communications
The School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi invites applications for two nine-month tenure track Assistant Professor of Integrated Marketing Communications positions starting Fall 2025. We seek candidates with a research background in areas related to integrated marketing communications, strategic communication, public relations, or advertising. The successful candidate will have research and teaching experience, and those who also have relevant professional experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
The individuals hired will teach in the IMC bachelor’s and/or master’s programs. These faculty members may also serve as chairs/advisors for graduate student theses or creative scholarship.
Teaching responsibilities may include face-to-face or online courses in research methods, public relations, IMC campaigns, international/multicultural IMC, and/or emerging technology.
The candidates will maintain a steady stream of scholarly publications in their area of expertise and be expected to perform service to the school and university.
The School of Journalism and New Media offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Journalism and Integrated Marketing Communications. The IMC program curriculum is designed to provide a foundation for students in creating, managing, and evaluating brand-building communications across traditional and digital media platforms. The IMC program is one of the largest of its kind, with nearly 1300 undergraduate students served by 13 full-time faculty and 11 support faculty. The graduate program in IMC has surged in recent years to more than 100 students.
Learn more about the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi at https://jnm.olemiss.edu/.
The School of Journalism and New Media is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. In recent years, the school has experienced both exponential growth and some disruption. Our vision at the School of Journalism and New Media is of an inclusive, equitable and regenerative learning community for all people. The ideal candidate will be a critical part of realizing this vision and will help cultivate an environment for the school that promotes a commitment to diversity, inclusion and service to the greater community and to the profession.
Learn more about The University of Mississippi’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at https://chancellor.olemiss.edu/pathways-to-equity/.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in communication or other area related to integrated marketing communications. Candidates without a Ph.D. will be considered but will be required to have completed the degree by the time of the position start date.
Minimum Requirements:
- A Ph.D. in communication or related discipline with an emphasis in public relations, integrated marketing communications, advertising, or related area.
- Demonstrated strength in scholarly productivity or the promise of scholarly productivity necessary to achieve tenure and promotion to rank of associate professor.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the collegiate level.
- Ability to teach research methods.
Minimum qualifications must be met at the time of the position start date.
Application Instructions:
- A letter of interest summarizing the applicant’s qualifications and suitability for the position
- Complete curriculum vitae
- Teaching Statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Research Statement and sample work
- Names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references
- The search committee may request additional materials at a later time
* All materials must be submitted electronically. Printed materials will not be accepted.
Applicants should direct questions to the search committee chair, Dr. Jason Cain, by emailing .
Applications are due September 14.
Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi is Mississippi’s flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities – Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. With more than 24,000 students, Ole Miss is the state’s largest university and is ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing institutions. Its 15 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy, and the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, renowned for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action.
University of Mississippi
Assistant Professor of Journalism
The School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a nine-month tenure track Assistant Professor of Journalism position starting Fall 2025. We seek candidates with expertise in data or computational journalism and/or related areas (e.g., open source investigations, AI and news, data visualization, analytics, etc.). Candidates can approach these issues from a variety of methodological perspectives. The successful candidate will be skillful in research and teaching, and those who also have relevant professional experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
The person hired will teach in the Journalism bachelor’s and/or master’s programs. This faculty member may also serve as chair/advisor for graduate student theses or creative scholarship.
Teaching responsibilities may include face-to-face or online courses in journalism, such as data journalism, investigative journalism, reporting, information gathering, as well as other courses in the core curriculum. There will be opportunities to develop courses related to the successful candidate’s areas of expertise and research.
The candidate will be expected to maintain a steady stream of scholarly publications in their area of expertise and to perform service to the school and university.
The School of Journalism and New Media offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Journalism and Integrated Marketing Communications. The Journalism program, established in 1947, emphasizes the fundamental print and broadcast skills–writing, reporting, visuals—while constantly evolving to match the dynamic media landscape. Emphases and specializations include social media, sports, graphic design and public relations. With more than 250 majors, the Journalism program also features instructors with decades of real-world experiences in news organizations across the state and the nation. In Spring 2024, the School of Journalism and New Media received a $4 million gift to establish the Jordan Center for Journalism Advocacy and Innovation to promote the preeminence and effectiveness of reliable, relevant, and educational journalism in America.
