Loyola University – New Orleans
Assistant Professor of Public Relations
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location: New Orleans, LA
Job Type: 10 Month Faculty
Job Number: 202200332
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Mass Communications
Opening Date: 07/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Description
Loyola University New Orleans College of Music and Media’s School of Communication and Design invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Public Relations position. The 10-month appointment will begin in August 2025.
Applicants who can teach undergraduate courses in public relations techniques, writing and production, cases and campaigns, and social media are preferred. The use of data and visual analytics, as well as ethical communication, to address public relations opportunities and challenges in today’s communication environment are vital components of the curriculum and should be to the successful candidate.
Additionally, we seek well-rounded candidates with professional work experience in agencies, non-profits, the government, or the corporate sector. The successful candidate should also be committed to interdisciplinary teaching, have a demonstrated ability to mentor students, and help create a climate that attracts students of diverse backgrounds. The new faculty member should have an enthusiastic desire and demonstrated ability to help expand the public relations course offerings within strategic communication and graduate curricula in crisis communication, internal/corporate communication and/or political communication, and demonstrate a willingness to seek grant funding. The new faculty member should be driven to foster strong professional relationships within the PR community to promote the public relations program and enhance its visibility and reputation within the industry and the local community.
Examples of Duties
– Teach three courses each semester.
– Serve as an academic adviser to PR students.
– Work in the endowed Shawn Donnelley Center for Nonprofit Communications.
– Help advise the Bateman team and PRSSA chapter.
Typical Qualifications
– At least a master’s degree in public relations or a related field. A Ph.D. and/or
professional certifications are preferred.
– Ten years of professional and/or teaching experience in public relations.
– A strategic mindset and expertise with cutting-edge PR campaigns and case studies.
– Ability to inspire students and embrace collegiality.
– Membership and involvement in PRSA.
Supplemental Information
School of Communication and Design
The School of Communication and Design includes Loyola’s Design, Film, Journalism, Strategic Communication, PR, Advertising, and Visual Communication programs. Through this powerful new alignment, journalism (digital, broadcast, online, print) works alongside design, film, and other programs. Providing future performers, music industry executives, artists, and designers with expert insights and understanding into advertising, public relations, and digital media better prepares them for entrepreneurial success in the creative professions.
Centers housed within the School include the Loyola University Center for Environmental Communication and the Shawn M. Donnelley Center for Nonprofit Communications. The School of Communication and Design is also home to The Collective, a student-run creative agency; the Maroon, an award-winning student-run media outlet; the million-dollar J Michael Early Studio, a multipurpose digital space, and multiple exhibition spaces on campus. The School of Communication and Design is home to more than 400 undergraduate students and 30 graduate students. Accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC), the School also maintains Certification in Education for Public Relations (CEPR) from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The School of Communication and Design has 14 full-time faculty and three full-time staff. Additional resources include an endowed chair, three endowed professorships, and numerous endowed funds and scholarships.
College of Music and Media
The College of Music and Media represents one-third of the undergraduate student body at Loyola. The students are musicians, actors, and singers. They are filmmakers, journalists, designers, producers, rappers, recording engineers, visual communications artists, and leaders in PR and advertising. Everything in the college revolves around storytelling, the only difference being the media used to tell it. The College of Music and Media serves as the preeminent center of performing and visual arts study among Jesuit Colleges and universities across the country and the preeminent anchor institution in New Orleans for the creative and cultural economy. In a strategic shift recognizing the industry’s focus on multimedia and digital communication, Loyola relocated its award-winning School of Mass Communication to the College in the spring of 2018 and expanded it to include Loyola’s Digital Filmmaking and Design Departments.
In accordance with the Campus Security Act as amended, Loyola University publishes annually and distributes to members of the academic community, and upon request to prospective (students/employees), an annual security report. That report includes current policies and procedures of the University Police Department for the reporting of campus crimes, notifying the campus community of occurrence of campus crimes, policies regarding access to campus buildings, the enforcement authority of the University Police Officers and their relationship to local police. University policies on the possession, use and sale of alcohol and illegal drugs are outlined. The Campus sexual Assault Program and policy is described. Campus crime statistics as defined under this law for the last three calendar years are included. A copy of this report may be secured from the (Office of Admissions), (Office of Human Resources), or from the University Police Department.
Loyola University New Orleans does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran’s status or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including employment and admissions. At the same time, Loyola cherishes its right to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its religious character, goals, and mission in order to enhance the Jesuit, Catholic tradition.
