University of Rhode Island

Associate Professor of Public Relations

Position location: Kingston

The Department of Journalism and Public Relations at the University of Rhode Island is hiring an Associate Professor of Public Relations. The department seeks a teacher-scholar to join the dynamic faculty in the Harrington School of Communication and Media to begin Fall 2025. The ideal candidate will have teaching experience and a record of scholarly publications to join the faculty at the rank of Associate Professor. The faculty member will have the opportunity to teach advanced courses in public relations as well as required lower-level undergraduate courses. We aim to find a scholar with expertise in areas such as short-form video content, CSR/CSA, health/risk communication, diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ), public diplomacy, international PR, internal/employee PR, or non-profit public relations. In addition to teaching and scholarship, faculty will engage in advising and service. Applicants with experience advising a PRSSA chapter or an honor society are encouraged to apply. Faculty members have opportunities to collaborate with a diverse group of scholars within the Harrington School, which offers programs in Communication Studies, Film/Media, Journalism, Library and Information Studies, Public Relations, Sports Media and Communication, and Professional and Public Writing. Students in the Harrington School learn how to become creative communicators, engaged citizens, and leaders in the communities they serve. The newly formed Department of Journalism and Public Relations includes Journalism with its long and distinguished history, producing award-winning practitioners for over 50 years; and its innovative and growing Public Relations degree program featuring three different professional tracks.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teach required courses in the public relations major as well as courses within the faculty member’s area of specialty. Conduct and publish research in the faculty member’s area of scholarship. Advise students on course selection, academic progress, and career planning. Undertake curriculum development and revision to help shape the public relations program and focus areas within the PR major. Participate in departmental, school, and university service. Establish external relationships with industry practitioners and alumni. Develop field-relevant experiential learning opportunities for students.

For complete details about the position, including required and preferred qualifications, and the application process itself, please visit the URI Jobs website at https://apptrkr.com/5808705 to apply and view complete details for job posting (F00449).

The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by January 21, 2025. Applications received after January 21, 2025, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE ONLY.

The University of Rhode Island is an EEOD employer. Women, persons of color, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other protected groups are encouraged to apply.