Tennessee Tech University

Assistant Professor of Journalism and Digital Communication

Full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position starting August 1, 2025. Teaching load is 4/4 including one (3 hour) course reduction for both the Fall and Spring semesters for student media advising. Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in communication, mass communication, or a related field with an emphasis in journalism required; ability to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in communication, digital communication and journalism, including reporting, editing, news layout and design, online news reporting, data visualization and/or visual communication; advise the digital and print student newspaper and coordinate content with other student media outlets; ability to use and teach the use of Associated Press style and Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Photoshop, and Bridge; and be committed to the continued improvement of teaching using research-based practices. Willingness to teach online is required. Excellent writing skills, a commitment to the Society for Professional Journalists Code of Ethics, and an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a free press in democratic society required.

Teaching experience and/or professional experience in journalism is preferred. Teachable knowledge of website building applications, HTML, and/or CSS preferred. Research or interest area in social media and/or digital media preferred. Candidates with research of teaching interest in artificial intelligence applications are preferred.

Applicants must apply online at www.tntech.edu/jobs and will be required to upload a cover letter that addresses their teaching philosophy, their understanding of the Society of Professional Journalists Code of Ethics, ability to meet essential functions and qualifications of the position, and research interests; curriculum vitae; copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts and names and email addresses of three individuals who can attest to effectiveness in teaching and potential for research. Applicants should also include student evaluations and teaching portfolio, if available.

An application without all required material is incomplete and will not be considered. Screening begins 01/15/2025. The position is open until filled.

Tennessee Tech University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.