CALIFORNIA LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor
The Department of Communication at California Lutheran University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Mass Communication to begin August 2012. The successful candidate will be a generalist who will teach undergraduate courses in writing for the mass media, introduction to mass communication, and other courses within the candidate's area of expertise. Other responsibilities include advising of undergraduate students. Doctorate in Communication or related area, evidence of quality teaching and demonstrated potential for scholarly research are required. Professional experience in media-related industries is desirable. Preference given to candidates who can document competence in the teaching of writing. A.B.D. considered with doctorate earned by September 2012.
CLU is an accredited, private, comprehensive university located midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. Additional information may be found at www.callutheran.edu. California Lutheran University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The university encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of CLU to apply.
Please e-mail letter describing teaching experience, research, professional experience, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation to via email to:
Dr. Sharon Docter, Chair, Search Committee
c/o Randy Toland [toland@callutheran.edu]
California Lutheran University
60 Olsen Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91350
805- 493-3015
Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.
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LASELL COLLEGE
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor of Communication
The Lasell College Department of Communication in Newton, MA seeks applicants for a full-time Assistant Professor of Communication, who can teach a broad range of courses on the undergraduate and graduate level, with a specialization in either Sports Communication or Fashion Communication beginning in the Fall of 2012.
Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate or graduate courses in the applicant's area of expertise and other communication courses as needed. An ability and interest in utilizing an active, project-focused approach to teaching is critical. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent, enthusiastic teaching and student advocacy; ability to work cooperatively and productively with faculty, staff and students; commitment to productivity and professional development; and active participation in department and college service. Our growing major is looking to enhance and diversify offerings, pedagogical approaches, and personnel. The successful candidate will have the ability to shape the on-going development of this program in response to new potential markets and an expanding program curriculum.
Qualifications: A doctorate in Communication is required, although an ABD will also be considered.
Faculty at Lasell are employed on renewable single and multi-year contracts. Minority applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send a cover letter, a philosophy of teaching, resume and names of three (3) references to: employment@lasell.edu
Lasell College, founded in 1851, is an independent, coeducational, non-sectarian institution of higher education located eight miles from Boston in Newton, Massachusetts. The College offers over 30 baccalaureate programs in Business, Communication, Fashion and Design, Allied Health and Sports Studies, Teacher Education, Criminal Justice, and the Arts and Sciences. Lasell College also offers Master's degrees in Management, Communication, Sport Management and Education.
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LASELL COLLEGE
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor of Marketing Communication
Lasell College Department of Communication in Newton, MA seeks an Assistant Professor of Marketing Communication for a Spring 2012 or Fall 2012 appointment. A specialty in Health Communication is a plus. More senior rank will be considered based on experience and other credentials.
Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate or graduate courses in the areas of advertising, media campaigns, integrated marketing communication, or other courses depending upon the candidate's area of specialization. An ability and interest in utilizing an active, project-focused approach to teaching is critical. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent, enthusiastic teaching and student advocacy; ability to work cooperatively and productively with faculty, staff and students; commitment to productivity and professional development; and active participation in department and college service. Our growing major is looking to enhance and diversify offerings, pedagogical approaches, and personnel. The successful candidate will have the ability to shape the on-going development of this program in response to new potential markets and an expanding program curriculum.
Qualifications: A doctorate in Communication, Advertising, Marketing and/or Health Communication is required; although an ABD will also be considered. Prior college teaching experience preferred.
Faculty at Lasell are employed on renewable single and multi-year contracts. Minority applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send a cover letter, a philosophy of teaching, resume and names of three (3) references to: employment@lasell.edu
Lasell College, founded in 1851, is an independent, coeducational, non-sectarian institution of higher education located eight miles from Boston in Newton, Massachusetts. The College offers over 30 baccalaureate programs in Business, Communication, Fashion and Design, Allied Health and Sports Studies, Teacher Education, Criminal Justice, and the Arts and Sciences. Lasell College also offers Master's degrees in Management, Communication, Sport Management and Education.
