Midwestern State University
Instructor or Assistant Professor of Mass Communication – Multimedia Journalism
The Department of Mass Communication at Midwestern State University invites applications for a faculty position in multimedia journalism to begin August 2025. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. The department offers a variety of courses across the discipline leading to a broad mass communication degree with specialized minors in multimedia journalism, digital media, broadcasting, digital film production and public relations/advertising. We are highly student-oriented, and faculty are expected to be accessible to the students. Our students, faculty and alumni have won major awards at the state, regional and national levels. Our seven-year-old, multimillion dollar facility includes a full studio, newsroom, Mac and PC labs, all of which were just upgraded with new computers and software.
Midwestern State University, located about two hours from the DFW Metroplex, is the only Texas public institution that is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges. MSU is small enough to be personal but large enough to offer students considerable opportunities.
Duties: The successful candidate will teach a range of journalism courses and may be assigned to teach other courses in the major as needed. The successful candidate will also serve as an academic adviser; lead students to participate in extracurricular activities such as student media and internships; maintain a record of scholarly activities commensurate with rank; actively recruit; engage in departmental, university and community service; develop relationships with area professionals; be a positive representative of the department both on and off campus; and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: A master’s degree in mass communication or a related field, and substantial professional experience in journalism, is required for the rank of instructor on non-tenure track. A doctorate or terminal degree in mass communication or a related field is required for the rank of assistant professor on tenure track.
Preferred Qualifications: Related teaching experience, especially at the undergraduate level; professional experience in the field of journalism; video, production and student media experience; ability to teach core courses such as Mass Media and Society, Film Appreciation, and Interpersonal Communication; experience in advising student media; experience in academic advising; experience with recruiting.
Application Process: Send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, copies of unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references to . General questions may be directed to department chair Dr. Jim Sernoe at .
Review of applications begins immediately. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Standard University Requirements: Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to MSU’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multifunction authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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Midwestern State University, a Texas public university with nearly 5,900 students, is a proud member of the Texas Tech University System. MSU Texas is centrally located between Dallas and Oklahoma City in Wichita Falls (population 103,000). MSU is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) and is committed to excellence in teaching.
Visit us online at msutexas.edu.