Agency
Loyola University – New Orleans
University of Minnesota
Assistant Professor, Journalism
Applied Journalism/Journalism Practice
Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication
College of Liberal Arts
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Job Code: 9403 Position Number: 297932
Appointment Start Date: August 25, 2025
About the Job:
The Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication in the College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position to begin fall semester 2025 (08/25/2025).
Appointment will be 100% time over the nine-month academic year (late-August to late-May) and will be at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor. Salary and start up package is competitive.
We are seeking outstanding scholars with research and teaching interests that address contemporary issues in journalism practice and the profession. This may include issues related to artificial intelligence, data science, data visualization and reporting on social issues. A preference will be given to individuals with quantitative social science expertise using emerging methods of data science to advance applied studies of journalism. The School seeks applicants whose research, practice, teaching, and service will further the undergraduate and graduate curriculum in journalism practice, as well as contribute to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education and at the University of Minnesota.
Successful candidates for this position will show outstanding promise of sustaining a vigorous program of original research and publication with potential for external funding; show promise of excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising (both M.A. and Ph.D.); and demonstrate the capacity and commitment to teach undergraduate courses in the areas of interactive and data journalism/data visualization, news reporting and writing, and other professionally-oriented journalism skills courses. The ability to contribute to the graduate curriculum in areas related to journalism and advanced research methods, and contributing to potentially new curriculum involving AI and data science and reporting, is preferred. Professional journalism experience and the capacity to contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of a rapidly evolving emerging-media focused professional journalism curriculum, including use of artificial intelligence, are also preferred qualifications.
The faculty and staff at the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication are committed to building a culturally and socially diverse community. We believe it is a vital component of the distinction and excellence of our research and academic programs. We are eager to welcome a colleague who supports and enhances the School’s efforts toward inclusion , equity and the creation of a place where all constituents can thrive.
Faculty in the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication in the College of Liberal Arts are expected to maintain an active program of scholarly research or creative activity that includes publication, exhibition, or performance; develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses; advise students; and contribute service appropriate for the rank of appointment to the school, college, University, and profession.
- The Standards for Promotion and Tenure in the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication are available at: https://faculty.umn.edu/sites/faculty.umn.edu/files/2023-04/HSJMC_7.12_standards_for_promotion_and_tenure_2020.pdf
- The Workload Principles and Guidelines for Regular Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts are available at: https://neighborhood.cla.umn.edu/college-knowledge/workload-principles-and-guidelines
Qualifications
Required: Ph.D. in Journalism, Mass Communication or relevant discipline by the date of appointment. Expertise in contemporary issues in journalism practice; artificial intelligence, data science, data visualization and reporting on social issues. Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in the areas of interactive and data journalism/data visualization, news reporting and writing, and other professionally-oriented journalism skills courses.
Preferred: Quantitative social science expertise with advanced research methods involving AI and data science and reporting. Professional journalism experience and the capacity to contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of a rapidly evolving emerging-media focused professional journalism curriculum, including use of artificial intelligence.
Candidates will be evaluated according to a) overall quality of their academic preparation and scholarly work, b) relevance of their scholarly research to the department’s academic priorities and fields of inquiry, c) evidence of commitment to teaching and skills as a teacher, and d) strength of recommendations.
About the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication
The Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota is part of the College of Liberal Arts and is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Journalism and Mass Communication. The Hubbard School offers majors in Strategic Communication – Advertising and Public Relations, Professional Journalism, and Media and Information; and minors in Media and Information and Digital Media Studies. The Hubbard School offers an academic M.A. and Ph.D. and a Professional M.A. in Strategic Communication.
Housed in Murphy Hall, a state-of-the-art facility for teaching and research of journalism, strategic communication, and emerging media studies, the Hubbard School is home to the Silha Center for the Study of Media Ethics and Law, the Minnesota Journalism Center, the Hubbard Digital Studios, and the Digital Information Research Center/Sevareid Library. Hubbard facilities also include the Murphy Hall conference center, multimedia classrooms, and psychophysiological communication research labs, and a focus group room, which is used to support graduate-level experimental research. For further information, please visit the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication’s website, at: https://hsjmc.umn.edu/
About the College of Liberal Arts
Established in 1868, the College of Liberal Arts supports the University of Minnesota’s land-grant mission as home to disciplines in the arts, humanities, and social sciences.