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COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
Communication Studies
Rhetorical Studies/Director of Basic Public Speaking Course
Communication Studies, Colorado State University seeks entry-level Assistant Professor. Appointment date August 16, 2012. Applications considered until position filled. Submit complete application by October 31, 2011 for full consideration. Ph.D. preferred, ABD required. Qualifications: credentials and experience centered in communication studies with a specialty in rhetorical studies; demonstrated potential for successfully directing the basic public speaking course; demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research and publication; collegiality in a faculty committed to the rhetorical basis of the discipline; a commitment to the liberal arts. Submit letter, vita, statement of teaching philosophy and research program, three letters of recommendation, and official M.A. and Ph.D. transcripts to Search Committee Chair, Department of Communication Studies, 1783 Campus Delivery, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1783; telephone 970-491-6858. Once the Search Committee has identified semi-finalists, Department faculty will have access to files, including letters of recommendation. View full job description at: http://www.colostate.edu/cgi-bin/cgiwrap/cwis202/db.cgi?db=jobs&uid=faculty&college=Liberal%20Arts&sb=10&so=descend&view_records=1&nh=4&mh=1. Colorado State is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.
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INDIANA UNIVERSITY SOUTH BEND
Communication Studies
Assistant Professor
Indiana University South Bend's Communication Studies area invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in media communication.
IU South Bend is the third largest campus in the Indiana University system and serves the north central Indiana community. The growing Communication Studies area at IU South Bend currently includes B.A. degrees in Mass Communication and Speech Communication. Our mission is to prepare students to communicate effectively in personal, professional, and mediated environments. In response to continued growth, we are in the process of creating a M.A. in Communication Studies.
We invite candidates that take a theoretical/critical, ethnographic, and/or historical approach to teach undergraduate courses in any of the following areas: media studies, consumer culture, media effects, digital media, and/or media theory and research. The ability to teach undergraduate courses in journalism or public relations a plus. Our new colleague will also teach graduate courses in media studies and in their area of expertise. The ability to teach graduate-level courses in empirical research methods is a plus. Qualifications for the position include a Ph.D. in mass communication, media studies, or closely related field; a commitment to
excellence in teaching; documentation of teaching effectiveness; and documentation of a research agenda. Qualified ABD applicants will be considered but must have a reasonable expectation of completing allrequirements for the degree prior to the start of the fall 2012 semester. Tenure-track faculty teach a 3/3 load, perform research, service, and advise majors.
This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, a 10-month contract, university resources for funding research, and the possibility of summer teaching.
To apply, send a cover letter, CV, official transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness, evidence of scholarly writing, and three letters of recommendation to Alec R. Hosterman, Communication Studies Search Committee, Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts, Indiana University South Bend, 1700 Mishawaka Ave., South Bend Indiana 46634. Review of applications will begin December 2, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.
IU South Bend is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. IU South Bend is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university encourages applications and nominations of women, persons of color, applicants with disabilities, and members of other under-represented groups.
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WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY
Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Director, Elliott School of Communication
THE ELLIOTT SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION (ESC) at Wichita State University seeks a full-time director. We are looking for a dynamic, visionary and vibrant leader dedicated to fulfilling our potential as an integrated school of communication. A PhD in communication (or closely related field) and teaching and scholarly credentials warranting tenure at the associate or full professor level, and graduate faculty status are required. The position begins July 2012. For more on qualifications and information about the ESC and WSU, visit us at www.wichita.edu/esc. To apply, please submit: A cover letter addressing your interest and qualifications for this position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of administrative philosophy, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research philosophy, names, addresses, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of 5 references, and 2 scholarly (refereed or juried) writing samples at http://jobs.wichita.edu. To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit it online by November 30, 2011. Wichita State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies, and Media
Assistant Professor, ICT4D
The Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies, and Media at Michigan State University is seeking to fill a full-time, tenure stream position at the assistant professor level in the field of information and communication technology for development (ICT4D).
Candidates will join an enthusiastic, multidisciplinary department with an undergraduate specialization in ICT4D, with graduate-level coursework in ICT4D, and with ongoing ICT4D research in both Africa and Asia. Upon hire, the candidate will be expected to gain visibility through peer-reviewed academic research publications and to pursue external funding to support their research. The successful candidate will teach in our undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as advise graduate students on theses and dissertations. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to participate in designing, deploying, and assessing ICT4D applications and/or conducting primary research on the social and economic impact of ICTs. Visit http://tism.msu.edu for complete information on our majors, degrees, and specializations.
Qualifications: PhD in information and communication technology for development (ICT4D), information, computer science, development studies, communication, or related fields. Prior field work in developing countries is a strong plus.
