Temple University
James B. Steele Chair in Journalism Innovation
Klein College of Media and Communication
The Department of Journalism in the Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple University invites applications for the James B. Steele Chair in Journalism Innovation. This endowed position was created in 2016 to bridge academy and industry in support of journalism innovation. It is named for James B. Steele, a longtime investigative journalist and winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, whose work included the 1991 Philadelphia Inquirer series, “America: What Went Wrong?” documenting the dismantling of the American middle class through pioneering data analysis.
This position is designed for a nationally recognized journalist with a history of leadership and innovation. Applicants must demonstrate experience in teaching, whether at the university level or in other settings. Applicants should outline a research or project agenda that advances journalism’s societal role and supports its sustainability, preferably among the communities Temple serves. Additionally, applicants should bring one or more specialties to the department among the following areas of innovation:
- media economics
- journalism business models
- data journalism
- community engagement
- audience engagement
- AI in journalism
- product development
The successful candidate will be expected to teach at least two courses per semester in their areas of expertise and use the remainder of their time conducting research, advancing projects, and otherwise leading thought and practice in journalism and journalism education. We seek a colleague who can contribute to teaching, mentoring, and programmatic development across the college and the field of journalism.
Faculty in the Department of Journalism share a commitment to collegiality and caring – for each other, for our students, and for the communities we belong to. We embody diversity and practice inclusivity. Our creative work and research inform our practice and lead us to pursue solutions. We seek colleagues who are willing to collaborate within and without our department and who want to join us in building better journalism education.
Candidates with a variety of educational and professional experiences commensurate with the rank of associate or full professor (with or without tenure) will be considered. Candidates requesting consideration for tenure will be expected to present a portfolio and agenda that meets the university’s requirements for tenure.
Our department has about 300 undergraduate majors and offers an undergraduate major and minor. We are also home to a Master of Journalism program, and faculty may contribute to Klein’s other graduate programs, including an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Media and Communication. In addition, faculty may collaborate with Klein-based initiatives such as the Logan Center for Urban Investigative Reporting, the Claire Smith Center for Sports Media, and the Center for Community-Engaged Media.
The Lew Klein College of Media and Communication is among the largest comprehensive colleges of communication in the nation. The college enrolls nearly 2,000 undergraduate students and more than 100 graduate students. Temple University’s community at large includes over 30,000 students in the region and at several international campuses. For more information about the department, college, and university, please visit http://klein.temple.edu.
Temple University is an equal opportunity, equal access affirmative action employer, committed to achieving a diverse community.
Applicants should submit the following: (1) a cover letter describing the candidate’s research or project agenda, fit with the department’s mission, and commitment to diversity and inclusion; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching interests and philosophy; (4) names and contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit applications and inquiries to . You may also direct queries to the chair of the search committee, Dr. David Mindich, at .
Temple University
Assistant Professor in Public Relations
Klein College of Media and Communication
Department of Advertising and Public Relations
The Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in public relations, to begin July 1, 2025. Candidates with a Ph.D. or other related terminal degree are preferred, but we will consider candidates who are ABD at the time of application.
We seek a colleague with an active research agenda that could employ a range of research methods to address issues relevant to public relations. Successful candidates will have a proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed outlets that fit their research focus. We seek a colleague who can teach across our curriculum with a particular strength in at least one or more of the following areas: public relations research methods, public relations theory, global communication, communicating organizational change, leading groups and team building, law and ethics in public relations, digital analytics, and/or emerging technology.
Overall, successful candidates will have a track record or potential for impactful scholarship, dynamic and inclusive teaching, and openness to collaborate on scholarly and applied initiatives. We seek a colleague who can contribute to teaching, mentoring, and programmatic development at the undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. levels. Industry experience is looked upon favorably, but it is not required.
The Department of Advertising and Public Relations has more than 400 undergraduate students across two undergraduate majors and four minors. Faculty members may contribute to Klein’s graduate programs including a Communication Management master’s program and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Media and Communication as well as several graduate and undergraduate certificates.