The College of Liberal Arts is committed to intellectual freedom, the pursuit of new knowledge, and the belief that the liberal arts are the foundation of academic learning. CLA prepares students to be independent and original thinkers, innovators in their chosen fields; to create meaning in their lives and in their life’s work; and to become productive citizens and leaders in their communities and the world.
The College of Liberal Arts values diverse cultures, experiences, and perspectives as key to innovation and excellent education: www.cla.umn.edu.
Founded in 1851, the University of Minnesota, with its five campuses and more than 65,000 students, is one of the largest, most comprehensive universities in the United States, and ranks among the most prestigious research universities in the world. It is both a major research institution, with scholars of national and international reputation, and a state land-grant university, with a strong tradition of education and public engagement.
Benefits of Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity
The University of Minnesota recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the University of Minnesota: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Background Check
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and eligibility to work in the United States. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the United States, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, communication agencies, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted online (search by the Job ID: 363795). To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and CV.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Activities” page and uploading documents there. The following materials must be attached to your online application to be considered complete: both a cover letter and a CV. Additional materials may be requested from candidates at a later date.
Priority will be given to completed applications received by October 1, 2024 but applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
To learn more about this position, apply or nominate a candidate, please visit hsjmc.umn.edu, or reach out to the search committee chair, Sid Bedingfield, .
John Carroll University
Blue Streak Media Director
Posting Number: AS661P
Summary:
The Director of the Tim Russert Department of Communication’s Blue Streak Media, an entrepreneurial student-run multimedia organization serving the needs and interests of our students, campus, and community, creates and leads a fully integrated unit that leverages the university’s radio station, video production studio, student newspaper, and Public Relations Student Society of America chapter (PRSSA) to create content for curricular and co-curricular purposes, as well as to design and deliver digital projects to internal and external clients. The Director guides all facets of student media, works to ensure that the University has innovative multimedia production facilities, helps faculty embed multimedia work in their courses, equips students with the skills needed to achieve success in a career in modern media, and establishes Blue Streak Media as a signature component of the Tim Russert Department of Communication. The Director builds partnerships with local and regional media outlets to enhance opportunities for students to create and produce content for external partners.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee the integration of student media organizations through the creation of Blue Streak Media. This includes designing operational structure, coordinating budget to be more effective in purchasing, leading a continuous improvement process for all media facilities and equipment, and all other tasks necessary to create a student media organization.
- Provide a long-term vision for student media, including the development of a strategic/business plan. Convene an advisory group to assist in development of long-term planning and external opportunities for Blue Streak Media.
- Provide reports to the chair of the Department of Communication that clearly detail goals, successes, failures, changes, awards and other pertinent information on student media performance. Manage/advise one co-curricular area within the Communication Department.
- Develop co-curricular and curricular experiential learning opportunities for student staff. Hold regular and standardized training sessions for all student media staff members, working with advisors to assist in preparation for professional careers in the media industry. Recognize and develop leadership and personal growth opportunities among student staff members.
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate student co-curricular experience with academic preparation.
- Manage budget decisions, ensuring appropriate distribution of operational funds to assist in achieving long term goals.
- Plan, budget and purchase equipment and supplies necessary for the various student media groups.
- Develop opportunities for revenue and student production experience within the campus and Cleveland community, broadly defined.
- Work with individual student interest areas’ advisors to identify, recruit, interview and hire student managers to assist in daily operations of student media.
- Establish a broad network of academic and industry professionals to provide support for students. Identify professional internship opportunities for students in collaboration with the department internship coordinator.
- Perform outreach with alumni committed to media and communication.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communication, mass communication, or a closely related discipline
- Five or more years’ professional experience in media
- Substantial supervisory experience
- Knowledge of and experience with design, maintenance, enhancement of multimedia facilities
- Technical skills such as animation proficiency, familiarity with 2D/3D graphics software applications, motion graphics design knowledge,
- Ability to capture data accurately and interpret it efficiently, innovative problem-solving skills, as well as the knowledge of production studio setup, are desirable
- Professional-level technical skills in audio and video editing, scripting, storyboarding, Adobe Creative Suite experience, knowledge of digital formats and codecs, sound design and mixing capabilities, camera operation and cinematography, lighting control capabilities, general non-linear editing hardware & software maintenance experience, and the US copyright law compliance knowledge.
- Demonstrate leadership and supervisory capabilities.