To apply, complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website https://jobs.msu.edu and search for job number 5232. Applicants should submit electronically the following materials: (1) a cover letter summarizing your qualifications for the position, (2) a current vita, (3) the names and contact information for three individuals willing to serve as recommenders, who may be contacted by the search committee, and (4) two representative scholarly works. The search committee will begin considering applications November 1, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. Duties to begin on August 16, 2012.
Direct questions via email with the subject heading "ICT4D Position" to Professor Mark Levy, Search Committee Chair, Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies, and Media, 402 Communication Arts & Sciences, East Lansing, MI 48824-1212; email: mlevy@msu.edu.
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Apply Here: http://www.click2apply.net/744v7gb
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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies, and Media
Social Media/Social Computing Research
The Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies, and Media (TISM) at Michigan State University invites applications for a tenure stream faculty position in the area of social media/social computing at either the assistant or associate professor level. We seek a scholar whose research addresses social media and/or social computing practices, applications, or effects. An interest in mobile applications of social media is desirable. Teaching duties will include graduate and undergraduate courses in information and communication technologies and social media. The ability to teach courses in research methods, interactive media design, and/or human computer interaction is also desired.
Successful assistant professor candidates will have peer-reviewed works to their credit and demonstrate promise of obtaining external funding to support their research. Associate professor candidates will have a track record of successful grant seeking and have averaged two peer-reviewed publications per year over several years. We encourage individuals from a diverse range of disciplinary and methodological traditions to apply. A PhD in a relevant discipline should be completed prior to the start of the appointment, expected to be August of 2012.
The TISM department is home to a dynamic, interdisciplinary faculty internationally renowned for their cutting-edge research on the uses and implications of information and communication technologies. Our curricula address both the theoretical and practical aspects of media use, and our alumni have achieved positions of prominence in industry, government, and academia. Projects involving cross-disciplinary teams are actively pursued and encouraged. Current research foci of the department include social media, human computer interaction, digital games, ICT for development, e-commerce, communication economics and policy, the adoption and impacts of new media, and content design.
Please direct any questions to Professor Nicole Ellison, Search Committee Chair, Department of Telecommunication, Information Studies & Media at Michigan State University, at nellison@msu.edu.
To apply, please refer to Posting 5233 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website https://jobs.msu.edu. Applicants should submit electronically the following materials: (1) a cover letter summarizing your qualifications for the position, (2) a current vita, and (3) the names and contact information for three individuals willing to serve as recommenders, who may be contacted by the search committee. The search committee will begin considering applications November 1, 2011. The search closes when a suitable candidate is hired. Duties begin on August 16, 2012. An earlier appointment is possible.
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/5jb8zkp
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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Health, Environment or Risk Communication
Assistant or Associate Professor
The successful candidate will conduct research about risk communication related to health, science, and the environment. Candidates could have expertise in areas such as: environmental journalism; health communication, science communication, crisis communication; international and intercultural communication of risks; public participation and advocacy; risk decision-making; policy and risks; or social influence and persuasion.
This position is jointly appointed between Journalism and Communication and housed in the School of Journalism. The split of duties will depend on the expertise of the person hired, but the person will be expected to teach courses in both units. The candidate will work with faculty in the Knight Center for Environmental Journalism, the CAS Health & Risk Communication Center and other units at MSU to seek research funding from government agencies and private foundations.
To apply: Please complete an electronic submission at https://jobs.msu.edu and search for the posting number. Consideration of applications begins Nov. 15. Visit http://jrn.msu.edu for more information.
The School of Journalism is the home of the Knight Center in Environmental Journalism and has faculty involved with global health research and in the Health and Risk Communication MA Program. World-class faculty is known for cutting-edge scholarship (research and creative) and enthusiastic students share an entrepreneurial spirit of reporting news and information in all forms and across media platforms.
The Department of Communication has 10 faculty actively involved in Health and Risk Communication research, and COM faculty teach courses on these topics at both the undergraduate and graduate level. The department also plays a major role in the Health and Risk Communication Center and the Health and Risk MA program.
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/bfq9xg5
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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
School of Journalism
Two Positions
The School of Journalism at Michigan State University is light years ahead of the rest in its creativity and imagination to offer students the critical thinking, excellent writing and superb visual communication skills to be leaders in this exciting, evolving industry. World-class faculty is known for cutting-edge scholarship (research and creative) and enthusiastic students share an entrepreneurial spirit of reporting news and information in all forms and across media platforms. Faculty is consulted by global industry leaders, alumni hold prominent positions and students are award-winners. We are growing. Visit http://jrn.msu.edu.