The Lew Klein College of Media and Communication is among the largest comprehensive colleges of communication in the nation. The college enrolls nearly 2,000 undergraduate students and more than 100 graduate students. Temple University is a diverse, Carnegie Research One university (highest research activity) located in Philadelphia, the country’s fourth largest media market. The university at large includes more than 30,000 students in the region and at Temple’s two international campuses. For more information about the department, college, and university, please visit klein.temple.edu.
Temple University is an equal opportunity, equal access affirmative action employer, committed to achieving a diverse community.
Applicants should submit the following: (1) a cover letter describing the candidate’s research, fit with the department’s mission, and commitment to diversity and inclusion; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching interests and philosophy; (4) names and contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit applications and inquiries to , and include your last name in the subject line.
Boston University
Assistant Professor Tenure-Track of Media Science – Computational Communication
College of Communication
Job Description
The Department of Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations at Boston University seeks to hire a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor whose research in media science advances computational communication in health communication and/or political communication.
The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in communication or a related field, as well as an active program of research. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the potential to develop a national or international reputation as a scholar. Candidates for this position should have the capacity to teach and develop a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in BU’s media science degree programs, with a strong focus on computational communication methods, social media analytics, and quantitative research methods in the context of health or politics. In addition to teaching, this role will include mentoring students to achieve their educational and professional goals, and conducting service for the College of Communication and Boston University through participation in various committees.
Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration, and upholds freedom of expression.
Established in 1947, the College of Communication (COM) at Boston University has three departments: Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations; Journalism, and Film and Television. COM’s student population exceeds 2,200 in its B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. programs. COM integrates a strong liberal arts core with a focus on preparing students for careers as communications professionals. The faculty represents a blend of award-winning scholars and award-winning practitioners. BU enjoys an international reputation and is a major R1 and AAU institution. Located in the “hub of education” and a major media market, Boston University’s College of Communication offers prospective faculty members a wealth of opportunities for collaborative efforts in academic professional spheres.
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY HR WEBSITE.
Interested applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, letter of interest outlining their research focus areas and teaching interests, and the names, titles and email addresses of three references.
Review of applicants will begin on October 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may be sent via surface mail or, preferably by email (as a PDF document) to:
Laura Cafasso
Administrator
Department of Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations
College of Communication
Boston University
640 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate’s current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last seven years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer’s applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign the form entitled “Authorization to Release Information” after execution of an offer letter.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Boston University
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor – Media Science – Communication Law and Policy
College of Communication
Job Description
The Department of Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations at Boston University seeks to hire a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the area of communication law and policy. We seek to recruit an individual conducting impactful research in the area of media and information policy research.
The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. or J.D. in communication or a related field, as well as an active program of research. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the potential to develop a national or international reputation as a scholar. Candidates for this position should have the capacity to teach and develop a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in BU’s media science degree programs including communication law and policy, as well as communication theory and social science research methods. In addition to teaching, this role will include mentoring students to achieve their educational and professional goals, and conducting service for the College of Communication and Boston University through participation in various committees.
Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration, and upholds freedom of expression.
Established in 1947, the College of Communication (COM) at Boston University has three departments: Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations; Journalism, and Film and Television. COM’s student population exceeds 2,200 in its B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. programs. COM integrates a strong liberal arts core with a focus on preparing students for careers as communications professionals. The faculty represents a blend of award-winning scholars and award-winning practitioners. BU enjoys an international reputation and is a major R1 and AAU institution. Located in the “hub of education” and a major media market, Boston University’s College of Communication offers prospective faculty members a wealth of opportunities for collaborative efforts in academic professional spheres.
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY HR WEBSITE.
Interested applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, letter of interest outlining their research focus areas and teaching interests, and the names, titles and email addresses of three references.
