HARVARD UNIVERSITY
School of Public Health
Assistant/Associate Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences
The Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) seek candidates for a position as Assistant/Associate Professor (2 openings). These are tenure-ladder positions, with the academic rank to be determined in accordance with the successful candidate’s experience and productivity. For one opening, the successful candidate will have an appointment in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at HSPH. For the second opening, the successful candidate will have a joint appointment in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at HSPH and in the Center for Community-Based Research in the Division of Population Sciences at DFCI.
For both positions, we are interested in scholars with a distinguished record of research and teaching in health communications. Areas of research foci may include mass media, patient-provider communication, consumer health informatics with a focus on Internet and social media, health and information and communication technologies, the application of behavioral economics to health communication and behavior change, health communication and public policy, strategic health communication campaigns, and communication in diffusion of innovations and knowledge transfer. A core theme for research conducted in the DFCI’s Center for Community-Based Research is understanding the role of health communications in cancer prevention, control and treatment. Experience conducting research with socioeconomically disadvantaged and racial/ethnic minority populations is also desirable, as are strong research methods skills (quantitative and/or qualitative; multi-level expertise). Potential/demonstrated success in grant-funded research will be a strong consideration. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in any of the following fields: communication science, psychology, sociology, public health, a related field within the social and behavioral sciences, or a professional doctoral degree in medicine or nursing.
The successful candidate will teach and advise students in the doctoral and master’s programs in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and will mentor postdoctoral fellows. For the joint position with DFCI, the successful candidate will also be a member of DFCI’s Division of Population Sciences, which includes the Center for Community-Based Research, and will also be a member of the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center. Numerous opportunities exist for interdisciplinary and collaborative work between HSPH, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard’s other teaching hospitals.
Please apply to: https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/4515
For questions, please contact:
Chair, Search Committee for SBS/DFCI
c/o Monika Szperka, Search Administrator
Email: mszperka@hsph.harvard.edu
Social and Behavioral Sciences, HSPH
677 Huntington Ave. Bldg 3, 7th fl
Boston, MA 02115
Harvard University is committed to increasing representation of women and minority members among its faculty, and particularly encourages applications from such candidates.
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UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
Faculty Positions in Human Sociogenomics
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Institute for Genomic Biology
The University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, seeks candidates who examine the interdependence of biology and social behavior, with a particular interest in human sociogenomics for full-time faculty positions. Scholars in various social science fields whose research agenda engages the biological sciences as well as scholars in the biological sciences whose research lies at the interface with the social sciences are invited to apply.
For complete details see http://www.humansociogenomics.illinois.edu/.
Illinois is an AA/EOE (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).
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UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
College of Journalism and Communications
Department of Public Relations
The Department of Public Relations, a leader in public relations education, research, and professional outreach, invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair and Professor to begin January, 2014. The diverse faculty members in the department value the scholarly, collegial, and collaborative culture that exists within the Department and across the College.
The Department of Public Relations is one of the largest programs in the United States, with nine full-time faculty, including an endowed chair in public interest communications. It serves approximately 570 undergraduate majors and 65 graduate students, including 15 Ph.D. students. The Department consistently is ranked among the top-three public relations programs in the United States and aspires to be the very best.
Qualifications: Qualifications of preferred candidates include distinguished scholarship, demonstrated leadership or administrative experience, potential for securing external funding, and a vision for the future of the department as we continue to innovate in creative, technological, and global aspects of the field. A Ph.D. is required for this 12-month position. The successful applicant will (1) hold the rank of professor or meet the University of Florida’s criteria for full professor upon hire and (2) be eligible for tenure upon hire. Other qualifications include interest in distance/online education and executive training, entrepreneurial spirit, and willingness to actively engage in activities of our Center for Media Innovation + Research, which includes the AHA! Co-Lab and the Social Advocacy Project.
The College of Journalism and Communications has 50 full-time faculty, more than 60 full-time staff, approximately 2,342 undergraduate majors and 275 graduate students, including 71 doctoral students. The College offers the doctoral degree and ACEJMC-accredited baccalaureate and master’s degrees through four academic departments: Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations, and Telecommunication. Additional interdisciplinary graduate programs exist in the following specializations: Science/Health, International & Intercultural, and Mass Communication Law as well as three online master’s programs: Global Strategic Communication, Social Media, and Web Design and Online Communication.