Innovations in Journalism
Posting # 5225
The successful candidate envisions an exciting future for journalism; will conduct collaborative, funded research to bring about that future; and teach our students to thrive in that future. Our new colleague might accomplish scholarship and instruction in journalism innovations by designing and building new technologies; developing mobile media; creating new technology-based business models; studying the relationship of new technologies and the industry; or understanding the development, adoption, use, and impact of innovations in journalism.
Qualifications: This assistant or associate professor should have a Ph.D., or other terminal degree in a relevant field. A history of experience, teaching and funded research is desired.
Knight Chair in Environmental Journalism
Posting # 5293
We seek an internationally respected scholar or journalist committed to expanding the prominent Knight Center for Environmental Journalism and developing a strong international program of research, teaching and outreach. The Knight Center aims to improve public understanding of environmental issues and trains students and professionals to communicate about complex environmental issues, using diverse media. This colleague will work with world-class MSU scholars in diverse environment-related areas including climate, water, bio-economy and sustainability.
Qualifications: A Ph.D., or a significant career as a journalist covering the environment and science. The successful candidate should have a record that warrants appointment as a full professor. A record of high-quality academic research and experience with new media are preferred and a commitment to external grant activity is a must.
To apply: Please complete an electronic submission at https://jobs.msu.edu and search for the posting number. Consideration of applications begins Nov. 15.
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/cnnhn98
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URSINUS COLLEGE
Digital Media Production & Theory
Assistant Professor
URSINUS COLLEGE invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in Digital Media Production and Theory beginning Fall 2012. We are interested in candidates who can teach both the production and theory of digital media, and the cultural impact of digital technologies. Candidates should have competencies in more than one of the following areas: digital film-making, gaming and animation, social media, web design and web communities, social network analysis, media archeology, and related areas.
For application details see: http://www.ursinus.edu/netcommunity/page.aspx?pid=2159.
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NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor, Digital Media
The Department of Communication at North Carolina State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in digital media. The candidate will have an earned doctorate by August 2012 in Communication or a related field (humanities, social sciences, or interdisciplinary). The successful candidate will have an established record of research in digital media, a commitment to the integration of theory and practice, and a commitment to multidisciplinary scholarship. Possible areas of expertise within digital media include, but are not limited to, game studies; mobile communication; locative media; social and public media; digital aesthetics; social networks; digital culture; digital media infrastructure, ownership, and policy; digital media access; new digital research methods; and surveillance, privacy and control. The specific sub-area of practice is less important than a commitment to understanding and exploring digital media as an arena for creative expression, communication, power, and/or social change. Preference will be given to candidates whose research demonstrates success in, or has strong potential for, external funding.
The candidate must show strong promise of scholarly achievement and teaching success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate should be prepared to teach and advise in the undergraduate and MS curriculum of the Department of Communication (http://communication.chass.ncsu.edu/), and in the interdisciplinary PhD program in Communication, Rhetoric and Digital Media (CRDM) (http://crdm.chass.ncsu.edu/). These programs include introductory and advanced undergraduate and graduate courses on the theory, methods, history, production, and applications of digital media in particular and communication in general. New hires should be ready to engage in innovative scholarly dialogue with departmental and university faculty members across multiple subfields, disciplines, and theoretical perspectives.
With more than 34,000 students and nearly 8,000 faculty and staff, North Carolina State University is a comprehensive university known for its leadership in education and research, and globally recognized for its focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The Department of Communication is one of the largest departments at NC State, with between 600-700 undergraduate majors and nearly 100 MS and PhD students. The CRDM program enjoys a growing national and international reputation as a destination for digital media studies.
The position will begin on August 16, 2012. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, CV, samples of relevant scholarly publications, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of reference by November 15, 2011. Candidates should submit applications online through the NC State Online employment system (https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/631). Letters of reference should be mailed directly to:
Adriana de Souza e Silva, PhD
Search Committee Chair
NC State University
201 Winston Hall
Campus Box 8104
Raleigh, NC 27695
For additional information regarding this position please contact the Search Committee chair at the address above or via e-mail at adriana@souzaesilva.com.