Review of applicants will begin on October 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may be sent via surface mail or, preferably by email (as a PDF document) to:
Laura Cafasso
Administrator
Department of Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations
College of Communication
Boston University
640 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate’s current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last seven years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer’s applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign the form entitled “Authorization to Release Information” after execution of an offer letter.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Boston University
Assistant Professor Tenure-Track – Advertising
College of Communication
Job Description
The Department of Mass Communication, Advertising, and Public Relations at Boston University seeks to hire two tenure-track Assistant Professors. We are seeking outstanding individuals conducting impactful research in advertising, including digital strategy, media strategy, and communication analytics. The positions begin in September of 2025.
The successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in advertising, communication, or a related field, as well as an active program of advertising focused research. The ideal candidates will demonstrate the potential to develop a national or international reputation as a scholar and bring both intellectual and experiential diversity to our existing faculty. Duties include teaching two classes each semester, advising students, and serving on various committees to advance the work of the University, College, or Department, while producing significant, high-quality scholarship. Special consideration will be given to applicants whose research and teaching employ theories and rigorous methodologies in the rapidly changing area of media strategy, digital strategy, or new technologies.
Teaching assignments for these positions include, but are not limited to, undergraduate and graduate courses such as Introduction to Advertising, Principles and Practices of Advertising, Media Strategy, New and Traditional Media, and Interactive Marketing, and contributing to the development and delivery of an evolving curriculum in this rapidly changing discipline, while elevating our advertising research profile.
Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration, and upholds freedom of expression.
Established in 1947, the College of Communication (COM) at Boston University has three departments: Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations; Journalism, and Film and Television, as well as a Division of Emerging Media Studies. COM’s student population exceeds 2,200 in its B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. programs. COM integrates a strong liberal arts core with a focus on preparing students for careers as communication professionals. The faculty represents a blend of scholars and distinguished practitioners. BU enjoys an international reputation and is a major R1 and AAU institution. Located in the “hub of education” and a major media market, Boston University’s College of Communication offers prospective faculty members a wealth of opportunities for collaborative efforts in academic professional spheres. The College of Communication is home to interdisciplinary research engaged with both quantitative and qualitative methods.
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY HR WEBSITE.
Interested applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, letter of interest specifying their interest in teaching advertising courses, and the names, professional titles, and email addresses of three professional references.
Review of applicants will begin October 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may be sent via surface mail or, preferably by email (as a PDF document) to:
Laura Cafasso
Administrator
Department of Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations
College of Communication
Boston University
640 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate’s current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last seven years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer’s applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign the form entitled “Authorization to Release Information” after execution of an offer letter.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Boston University
Associate Professor of the Practice of Journalism
Department of Journalism
College of Communication
Boston University’s College of Communication invites applications for a non-tenure track Associate Professor of the Practice of Journalism, specializing in broadcast journalism. The responsibilities are to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in journalism, preparing our students for an aspect of the industry that is undergoing tremendous change. We are looking for someone with a contemporary understanding of how broadcast journalism is executed, its role in a well-informed society, and how video is effectively used across many organizations and platforms. This Associate Professor of the Practice will be committed to the highest standards of journalism while promoting the kinds of innovations necessary to make journalism relative and sustainable.
The BU Department of Journalism, the largest in New England, is a comprehensive program that offers instruction in all media platforms. The program has a long history of achievement in the broadcast realm, with our students ascending to leading roles at some of the most significant broadcast news organizations in the nation.
Boston University values diverse perspectives, and a strong candidate will have a proven track record in furthering these causes at her or his organization and producing stories that speak to a broad span of humanity. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration, and upholds freedom of expression.”
A successful candidate should have the following:
- A distinguished career as a journalist, including a record of sustained excellence. Recognition at the regional level is a given and recognition at the national level is desired.
- A track record of innovation and a strong grasp of many facets of broadcast journalism, whether in front of the camera, or as a producer, or as an executive.