- Possess strategic planning skills and strong fiscal and budget management abilities
- Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Interest in understanding and supporting John Carroll’s mission to inspire individuals to excel in learning, leadership, and service in the region and in the world
Preferred Qualifications:
- Successful experience integrating the work of various partners
- Demonstrated ability to develop and/or deliver real life learning opportunities for students
- Forward thinking and comfortable leading change— able to anticipate trends, opportunities, and challenges and bring forth innovative solutions that will produce continuous improvement and ensure currency of programs, services, and outcomes
- Possesses relevant certifications/licenses (e.g., APR, College Media Association Advisor Certification).
Normal Working Hours and Conditions:
Physical Requirements:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other office locations and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
About John Carroll University:
John Carroll University is a private, coeducational, Jesuit Catholic university, founded in 1886, dedicated to developing women and men with the knowledge and character to lead and to serve. The University is located in University Heights, Ohio, an attractive residential suburb 10 miles east of downtown Cleveland. Academically, the University consists of the College of Arts and Sciences and the Boler College of Business, which both include graduate programs. The University offers 70 Academic Programs in the arts, social sciences, natural sciences, and business at the undergraduate level, and in select areas at the master’s level. The University enrolls approximately 3,000 undergraduate students and 500 graduate students and has a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1. John Carroll University is one of 27 Jesuit universities in the United States and has been listed in U.S. News & World Report magazine’s top 10 rankings of Midwest regional universities for more than 30 consecutive years.
EEO Statement:
John Carroll University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5476662
University of St. Thomas
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Journalism
Department of Emerging Media
OVERVIEW
The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in Journalism, beginning Fall 2025.
The Department of Emerging Media prepares students to respond to a rapidly changing media environment. The department places an emphasis on good writing and storytelling, while recognizing that technology continuously impacts how we interact in the workplace and in our daily lives.
The department inspires students to create media that helps to build a more inclusive and prosperous world for all. Emerging Media equips students to be creative, thoughtful and ethical problem solvers in dynamic and diverse media landscapes. Through rigorous, inclusive curricula, students learn established and emerging principles in creating and thinking about media in an increasingly diverse and complex society. With the department’s dedication to delivering hands-on practical experience and real-world engagement, students become leaders in making and shaping media for their community and the world, advancing the common good.
The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
- Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
- Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
- A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision options
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a new hire who is actively engaged with emerging topics in the field, including but not limited to digital technology in journalism (e.g., AI, data journalism), global media systems and journalistic practices, new issues in the sociology of journalism and media economics. We are looking for candidates who can draw on professional journalism experience for teaching courses and advising student media. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to detail-oriented writing and an understanding of visual storytelling.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position involves teaching two or more of the following undergraduate courses: introduction to mass media, principles of newswriting, multimedia reporting, media literacy, or other courses in the candidate’s area(s) of interest. The typical teaching load is six courses (or equivalent with student media advising) per school year. The candidate will maintain an active research agenda in their area(s) of expertise and provide service to the Department, College, and University. As part of their service to the department, the candidate is expected to support the ThreeSixty Journalism program that is based in the department.
The typical teaching load is six courses (or equivalent with student media advising) per school year. The candidate will maintain an active research agenda in their area(s) of expertise and provide service to the Department, College, and University. As part of their service to the department, the candidate is expected to support the ThreeSixty Journalism program that is based in the department.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
- Must have a Ph.D. (U.S. or foreign equivalent degree) in journalism or a closely related field. Alternatively, ABD candidates nearing completion of their Ph.D. will be considered.
- Must have 1 year of professional experience in journalism, or alternatively, 20 pieces of published journalistic work for any of the following:
- Newspaper
- Website
- TV/Radio Station
- Magazine
- Other journalistic platforms
- Must demonstrate teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate level
HOW TO APPLY
All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.
Application Materials:
- A CV that includes links or a link to your professional work.
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position indicating areas of teaching and research interest and experience in professional journalism.
- Complete the reference section of the application with contract information for three references. Candidates who advance to the finalist phase will be asked to have their three references submit letters of recommendation.
- A teaching statement that includes evidence of teaching effectiveness and a syllabus of a class taught as an instructor attached.
- Research Statement.
- A reflection on diversity, equity and inclusion that describes your approach to integrate these values in your teaching, research, and/or service. This can include past, present, and future (planned) efforts.
- One academic writing sample.
- One published/posted/broadcast journalistic sample.
- Unofficial Transcript.
Applicants must submit items 1, 2, and 3 online with their application in the appropriate upload fields. Please submit items 4 through 9 in the Additional Document upload fields.
Review of application materials will begin on October 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Please contact the search chair, Dr. Yayu Feng () if you have any questions. Invited candidates will be expected to give a classroom lecture and a research presentation to the faculty.
Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 9,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.
In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.
Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.
California State University Long Beach
Assistant Professor of Public Relations
Position: Assistant Professor of Public Relations (Job No. 541020)
Effective Date: August 18, 2025 (Fall Semester)
Salary: The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $71,100 – $151,128/per year. The anticipated hiring range is $86,000 to $90,000/per year. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Deadline: Review of applications to begin September 16, 2024. Position opened until filled (or recruitment canceled).
Department of Journalism & Public Relations
Required Qualifications:
- M.A. in public relations, mass communication or relevant discipline
- Professional experience in public relations or strategic communication
- Demonstrated potential or excellence in teaching at the college level
- Record of or demonstrated potential for successful scholarly research and publication
- Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population, including Black/African American, Latine/x, Native American/Indigenous, low-income, first-generation, and minoritized students
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in public relations, mass communication or relevant discipline. Degree at the time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2025.
- Significant professional experience in public relations or strategic communication
- Achievement in scholarly research and publication
- Active or leadership role in affinity and advocacy organizations
- Experience of successfully working with populations demographically and/or socioeconomicallysimilar to the CSULB student body
- Experience mentoring or supporting students with minoritized identities or experience using inclusive and culturally relevant teaching strategies in a diverse classroom
Duties:
- Teach a variety of undergraduate public relations courses [Mode of instruction may include in-person, hybrid, online, and/or any combination thereof]
- Develop curriculum and advance the public relations program
- Engage in original scholarly research that leads to peer-reviewed presentations and publications
- Contribute to shared governance by serving on committees and participating in other activities
- Advise the CSULB chapter of PRSSA and/or the CSULB Bateman Team
- Participate in service to the department, college, university, and community
About the Department
The Department of Journalism & Public Relations has close to 600 students studying in one of our four academic programs: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, Minor in Journalism and Minor in Public Relations. We take great pride in having one of the most diverse student bodies in higher education as well as accreditation from the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications for both of our majors. Our 35 full- and part-time faculty members are passionate about teaching, and our up-to-date curriculum prepares students for a variety of careers in communications. We have numerous labs and an internship program, and we are home to several Bateman national public relations case study competition titles, award-winning student media (Beach TV News, DIG Magazine, ENYE Magazine, and The Daily 49er) and active campus chapters of the Asian American Journalists Association, the National Association of Black Journalists, the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, and Public Relations Student Society of America.
About CSULB
California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). It also earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2023, joining a distinctive group of colleges and universities who have been recognized for its commitment to Latine/x student success. CSULB is committed to serving diverse students and has established and actively supports the Black Excellence Collegium, dedicated to promoting Black excellence and advancing Black Student Success, and El Concilio for Latinx Success at the Beach, whose mission is to build capacity and promote inclusive servingness across initiatives and efforts towards Latine/x student, faculty, and staff success across campus. The President’s Equity and Change Commission is dedicated to achieving inclusive excellence in our community and culture and to interrogate, disrupt, and transform systemic inequities throughout the university. CSULB’s Beach 2030 University Action Plans prioritize engaging all students; expanding access to higher education; promoting intellectual achievement; building community; and cultivating resilience.
In addition, the CSULB campus is located in the second largest media market in the United States, and it is in the heart of Southern California, 25 miles south of Hollywood, 15 miles west of Disneyland, and minutes from the Pacific Ocean. With more than 35,000 students, CSULB is one of the largest and most desirable campuses in the 23-campus California State University system.
CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
Information on excellent benefits package available to CSULB faculty is located here: CSU Employee Benefits
How to Apply – Required Documentation:
- An Equity and Diversity Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced). For further information and guidelines, please visit: Equity and Diversity Statement
- Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications
- CV
- Names and contact information for three references (to be contacted for confidential letters of recommendation should a candidate reach the finalist stage)
- Finalists should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available)
How to Apply: Click Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online application
Requests for information about the position should be addressed to:
Dr. Madeleine Liseblad, Associate Professor
California State University, Long Beach
Department of Journalism and Public Relations
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840
Email:
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
A background check (including a criminal record check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
Pursuant to the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California is prohibited effective January 1, 2022. By prohibiting employment outside of California, the CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States. Exceptions to the Policy are limited to approved and documented purposes for conducting CSU business outside of California.
CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to race or ethnicity (including color or ancestry), nationality, religion or religious creed, gender (or sex), gender identity (including transgender), gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, age, veteran or military status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.