AA/EOE. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations in the application process should contact NCSU Human Resources at 919-515-2135.
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BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Journalism
Chairperson
The Department of Journalism is known for its leading edge technology and facilities, award-winning student media and organizations, and an outstanding reputation for alumni achievement. The department is further distinguished by its partnership with The New York Times Knowledge Network and its designation by the Public Relations Society of America as the first graduate public relations program to be certified in the United States.
Responsibilities: provide the vision to lead a nationally recognized department known for its curricular innovation and academic excellence; provide professional, academic, and administrative leadership for 25 full-time faculty and more than 800 students; serve as director of student media and engage in alumni relations and university-wide collaboration. Minimum qualifications: master's degree; exceptional academic or professional experience; demonstrated ability to lead department's four majors: advertising, journalism (journalism graphics, magazine, news and photojournalism), public relations, and journalism teacher education. Preferred qualifications: earned doctorate degree; combination of teaching, professional, and administrative experience as well as a record of peer reviewed scholarship and knowledge of
ACEJMC accreditation standards; successful record of grant-writing and external funding. Position is available July 1, 2012; and salary, tenure, and rank are negotiable.
Send cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the names and contact information for three references to: Professor Mark Masse, Search Committee Chair, Department of Journalism, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/journalism)
Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.
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UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
Department of Communication Studies
Full Professor, Health Communication
The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Georgia seeks applicants for a Full Professor of Health Communication (advanced associate professors are also encouraged to apply). Salary and start up funds are extremely competitive. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in communication or a related field and a strong record of published and externally funded research. To apply, please send a letter of application, vitae, evidence of research accomplishments and teaching excellence, and contact information for at least 3 references. Applications (PDF preferred) should be sent to: commjob@uga.edu. Applications received by November 15 will receive full consideration; the search will continue until the position is filled. The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The University is an EEO/AA institution. Please go to http://comm.uga.edu/2011/10/job-search-full-professor-of-health-communication for more information.
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UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA SOUTHEAST
Humanities Department
Tenure-Track Position, COmmunication
The University of Alaska Southeast is a public liberal arts university, nestled between the Inside Passage and the Mendenhall Glacier. At our heart, we are a supportive learning community that educates our students to be productive and thoughtful citizens. Our idyllic setting in the Tongass National Forest provides the perfect environment for creative learning.
The Humanities Department at the University of Alaska Southeast seeks applications for a tenure-track position in Communication starting fall semester 2012. The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Communication by the start date. We seek a candidate who can teach a broad array of Communication courses in addition to courses in the candidate's area of expertise, and take on a leadership role in the growing Bachelor of Liberal Arts Program. Areas of specialization might include, but are not limited to, Digital and Print Media Production, Relational Communication, and Critical Cultural Studies.
Interest in advising the production of the student newspaper and radio show, as well as collaborating with local public radio and television to create learning and research
opportunities, is desired. This position requires continued research in the candidate's
area of expertise.
This is a 9-month, tenure-track position, salary commensurate with experience and
qualifications. It includes an excellent package of medical and financial benefits. This
position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The position will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to applications received by
December 1, 2011.
For position details and to apply go to www.uakjobs.com and reference posting number #0061179. For assistance with the application process, contact UAS Personnel Services at 907-796-6273. UAS is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution.
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PURDUE UNIVERSITY
Brian Lamb School of Communication
Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
The Brian Lamb School of Communication at Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Applicants' research and teaching should focus on intersections between interpersonal/relationship processes and health issues. The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, work collaboratively with graduate students, publish innovative research, and seek extramural research funding. Ideal candidates will link with varied interests in the Lamb School (e.g., gender, underserved populations) as well as with faculty in health-related disciplines and interdisciplinary research centers across campus. The ability to teach a large-lecture undergraduate course in communication theory, persuasion, or quantitative research methods is desirable. To apply, send a cover letter, vita, research sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and 3 letters of reference to:
Steven R. Wilson
Interpersonal/Health Search Committee Chair
Brian Lamb School of Communication, BRNG 2114
Purdue University
100 N. University St.
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2098 USA
Phone: 765-414-3317
E-mail: wilson25@purdue.edu
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.
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COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor of Communication - Advertising
The Department of Communication at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Communication- Advertising. The Department seeks a teacher-scholar with broad training to develop and teach courses in Advertising for our Concentration in Public Relations / Integrated Communication. Teaching assignments may include evening/weekend courses. The appointment will be effective August 16, 2012.