- The qualifications for an appointment as an associate professor of the practice at Boston University. http://www.bu.edu/handbook/appointments-andpromotions/classification-of-ranks-andtitles/
- A master’s degree is preferred; a doctorate is desirable. Neither are required.
- Ability to teach skills courses as well as courses in ethics, international reporting and / or policy.
- Experience in mentoring and management is a significant plus.
- Experience in an academic community, including teaching, is a plus.
Applications should include a letter of interest, including a statement of teaching philosophy and a vision of where broadcast journalism is going in the next 10 years and how our program can best prepare future journalists.
A CV and the names of three references are also requested. Applications may be sent by mail or, preferably, by email, with attachments in a Word or PDF file format, to:
Lena Sheehan
Department Administrator
Boston University College of Communication,
640 Commonwealth Ave.
Boston, MA 02215.
Email: . All inquiries will be confidential. Review of materials will begin November 1, 2024.
Established in 1947, the College of Communication (COM) at Boston University is a large college with departments specializing in Film and Television, Journalism, Mass Communication, Advertising and Public Relations. COM’s student population exceeds 2200 students annually, including undergraduate and Master’s level students. The college integrates a strong liberal arts core with a heavy focus on preparing students for careers as communication professionals. Our faculty is a blend of traditional academicians and widely experienced professionals. Located in the “hub of education” and a major media market, Boston University’s College of Communication offers prospective faculty members a wealth of opportunities for collaborative efforts in academic and professional spheres.
Boston University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate’s current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last 7 years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer’s applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign an authorization to release information” after execution of an offer letter.
Lehigh University
Assistant Professor of Multimedia Journalism
The Department of Journalism and Communication at Lehigh University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Multimedia Journalism, with an emphasis on engaged approaches to journalism and underserved communities, effective July 2025.
Candidates must have an earned PhD in journalism, mass communication or related fields by the date of employment, and they must have relevant, non-academic professional experience in journalism or a related field.
Lehigh University is committed to excellence in research and creative activity, and we seek a colleague whose scholarship and/or creative activity will substantively contribute to the department’s national and international profile. Successful candidates for tenure may pursue research or creative tracks, and applicants with traditional scholarly backgrounds and/or a significant professional profile in multimedia journalism are encouraged to apply. For applicants with a traditional scholarly profile, we welcome applications from any epistemic or methodological background whose past scholarly contributions and future research agenda complements the strengths of the department, which include: an increasing focus on the relationship between journalism and underrepresented communities; the role of journalism in global democratic society; and a focus on technological, professional, and ethical change in the field. Applicants with a professional focus must have a demonstrated record of publishing and disseminating high quality journalism or nonfiction storytelling in a range of venues. These can include breaking news and feature photography, documentary films or photo projects, investigative podcasts, multimedia journalism produced for online outlets, visually-centered social media journalism, or other emerging and experimental forms of journalism.
Tenure track faculty generally teach two classes each semester (our curriculum is available here). The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of undergraduate classes, with needs in Visual Communication, Multimedia Storytelling, and Community and Solutions Journalism. Applicants will also have the opportunity to teach elective offerings in their areas of expertise. We are a department that blends skills training and conceptual learning, and the successful candidate will have the ability to teach classes that meet existing department needs as well as future areas over the course of their career.
The successful candidate also will be expected to engage in scholarly activities, participate in departmental, college, university, and professional service as well as contribute to the department, college, and university efforts relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Department of Journalism & Communication has offered an undergraduate program of superior quality since 1927 and is dedicated to outstanding undergraduate education in journalism. We have eight-full time faculty and exist as one of the larger departments within the College of Arts & Sciences. Alumni are in the top ranks of American journalism. With major and minor programs in journalism, and mass communication, the department has about 100 majors and minors at any given time. More information can be found on our department website.
Founded in 1865, Lehigh University has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. Recognized among the nation’s highly ranked research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for over 7,500 students. Lehigh University has some 5,800 undergraduates, 1,800 graduate students, and nearly 600 full-time faculty members. Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA., a vibrant and historic area. Over 840,000 people live in the Lehigh Valley, which is in close proximity to New York City and Philadelphia.