The University of Florida, one of the most comprehensive public universities in the nation, is a member of the Association of American Universities and is included in the Carnegie Commission’s list of leading research universities. UF’s students come from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The University of Florida seeks applications and nominations from a broad spectrum of individuals including women, members of diverse ethnic groups, and persons with disabilities. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution. The “Government in the Sunshine” laws of the State of Florida require that all documents related to the search process be available for public inspection.
Application Procedure: To view application instructions and complete an online resume, visit www.hr.ufl.edu/job. The reference/requisition number for this vacancy is 0902483. Applications must include an electronic copy of the following: (1) a letter of interest; (2) complete curriculum vitae; (3) names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional/academic references. The Search Committee may request additional materials at a later time. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-4621 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Questions can be directed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Linda Hon, PO Box 118400, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 32611-8400 (Telephone 352-392-0466) or Lhon@ufl.edu. Review of applications begins March 1, 2013, and continues until the position is filled.
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KENT STATE UNIVERSITY
School of Communication Studies
Mediated/Mass Communication – Assistant Professor
The School of Communication Studies at Kent State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Mediated/Mass Communication at the rank of Assistant Professor. Strong secondary expertise in global/international communication and new communication technologies is highly desirable.
The School offers undergraduate concentrations in applied, global, health, interpersonal, organizational and public communication. The new faculty member will have the opportunity to shape the curricula and associated initiatives in the undergraduate concentration in public communication and the graduate concentration in mediated communication. He or she will be expected to teach in the undergraduate concentration in public communication, participate in our masters and doctoral programs, and conduct research in mediated/mass communication and allied areas. The School of Communication Studies is part of the College of Communication and Information headed by Dean Stanley T. Wearden, former director of the School of Communication Studies. The College encourages integrative work among the Schools of Communication Studies, Journalism and Mass Communication, Library and Information Science, and Visual Communication Design, as well as a program in Information Architecture and Knowledge Management. The School of Communication Studies places high value on collaborative work, within the college, around the campus, and with other organizations in all sectors.
Kent State University, with more than 25,000 students on the Kent campus, has been ranked by Times Higher Education, a London-based higher education magazine, as one of the top 200 universities in the world. The Kent campus is located in the rolling hills of northeastern Ohio. Kent State is a major research university with a commitment to innovative strategies for learning and civic engagement. Kent offers a delightful combination of a small but vibrant college-town environment and close proximity to the cultural, dining and professional sports activities of major cities, along with and the recreational opportunities of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the many lakes in the region.
Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. We expect an employment start date of either January or August 2014. The Ph.D. or equivalent is expected by the start of the semester of employment. If the degree is not yet completed, the new hire will be initially at the level of Instructor, and on a term basis. Applicants should possess excellent publication and teaching credentials commensurate with years of experience. A strong commitment to academic and community service is also desired.
For a complete description of this position and to apply, visit our jobsite at: https://jobs.kent.edu. Applicants will upload the following items:
For more information about the positions, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Child, Search Committee Chair, jchild@kent.edu
Kent State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon being able to work in the United States.
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UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
School of Journalism and Communication
Dean
The University of Oregon, a distinguished public research university in Eugene, Oregon, seeks applications and nominations for the Dean of the School of Journalism and Communication. The School enrolls 1,800 undergraduate students who study journalism, advertising, communication studies, and public relations, as well as approximately 125 graduate students in specialized Master’s and doctoral programs. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to engage and inspire the students and faculty and accelerate the School’s progress toward becoming one of the nation’s centers of excellence for leadership in journalism, media, and communications for the 21st century.
Based on a scenic 295-acre campus in Eugene, in the beautiful Willamette Valley – just over an hour from the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade Mountains and the city of Portland – the University of Oregon (UO) is the flagship institution of the Oregon University System, a network of seven public universities across the state. UO is one of 63 institutions in the nation admitted to membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU). UO currently enrolls approximately 24,447 students, including 20,631 undergraduate and 3,816 graduate students, and offers 300 comprehensive academic programs. This is a pivotal moment for the new dean and the campus as the University’s new President, Dr. Michael Gottfredson, and Provost, Dr. James Bean, begin to develop and implement strategies that will ensure the continued growth, success, and prosperity of the campus’ schools, colleges, research centers and institutes.