A Ph.D. in Advertising, Communication, Mass Communication, or Integrated Communication is required. A record that indicates the potential for scholarly productivity and success and a demonstrated interest in institutional service are also required.
The Department of Communication is one of Coastal Carolina University's newest and fastest growing programs with over 500 majors. Our faculty is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and the integration of leading edge ideas, technologies, and developments within the disciplines. The Department of Communication has organized its strategic program initiatives in 4 areas: Communication Studies, Health Communication, Interactive Journalism, and PR/ Integrated Communication. Our PR/ Integrated Communication Concentration is organized to provide students with experience across advertising, public relations, publicity and other aspects of promotional/ persuasive communication. We seek a colleague who can contribute to that focus in their teaching and research through an understanding of the strategic integration of advertising and public relations. Candidates should ideally possess instructional interests and competencies in key areas that could include advertising theory, audience analysis, media planning, news media/ social media in advertising, and advertising campaign strategy. Secondary research and teaching interests in public relations and strategic communication would be valuable.
Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-sized, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution located in Conway, South Carolina just nine miles west of the Atlantic coastal resort of Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the nation. It has an enrollment of 8,900 students and is expected to enjoy continued growth for the next several years. Coastal Carolina University is part of the South Carolina system of public education and maintains close ties with its founders, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.
Candidates should submit a letter of application (outlining interest in the position, qualifications, and approach to teaching and learning), a current CV, a list of five references, and transcripts of all graduate work (copies are acceptable at this time) electronically at: http://jobs.coastal.edu. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received by October 20, 2011. Review of applications will continue until position is filled.
Coastal Carolina University is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. CCU is an EO/AA employer.
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GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY
Communication, Culture and Technology (CCT)
Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
Assistant professor, tenure-track position for a faculty member who examines the relationship between new communication technologies and politics to teach in the Communication, Culture and Technology (CCT) Masters program at Georgetown University. Candidates' research should emphasize the ways in which new and emerging communication technologies influence power relationships in a national or global context. Areas of specialization include, but are not limited to, communication technologies and political institutions, political behavior, and political movements. Applicants should have a solid record of scholarly publication and teaching. They should be prepared to advise students on their academic program and to mentor MA thesis projects.
CCT is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on the ways that new technologies of communication and digital media are reshaping human experience on all levels from local to the global, and how these technologies are redefining the practice of science, research, education, government, media, business, and culture and the arts more broadly. Faculty members are expected to contribute broadly to the interdisciplinary research and teaching of the program. Outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment at a higher rank.
Georgetown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates as part of its commitment to professional excellence and diversity. Please send application letter/statement of interest, c.v., and the names of three referees to cctjobs@georgetown.edu by 15 November 2011.
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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor - Two Positions
The Department of Communication (http://communication.ucsd.edu/) within the Division of Social Sciences at University of California, San Diego (UC San Diego) is seeking to fill two tenure-track, Assistant Professor appointments to begin Fall 2012. The first position is in Digital Media Studies and the second is in the area of Analysis of Situated Practices.
For more information on either of these positions please visit http://communication.ucsd.edu/.
The Department of Communication at the UC San Diego is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. Given that commitment, the department is interested in recruiting candidates who are committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activity, and to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and diversity.
Review of applications will begin November 16, 2011, and continue until the positions are filled.
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MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
Dean, College of the Arts
Montclair State University invites applications and nominations for the Dean of its College of the Arts, a rapidly emerging national leader in arts performance and education. Twice designated by the State as a Center of Excellence in the Fine and Performing Arts, the College includes 75 full-time faculty and 2,500 students in the John J. Cali School of Music and the departments of Communication Studies, and Art & Design, Broadcasting, and Theatre and Dance. Professionally accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, the National Association of Schools of Music, the National Association of Schools of Dance, and the National Association of Schools of Theatre, the College maintains a full complement of 21 academic and professional programs leading to the B.A., B.Mus., B.F.A., M.A. and M.F.A. degrees.