Review of Applications will begin October 15 and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received online by November 8. Applicants should submit their materials via Academic Jobs Online at the following link: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28316
Candidates should submit the following materials: 1) cover letter that summarizes their teaching, research, and service activities, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) scholarship statement that describes past scholarly contributions and future research directions that would enhance both the department and university’s research profile, 4) teaching statement that describes instructional philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, evidence of teaching innovation, and vision for how teaching would both address department needs and create new opportunities, 5) a statement that addresses how the candidate would contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment in the college (a guide for understanding and preparing DEI statements is available here), and 6) three letters of reference will be requested before the Zoom interview should the candidate be selected for an interview.
Any inquiries regarding this search should be directed to Dr. Jeremy Littau, chair of the search committee at or department chair Brian Creech ().
Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We are committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse academic community and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to this mission. Lehigh University is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation award for promoting the careers of women in academic sciences and engineering (click here for more information) and is among institutions of higher education recognized for excellence in diversity with the INSIGHT into Diversity HEED Award. Additional information about Lehigh’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is available here. Lehigh University provides competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including domestic partner benefits. More information about Work/Life Balance for Faculty can be found here. Lehigh University supports dual career efforts for following spouses/partners of newly hired faculty and you can read more about that here.
University of Missouri
Tenure Track Assistant or Associate Professor, Public Relations
School of Journalism
The Missouri School of Journalism is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in public relations to start Fall 2025. The School has a long-standing reputation for providing cutting-edge research, teaching, and outreach work that influence and lead the industry. This position has been created to further the School’s mission of high-impact research activities that explore the field of public relations. The School also values research that focuses on underrepresented communities and/or vulnerable populations. Candidates may come from disciplines such as journalism, communication, strategic communication or related fields, with research expertise in public relations as broadly defined.
Qualifications and responsibilities: A Ph.D. in journalism, communication or related fields is required.
The successful candidate should have an established research program including high impact publications with primary focus in public relations or related fields. Additionally, we seek well-rounded candidates with professional work experience, such as agency, non-profit, government or corporate sector. The successful candidate should also be committed to interdisciplinary teaching, have a demonstrated ability to mentor students and help to create a climate that attracts students of diverse backgrounds. The new faculty member should have an enthusiastic desire and demonstrated ability to help expand the public relations course offerings within strategic communication and graduate curricula in areas such as crisis communication, internal/corporate communication and/or political communication, and demonstrate a willingness to seek out extramural grant funding.
About Missouri School of Journalism
Founded in 1908, the Missouri School of Journalism is the world’s oldest and leading journalism program and has been widely recognized for excellence and innovation in undergraduate and graduate education and scholarship. In its 2014 annual ranking of top journalism schools, News Pro-Radio Television Digital News Association again ranked the Missouri School of Journalism “far and away” the No. 1 journalism school in the country. The National Research Council ranks the School’s doctoral program among the top journalism/communication programs in the nation. In addition, the School’s Reynolds Journalism Institute provides state-of-the-art resources for researchers and professionals to test new ideas, uses social science research to assess their effectiveness, and delivers solutions that citizens and journalists can put to use in their communities.
Currently, the School offers academic education and practical training to more than 2,000 undergraduates and 200 graduate students. The School has a close and productive relationship with other academic units on campus, the media industry and the local community. It operates award-winning, community-based, multiplatform news outlets and produces comprehensive research-based advertising and public relations campaigns for real clients. The School also houses headquarters of prominent professional organizations, including American Society of News Editors, Investigative Reporters and Editors, Association of Health Care Journalists, and Pictures of the Year International, among others.