Founded in 1916, the School of Journalism and Communication (SOJC) is the only school of journalism and communication in Oregon and one of only a few in the Pacific Northwest. As it approaches its centennial celebration, the SOJC is well positioned to meet the challenges of a transformative era in media, journalism, public relations and communications. It has graduated 10 Pulitzer Prize winners and numerous other distinguished alumni. Regarded as a pioneer in digital media, its students were among the first to develop an iPad magazine which has been featured nationally and internationally. The School has developed a new core “Gateway” curriculum focused on multi-media storytelling and has achieved steady growth in enrollment. The SOJC also launched the George S. Turnbull Center at the university’s Portland location, and by January 2013, the SJOC will have moved back into its home in Allen Hall, which is nearing completion of a $15 million, 16,000 square-foot expansion and upgrade to a state-of-the-art facility.
The Dean will play a critical role in driving the success of the School, and will work with faculty, staff and students to evolve, and in some cases revolutionize, academic programs that will prepare the next generation of professionals and leaders who will thrive in the dynamic fields of journalism and communications. To that end, the Dean will be asked to address the following opportunities and challenges, which are detailed more fully in this document:
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Coalesce and engage the School’s constituents around a shared and integrated vision.
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Further develop a sustainable fiscal model for the School.
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Inspire, lead, and mentor faculty and staff.
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Ensure that the School delivers a transformative intellectual experience for its students.
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Knit together external relationships that will expand the reach and influence of the School.
The University of Oregon has retained Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist with this search. All correspondence, including applications, nominations, and general inquiries, should be e-mailed to 4598@imsearch.com. Applicants should send the following separate documents: a detailed letter of application; a curriculum vitae or resume; and a list of at least eight references including complete contact information and a description of the relationship to the applicant. E-mail correspondence is strongly encouraged. All correspondence will be held in strict confidence. Julie Filizetti or Matthew Tzuker, Isaacson, Miller, 649 Mission Street, Suite 500, San Francisco, CA 94105-4128, Phone: 415.655.4906, Fax: 415.655.4905.
The University of Oregon affirms and actively promotes the right of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment at this institution without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other consideration not directly and substantively related to effective performance. This policy implements all applicable federal, state; and local laws, regulations; and executive orders.
Contact Us: 4598@imsearch.com
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NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Faculty Position in Communication and Health
Academic Search Number 20715
The Department of Communication Studies at Northwestern University seeks to hire a specialist in communication and health for an appointment beginning as early as September 1, 2013. The appointment will be at the rank of full professor with tenure with an additional three-year renewable appointment as director of a new center for health communication being created in the School of Communication.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
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A record of achievement in teaching, research, and service that would permit an appointment with tenure at the senior rank;
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A thorough and broad education in communication theory and research and ideally an earned doctorate in the field of communication;
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The ability to lead and work effectively in interdisciplinary teams across the social sciences, engineering, medicine, and allied health disciplines;
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A career commitment to the study and improvement of communication process and practices related to health information, health decision-making/behavior, and/or health care;
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A record of high quality, high impact externally funded collaborative and interdisciplinary research in the area of communication and health;
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Success in developing and teaching curricula for students planning careers in health care;
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Success in leading and managing academic programs and research collaborations.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
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develop and lead a new professional graduate program in communication and health;
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organize and lead a successful interdisciplinary research program involving faculty from communication, engineering, and medicine;
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teach undergraduate and graduate courses;
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participate in the department and in university leadership activities as director of the center.
About Northwestern, the School of Communication, and the Department of Communication Studies
Northwestern University is one of the world’s leading research centers, a top-ranked choice for graduate and undergraduate study across the arts and sciences, and a leader in professional education in business, law, and medicine. Its School of Communication—with roughly 1200 undergraduates, 130 doctoral students, and 300 professional graduate students—is the third largest undergraduate school in the university. It has 100 tenure-track faculty and 60 non-tenure track faculty on its instructional staff. Communication Studies is the largest of the five departments in the School. Its program focuses on organizational communication, media and technology studies, and public culture; with the addition of the new Center, health communication will become another important part of its portfolio.
Applications and timeline
Candidates should send a letter of application, CV, sample publications, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names of six confidential references to Professor Daniel J. O’Keefe, Department of Communication Studies, Northwestern University, 2240 Campus Drive, Room 2-118, Evanston, IL 60208, or to healthcommsearch2013@northwestern.edu.
Review of applications will begin March 15, 2013. For full consideration, applications should be received no later than March 10, 2013.