Learn more about the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi at https://jnm.olemiss.edu/.
The School of Journalism and New Media is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. In recent years, the school has experienced both exponential growth and some disruption. Our vision at the School of Journalism and New Media is of an inclusive, equitable and regenerative learning community for all people. The ideal candidate will be a critical part of realizing this vision and will help cultivate an environment for the school that promotes a commitment to diversity, inclusion and service to the greater community and to the profession.
Learn more about The University of Mississippi’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at https://chancellor.olemiss.edu/pathways-to-equity/.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in journalism, mass communication, or a related field. Candidates without a Ph.D. will be considered but will be required to have completed the degree by the time of the position start date.
Minimum Requirements:
- A Ph.D. in journalism, mass communication or related discipline
- Demonstrated scholarly productivity
- Demonstrated excellence related to teaching
Minimum qualifications must be met at the time of the position start date.
Application Instructions:
- A letter of interest summarizing the applicant’s qualifications and suitability for the position
- Complete curriculum vitae
- Teaching Statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Research Statement and sample work
- Names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references
- The search committee may request additional materials at a later time
* All materials must be submitted electronically. Printed materials will not be accepted.
Applicants should direct questions to the search committee chair, Charlie Mitchell,
Applications are due Friday, October 11.
Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi is Mississippi’s flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities – Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. With more than 24,000 students, Ole Miss is the state’s largest university and is ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing institutions. Its 15 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy, and the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, renowned for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action.
University of Massachusetts Boston
Assistant Professor (Communication)
Job no: 524068
Work type: Faculty Full Time
Campus: UMass Boston
Department: Communication
Categories: Faculty, Lecturer
Assistant Professor in Crisis or Risk Communication
The Communication Department in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Massachusetts Boston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in crisis or risk communication to join our faculty beginning September 1, 2025. We are seeking candidates whose research agenda adopts a social scientific approach to risk or crisis communication, aligning with the Department’s empirical focus.
Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in Communication or a related field by the time of appointment.
- A robust research program utilizing quantitative methods, big data analysis, or mixed methods with a strong quantitative component.
- Ability to teach a broad range of undergraduate courses within the Communication Department, consistent with their area of expertise.
- Evidence of or potential for an excellent program of research and publication.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct and publish high-quality research in crisis or risk communication.
- Teach a variety of undergraduate courses within the Communication Department.
- Advise and mentor students.
- Contribute to the academic community through service.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit the following:
- A cover letter detailing their research and teaching interests.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- Copies of selected publications or research papers.
- A statement of teaching philosophy.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Deadline:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Contact:
Applications and inquiries should be sent to Dr. Cassandra Alexopoulos at .
UMass Boston is an urban public research university with a teaching soul, whose impact is both local and global. We are the third most diverse university in the country – more than 60% of our undergraduate students come from minoritized communities and groups and more than half of our students are the first in their families to attend a college or university. Thus, our students come to us from richly diverse life experiences and backgrounds; they bring to our classrooms and research settings the robust range of perspectives growing out of the socio-cultural, economic, and historical contexts in which they have lived, along with the challenges they encounter, engage, and strive to overcome. We invite applications from candidates who engage the diverse life experiences of our student body, who appreciate that students bring their holistic selves into the academic setting, and who recognize and articulate how their own life experiences and backgrounds have shaped their journeys, practices, and commitments as researchers, scholars, and educators.
UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact or 617-287-5150.
Advertised: Aug 12 2024, Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Quinnipiac University
Open-rank Full-time Faculty Member
Full-Time Faculty: Sports Communications
Job Number: 495969
Type: Full-time
Campus: Mount Carmel – Hamden, CT
Categories: Faculty
Overview:
The School of Communications at Quinnipiac University invites applications for an open-rank full-time faculty member in Sports Communications. Rank and specific departmental assignment will be determined by the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will begin in August 2025. The successful candidate will contribute to a long legacy of excellence in Sports Communications at Quinnipiac and will be at the forefront of the launch of a new, cutting-edge interdisciplinary major in Sports Communications, starting in the Fall 2025 semester.