About Columbia, Missouri
The University of Missouri (MU or Mizzou), located in Columbia, has an enrollment of 30,000 students and is Missouri’s largest public research university. Mizzou is also the flagship campus of the four-campus University of Missouri System and one of only five universities nationwide with law, medicine, veterinary medicine and a nuclear research reactor on one campus. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities since 1908, Mizzou is considered one of the nation’s top-tier institutions.
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
To Apply
Apply online (https://apptrkr.com/5598830) Search for Job ID 50834. Upload: (a) a letter of application that describes your research, teaching, and outreach/professional experiences; (b) a curriculum vitae; (c) evidence of teaching excellence; d) the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
For position description questions or specific questions related to the search, contact Associate Professor and Search Committee Chair, Sungkyoung Lee, by email: .
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Assistant Professor of Journalism & Mass Communication, Political Science, &/or Psychology
- Location: Madison, Wisconsin
- Department: COLLEGE OF LETTERS AND SCIENCE/JOURNALISM & MASS COMMUNICATION-GEN
- Category: Faculty
- Employment Type: Faculty-Full Time
- Employment Type: Onsite
- Application Period Opens: Aug 27, 2024, at 12:50 AM CDT
- Job Number: 304352-FA
Job Summary:
As part of a group hire supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and the College of Letters and Science at UW-Madison, The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Department of Political Science and the Department of Psychology seek two full-time Assistant Professors beginning August 18, 2025, with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research and teaching and an emphasis on communication, social identity and civil society. Each successful candidate’s tenure home will be in one of the three participating departments, or some combination of the three, in consultation with the candidates. As such, the selected candidate will teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in one of three, or some combination of the three, departments/schools: the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, the Department of Political Science and/or the Department of Psychology. The successful candidate will advance the educational mission of the College of Letters & Science, that values, prioritizes, and actualizes evidence-based and student-centered teaching and (undergraduate student) mentoring. They will contribute to an inclusive, fair, and equitable environment that fosters engagement and a sense of belonging for faculty, staff, students and members of the broader community.
We seek to strengthen our cutting-edge research, teaching, and practice concerning issues of communication, social identity, and civil society. We are particularly interested in scholars studying one or more of the following issues: 1) communication ecologies, social structure, and civic life; 2) political discourse, contentious politics, and democratic health; and 3) social identity, social and racial injustice, and conflicts over political power and social respect. The successful candidate will join a community of productive scholars who value a wide variety of conceptual, methodological, and analytical perspectives including, but not limited to: quantitative observation, qualitative fieldwork, content analysis, survey analysis, experimental research, computational analysis, archival research, field interventions, translational and implementation work, and emerging artificial intelligence techniques.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate, as a member of the College of L&S, will proactively contribute to, support, and advance the college’s commitment to equity among all aspects of their teaching, mentoring, research, and service. In addition to developing and maintaining a robust research portfolio in the area(s) of communication, social identity, and civil society, the successful applicant will mentor highly motivated master’s and doctoral students in this area of high demand and societal impact. Successful candidates will be expected to participate in the research mission of the Center for Communication and Civic Renewal at UW-Madison. The standard teaching load is four courses per academic year, typically including one graduate seminar per year. University and professional service is required appropriate to career stage.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Required
PhD
A Ph.D. in communication, political science, psychology, or related field is required by the start of the appointment.
Qualifications:
Successful candidate must engage in high-quality research and teaching commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience with fostering or the ability to foster an inclusive and equity-centered teaching, learning, mentoring, departmental, and research environment where all can thrive.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Anticipated Begin Date:
AUGUST 18, 2025
Salary:
Negotiable
ACADEMIC (9 months)
Additional Information:
The faculty members across the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Department of Political Science and the Department of Psychology are also involved in teaching an innovative undergraduate curriculum and oversee three of the nation’s top graduate programs. The University of Wisconsin-Madison enjoys outstanding intellectual resources, teaching and research laboratories, and multiple sources of research support. In 2022, UW-Madison ranked eighth in the world for communication and media studies, and top five in the U.S. The School of Journalism and Mass Communication offers leading doctoral, master’s, and undergraduate programs. The Department of Political Science is one of the oldest and most respected political science departments in the country, and offers doctoral and undergraduate programs. The Department of Psychology at UW-Madison is highly rated and is a leader in its field. The department is multidisciplinary, has a highly collaborative environment, and is one of the largest and fastest growing majors at UW-Madison. The Department of Psychology offers cutting-edge research, along with award winning students, staff, and faculty.