Qualifications: Candidates should possess an appropriate terminal degree and a record of distinguished achievement appropriate for appointment at the rank of full professor in a discipline offered by the College. In addition, she/he should possess: an outstanding reputation and recognized leadership in the arts and arts education; a commitment to excellence and innovation; a record of successful administration and management of a complex organization; a broad understanding of contemporary issues in higher education, the arts, and arts education; a demonstrated record in the acquisition of financial resources from government, foundations, the corporate sector and private donors; the ability to foster a collegial, collaborative, and creative environment; a commitment to fostering diversity; and strong interpersonal, public speaking, writing, and advocacy skills.
For the full description, please visit: www.montclair.edu/cart-dean
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BRADLEY UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor of Communication (Television Arts)
The Department of Communication at Bradley University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of television arts position starting in August of 2012. The primary teaching responsibilities include media sales, media management, media programming and promotion. Applicants must have an appropriate terminal degree (ABD considered, but terminal degree required for tenure-track appointment), professional experience in one or more of the primary teaching areas, college-level teaching experience and the potential for research and/or creative production. Preference will be given to applicants with the ability to teach television production courses and the department's core courses.
For details about the position, please visit: http://www.bradley.edu/humanresources/opportunities/faculty.shtml
Bradley University is an AA/EEO employer.
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NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies
Assistant Professor
The Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies at New York University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in the cultural study of the Middle East at the assistant professor level, to begin September 1, 2012, pending budgetary and administrative approval. We seek a scholar who can contribute to the department’s graduate track in Culture and Representation, which focuses on the history, politics, and theories of representation as they relate to Middle Eastern cultures within an interdisciplinary framework. The department welcomes candidates from different disciplines in the arts, humanities and social sciences, and from across the broader geography of the Islamic world (interest in Turkey or the Maghrib is desirable). Candidates must have the Ph.D. by the time of appointment, demonstrate potential for superior scholarly accomplishment, and be prepared to teach a wide range of graduate and undergraduate courses and to supervise doctoral dissertation research.
Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2011. To apply see the NYU Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies web site at http://meis.as.nyu.edu/ via the "Employment" link to submit a detailed cover letter describing research and teaching experience, c.v., writing samples, and the names of three referees.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO
School of Communication
Instructor/Assistant Professor, Advertising and Digital/New Media
Loyola University Chicago invites qualified applications for an Instructor or Assistant Professor position (starting August, 2012) in Advertising and Digital/New Media in the School of Communication at the Water Tower campus in downtown Chicago.
The candidate should have a focus in advertising, digital/new media and branding. The applicant should be experienced in the conception, design, delivery and measurement of advertising through traditional as well as new media tactics including promotion, web authoring, social media, mobile technology, rich media, screencasting, virtual worlds or search marketing. Experience in working with diverse markets is preferred.
REQUIREMENTS: The appointment may be at an instructor or assistant professor level, depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant. Candidates with a record of teaching and working with students are preferred.
For the assistant professor (tenure track) appointment, the candidate should have earned the PhD in a related field, have significant professional experience in advertising and digital media and have the potential to be an outstanding teacher and productive scholar.
For the instructor appointment (renewable multi-year contract), the candidate should have earned a Master’s degree in a related field, have significant professional experience in advertising and digital media and the potential to be an outstanding teacher and a leader in service to the profession.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES include teaching undergraduate courses in advertising, communication and technology, campaigns, and integrated marketing communication, as well as developing specialized courses in applications of new media. The position includes department and university service as well as ongoing research and/or professional activities.
Initial review of applications will begin Dec. 1, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must apply online at www.careers.luc.edu with a letter of application describing their experience and interests and a current curriculum vitae.
Applicants should send materials related to teaching experience, a portfolio with samples of research or professional work, and a personal statement on teaching and research. Three letters of recommendation are also required. Application materials and letters of recommendation should be sent to Dr. Kay Felkins, Search Committee Chair, School of Communication, Loyola University Chicago, 820 N. Michigan, Chicago, IL 60611.
Loyola University Chicago School of Communication enjoys a new facility, including a state-of-the-art convergence studio; a collegial faculty distinguished by a mix of professional and academic achievement; and location just steps away from the nation’s leading ad agencies and media outlets. A graduate program in Digital Media and Storytelling will be launched in Fall 2012.
For further information about Loyola University Chicago and the School of Communication, consult the University Web site: www.luc.edu. Loyola University Chicago is a Jesuit Catholic university, an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer, with a strong commitment to diversifying its faculty. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
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NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, & Human Development
Two Assistant Professorships, Tenure-Track
The Department of Media, Culture, and Communication in the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development at New York University invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin September 1, 2012.
