SUNY New Paltz

Assistant Professor of Media & Journalism

JOB DETAILS

SUNY New Paltz Vacancy External Posting (Faculty)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Digital Media & Journalism

Budget Title: Assistant Professor

Local Title: Assistant Professor of Media & Journalism

Posting Date: October 16, 2024

Classification: N/A

Duties: The Department of Digital Media and Journalism at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Media and Journalism. The desired areas of specialization include news editing, local news reporting, and journalism history and theory. Position responsibilities would include running the Department’s online news magazine as part of a required course in the journalism major.

The position would include teaching beginning and intermediate reporting courses, a course on editing and publishing, and a course on the historical, legal, and cultural foundations of journalism.

We are particularly interested in filling the line with a candidate from groups traditionally underrepresented on college campuses, especially scholars committed to diversity and inclusion in their scholarship and teaching. We seek a candidate that would complement the department faculty’s strengths as a blend of active media practitioners/filmmakers, journalists, and media scholars. Along with teaching and scholarly research, duties would include advising the department’s student majors and minors and collegial participation in the life of the Department and University.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ph.D. or ABD candidates having a firm completion date within the year of the appointment. M.F.A. or terminal degree in their field from an accredited institution, and a substantial body of creative/professional work would also be considered.
• Candidates should have teaching experience at the undergraduate level and present evidence or promise of an active program of research and/or creative work.

Preferred:

• A Ph.D. in Journalism, Media Studies, Communication, or a related field
• At least five years of professional journalism experience, including editing responsibilities

Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Examples of published journalism and/or scholarly work
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for three professional references – References provided by applicant will be sent a link to upload letters of recommendation

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2613

Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received before 11/22/24

Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members— students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility.

We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/

Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2613 Application for Employment