Highlighting UW-Madison’s leadership in interdisciplinary research in the areas of this search, the SJMC houses the Center for Communication and Civic Renewal, the Center for Communication and Democracy, the Center for Journalism Ethics, the Mass Communication Research Center, and the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism. SJMC faculty are also affiliates of Robert F. and Jean E. Holtz Center for Science & Technology Studies, the Center for High Throughput Computing, the Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies, and the Institute for Diversity Science. The Department of Political Science houses the Elections Research Center and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership. The Department of Psychology has affiliations with numerous centers, including, but not limited to the Center for Healthy Minds, the Health Emotions Research Institute, Harlow Center for Biological Psychology, the Waisman Laboratory for Brain Imaging and Behavior, and Wisconsin Twin Research.
UW-Madison is known for its interdisciplinary, international character, something that is evident through the many affiliations our faculty maintain with other units on campus as well as collaborations around the world. Located at the nexus of four beautiful lakes, Madison, the state capital, consistently ranks among the top American cities for its quality of life. University employees enjoy a thriving entertainment, cultural, sports, and “foodie” environment.
The College of Letters & Science is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which all of us – students, staff, and faculty – can thrive. Ours is a community in which we all are welcome. Most importantly, we strive to build a community in which all of us feel a great sense of belonging. There is no excellence without diversity in all its forms; diverse teams are more creative and successful than homogeneous ones. We are better when we are diverse and when we acknowledge, celebrate and honor our diversity. In acknowledging and honoring our diversity, we also assume a responsibility to support and stand up for each other.
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
How to Apply:
Telephone and email inquiries to discuss this position are welcome. Contact Professor Michael Wagner (608-263-3392 /). Additional search committee members are also available to answer questions. They are: Professor Dhavan Shah (SJMC, ), Professor Kathy Cramer (political science, ), and Professor Markus Brauer (psychology, ).
To apply, candidates should visit jobs.wisc.edu, search for position #304352 and click on “Apply Now.” Candidates will be required to submit 1) a cover letter detailing research interests, teaching qualifications, and any relevant professional experience; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching effectiveness, and 4) two samples of scholarly work. In addition, you will be asked for the names and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon application submission and asked to upload a signed letter of reference. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 15, 2024; applications will be accepted until position is filled.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer; we promote diversity and inclusion for all faculty, staff, and students and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applications for this position must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. Employment will require a criminal background check.
Please note that applicants will be evaluated based upon submitted application materials and therefore should speak to and include evidence of their qualifications. Application materials must clearly demonstrate the applicant’s dedication to excellence in student-centered teaching and mentoring. Additionally, materials should showcase the applicant’s ability to purposefully plan their teaching practices, evidenced through goals, action plans, reflection, and related documentation. This portion of application materials must be created by the applicant that may include supporting letters. It cannot be only in the form of letters and testimony by others.
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Contact:
Michael Wagner
608-263-3392
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Official Title:
Assistant Professor (FA040)
Department(s):
A48-COL OF LETTERS & SCIENCE/JOURN & MASS COM/JN & MASS
Employment Class:
Faculty
Job Number:
304352-FA
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University of Georgia
Assistant Professor in Public Relations
Position Announcement:
The Department of Advertising and Public Relations in the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of assistant professor in public relations. The faculty start date for this position will be August 1, 2025.
Position Description:
The ideal candidate must have a strong record of teaching and research in public relations with expertise in corporate communications, corporate social advocacy, communication leadership, corporate reputation and/or other related areas. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of required courses across our curriculum that include but are not limited to public relations management, PR ethics and leadership, PR campaigns and introduction to corporate communications. The successful candidate will also contribute to our growing curriculum by developing and teaching new courses in corporate communications and related topics.
The successful candidate will have an active research agenda to build a track record of a committed research focus on corporate communications via scholarly publications and funded research in the areas noted above. The successful candidate will have a thorough grounding in theory, research, and practice as well as the ability and commitment to mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Academic Rank/Salary:
Assistant Professor. Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary competitive.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in mass communication, public relations, communication, business, or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered.
- Subject matter expertise in corporate communications and/or related areas.
- Record of teaching effectiveness in courses related to public relations and/or other communication-related areas.
Preferred Qualifications:
- An active research agenda and a proven strong research record/potential in public relations that includes publication of peer-reviewed articles in leading scholarly journals in public relations, communication, mass communication, business communication, media, journalism, and/or related fields.
- Subject matter expertise in corporate communications alongside expertise in other related areas, including but not limited to corporate social advocacy, communication leadership, corporate social responsibility, business literacy, the critical role of corporate communications and how it supports an organization’s business strategy, and the dynamic relationship between corporate communications and the ever-changing technologies (e.g., generative AI, immersive media and/or digital platforms, and data analytics).
- Demonstrated potential for online instruction.
- Experience in grant writing, and/or interest in and the potential to seek external funding via interdisciplinary collaboration
- A minimum of 3-5 years of industry experience in corporate communications and/or related practice.
Application Deadline:
Screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should go to [job post link here] and submit the following:
- a cover letter
- a curriculum vita
- the names, emails, and phone numbers of three references
- up to two academic writing samples/publications
Questions regarding the search should be directed to Dr. Michael Cacciatore, the search committee chair, at .
About the Department of Advertising and Public Relations
The Department of Advertising and Public Relations is a Top Five Outstanding Education Program ranked by PRWeek in 2024. We have a dedicated team of award-winning teachers and internationally and nationally recognized scholars. As a hub for interdisciplinary research and professional development, AdPR houses the Brain, Body, and Media (BBAM) Lab, the Center for Advanced Computer-Human Ecosystems, the Center for Health and Risk Communication, the Crisis Communication Think Tank, and the SEE Suite for Social Media Engagement & Evaluation. AdPR is the proud home of Talking Dog, a student-led full-service advertising and public relations agency that fosters growth for both clients and members through next-generation perspectives. AdPR offers two undergraduate certificate programs, the Public Affairs Communications Certificate program in collaboration with the School of Public and International Affairs and the Strategic Health and Risk Communications Certificate program in collaboration with the College of Public Health. AdPR also offers diverse study abroad and field study programs in New York City, Washington D.C., Chicago, Japan, and Cannes, France.
About the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication
UGA’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2015. The college offers M.A., M.F.A., and Ph.D. degrees, and it offers undergraduate degrees in advertising, entertainment and media studies, journalism, and public relations. The college hosts student chapters of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), the American Advertising Federation (AdClub), the National Association of Black Journalists, the National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Women in Media, the Online News Association, the National Press Photographers
Association, the Society of Professional Journalists, and the Association for Women in Sports Media. Learn more about the Department of Advertising and Public Relations and the Grady College at www.grady.uga.edu.
The department and college are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive environment for teaching and learning, and they value diversity in experience, background, and research perspectives.
About Georgia
Georgia is well known for its quality of life, and for outdoor, urban, cultural and arts activities (www.exploregeorgia.org). Athens, the home of UGA, is consistently rated as one the nation’s best college towns and is a vibrant, diverse place to live (www.visitathensga.com). The University of Georgia is a land/sea grant institution located approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, in close proximity to major media outlets, global agencies, national and international government and nonprofit organizations, Fortune 500 companies, and the world’s busiest international airport. More information about UGA is available at www.uga.edu.
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().