I. Digital Media
We are seeking to fill a position in the area of digital media, open to candidates from a wide range of sub-areas and methodological perspectives, such as digitally mediated communities, digital humanities, software or platform studies, the ethics or epistemology of IT, and information policy. We prefer applicants with a demonstrated appreciation of multi- and interdisciplinary research and scholarship.
Applications: Please apply online with a cover letter, CV, names and contact information for three references, and a brief sample of work to:
www.nyuopsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=50986
Further information can be obtained from Helen Nissenbaum, Search Chair: Helen.nissenbaum@nyu.edu.
Correspondence should be addressed to:
Helen Nissenbaum, Search Committee Chair
Digital Media Search
Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
New York University
239 Greene Street, 7th floor
New York, NY 10003
II. Media policy/activism
We are seeking a scholar of media policy and/or media activism. The department emphasizes interdisciplinary scholarship and encourages applications from a broad range of theoretical and methodological approaches.
Applications: Please apply online with a cover letter, CV, names and contact information for three references, and a brief sample of work to:
www.nyuopsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=50985
Further information about the position can be obtained from Rodney Benson, Search Chair: rodney.benson@nyu.edu.
Correspondence should be addressed to:
Rodney Benson
Associate Professor and Search Committee Chair
Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
New York University
239 Greene Street, 7th floor
New York, NY 10003
The Department of Media, Culture, and Communication is home to 28 full-time faculty and serves approximately 750 undergraduate majors, 120 MA students, and 35 PhD students. NYU’s dynamic Global Network University includes NYU Abu Dhabi and international programs and academic centers around the world. The department is active in the NYU Global Network University, with a particular emphasis on sites in Paris, Prague, Buenos Aires, and Shanghai. NYU Steinhardt faculty may be afforded the opportunity to work at these global study and research sites. For more information see: http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/mcc/
Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have a Ph.D. and an active agenda of research, publication, and teaching.
Responsibilities: Responsibilities will include maintaining an active agenda of research and publication; undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising; and department and university service.
Review of applications will begin on November 14, 2011.
NYU is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment and strongly encourages applications from historically underrepresented groups.
New York University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS - EL PASO
College of Liberal Arts
Assistant Professor of Mass Communication
Review of applications will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should submit: (1) letter of interest; (2) a current curriculum vitae; (3) 3 letters of recommendation; and (4) one sample of written work consisting of one published article (book chapter, or recent conference paper).
Please send applications to:
Dr. Thomas Ruggiero, Search Committee Chair
Department of Communication
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX 79968
truggier@utep.edu
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), College of Liberal Arts invites nominations and applications for a full-time faculty position (Assistant Professor of Communication) in the Department of Communication. The anticipated appointment date is fall 2012. The specialization of interest is mass communication or multimedia journalism. The multimedia journalism program in which the successful candidate will be teaching integrates traditional journalism with new media storytelling skills and hands-on multimedia production. Candidates must be able to teach both professional and theory-based coursework in mass communication. Candidates may also be asked to develop classes in mass communication theory and/or teach courses in another of their research areas. Preference will be given to candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish. Candidates must be committed to teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
THE DEPARTMENT: The department is building research capacity and seeks scholars who demonstrate potential for publication and external funding. The department offers five BA majors and an MA in Communication. The border location offers outstanding opportunities for social science research and many collaborative opportunities exist on and off campus. The successful candidate should be comfortable in a department with faculty from communication and journalism; the climate in the department is excellent. To learn more about the department, please visit http://academics.utep.edu/Default.aspx?alias=academics.utep.edu/comm.
THE UNIVERSITY & EL PASO, TEXAS: UTEP is a Doctoral/Research- Intensive urban university offering bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs to more than 22,000 students. A member of the University of Texas System (www.utsystem.edu), UTEP serves the Paso del Norte border region which includes far west Texas, southeast New Mexico, and northern Mexico. UTEP is recognized nationally for its leadership role in changing the face of U.S. higher education. Our students, who are 75% Latino, mirror the population of this region and, increasingly, that of Texas and the United States. UTEP’s success in serving as a catalyst for economic development and quality of life in this region has also placed us in the national spotlight as a model 21st century U.S. research university.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Communication, Journalism, or a related field and have completed all requirements for the doctoral degree by August 1, 2012.
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