About the School:
We balance hands-on skills training with instruction in the liberal arts to prepare students for exciting and rewarding careers in advertising and integrated communications; communications/media studies; film, television and media arts; graphic and interactive design; journalism; and public relations. Our faculty includes award-winning professionals and internationally recognized scholars with extensive experience in their fields. We maintain a portfolio of more than 5,000 local, regional, national and international employers to connect with, and our student media organizations provide multiple opportunities for real-world learning experiences.
About the Sports Communication Program:
The newly launched interdisciplinary Sports Communications major will bring together new and existing courses in advertising and integrated communications; communications/media studies; film, television and media arts; graphic and interactive design, journalism; and public relations as well as bringing in innovative perspectives to the study of sports communications by incorporating media/data analytics, cultural, business, social, economic, and health aspects of sports industries. The first students will enroll in the Fall 2025 semester.
About Quinnipiac:
Quinnipiac University’s School of Communications prides itself on its award-winning faculty who are professionals and internationally recognized scholars with extensive experience in their fields. We maintain a portfolio of more than 5,000 local, regional national and international employers to connect with, and our student media organizations provide multiple opportunities for real-world learning experiences. We balance practical application and professional networking opportunities with a robust liberal arts education to prepare students for exciting and rewarding careers in communications and media.
Responsibilities:
- A passion for, and ability to teach in, Quinnipiac’s new Sports Communications program as well as various journalism, sports journalism, public relations, advertising, film, graphic design, media studies, media production, social media, immersive media, or analytics courses, depending on background and expertise.
- Participation in curricular development for our BA in Sports Communications, MS in Sports Journalism, and other School of Communications programs. Ability to teach forward-thinking courses in media/data analytics, broadcast media, video content creation, audio/podcasting, and journalism/sports journalism, as well as in the candidate’s area of interest. Sample existing or planned courses include: sports data analytics; sports broadcasting; sports reporting; sports public relations/social media; sports newscast producing; critical issues in sports; sports, media and society; sports documentary production; and other related courses.
- Interest in developing new and innovative courses that incorporate emerging technologies, AI, AR, VR, data visualization, analytics, etc. into traditional media/sports courses with an eye to preparing students for new and emerging professional opportunities.
- The ability to bring high profile guest speakers to campus, and contacts to consult with to help keep curriculum forward facing and industry relevant, are preferred.
- Commitment to mentoring students in academic, professional, and co-curricular matters and pursuits.
- The Quinnipiac community includes diverse backgrounds and perspectives (racial, ethnic, gender, LGBTQ+, recent immigrants, first generation students, international students, religious denominations, etc.) The ideal candidate must appreciate and support the unique voices that contribute to a diverse campus community.
- All candidates must be able to achieve excellence in teaching (tenure track faculty teach a 3/3 course load, and non-tenure track faculty teach a 4/4 course load.) All faculty are also required to actively participate in departmental, school, and university affairs, as well as recruitment and alumni relations activities.
- Tenure track appointments will require the pursuit of an active scholarly and/or creative works agenda (publications in academic journals, books, book chapters, monographs, etc. and/or high-level creative works such as documentaries, podcasts, published mass market articles, etc.) as defined by Quinnipiac University, and the appointed department within the School of Communications.
- The candidate may also be considered to direct the BA in Sports Communications program, which includes coordinating with other departments in the school and university on interdisciplinary sports-related course offerings, recruiting, hiring, and supervising part-time faculty, student advising, and related tasks.
Education Requirements:
- A minimum of a master’s degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Sports Journalism, or a related field is required.
- An earned doctoral degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Sports Journalism, or a related field from an appropriately accredited College or University is a plus.
Qualifications:
- At least six years of significant professional experience in journalism, sports journalism, media content creation for television, broadcast, streaming, etc., sports data analytics, or a combination thereof. On-air experience, including field reporting, studio anchoring, and play-by-play experience, is a plus.
- Previous teaching experience or supervision of students is preferred.
- Considerable high-level connections in the Sports Media and Journalism industries to facilitate new partnerships, internships, and/or practicums as well as career-related programming for students.
- Comfort with instructional technology and/or educational platforms is required.
- Commitment to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community
Special Instructions to Applicants:
TO APPLY: https://apptrkr.com/5487586
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references on the application form.
Candidates may also choose to include links to academic or professional work, teaching evaluations, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion or other relevant materials, if they desire.
Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.
Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Advertised: August 02, 2024, Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled