Available Positions & Other Advertising
COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Department of Communication
Assistant/Associate Professor of Journalism
The Department of Communication at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant or Associate Professor of Journalism. The Department seeks a teacher/scholar with demonstrable teaching and research commitments to journalism. A successful candidate will teach courses in the Department’s Concentration in Interactive Journalism and Media as well as Department foundation courses including theory and research. Teaching assignments may include evening/weekend courses. The appointment will be effective August 16, 2013.
A Ph.D. in Journalism is preferred but consideration will be given to candidates with doctorates in Mass Communication or Communication with 18 graduate hours in journalism. A record that indicates the potential for scholarly success in journalism research and a demonstrated interest in institutional service are all required.
The Department of Communication has focused its strategic initiatives in four areas of specialization: Communication Studies, Health Communication, Interactive Journalism and Media, and Public Relations/ Integrated Communication. The Department particularly seeks scholars interested in conducting research about journalism history, contemporary journalism practice, public affairs journalism or journalism management. Candidates with additional research and teaching interests in any of the other concentrations of the Department are welcome.
The Department of Communication is one of Coastal Carolina University’s newest and fastest growing programs with over 500 majors and minors. Our faculty are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and the integration of leading edge ideas and innovations in teaching and learning. Coastal Carolina University, a public liberal arts institution located in Conway just nine miles from the Atlantic coast resort of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, enrolls more than 9,000 students from 48 states and 39 nations. The University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees.
Candidates should submit a letter of application (outlining interest in the position, qualifications, and approach to teaching), 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 November 15, 2012. 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.
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY
School of Journalism and Mass Communication
Faculty Member, senior-level
The Kent State University School of Journalism and Mass Communication is seeking a senior-level faculty member (Ph.D. required) with a record of outstanding research to help lead our graduate program. Preference given to those with expertise in quantitative research and/or with a research agenda that focuses on mass media diversity, environmental journalism, or scholastic media. For details go to: http://bit.ly/TGUEmv
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
College of Arts and Sciences
SBS Diversity Postdoctoral Fellowships
The Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences Diversity Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University supports promising scholars who are committed to diversity in the academy and to prepare those scholars to enter tenure track faculty positions. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from individuals who are members of groups that historically have been underrepresented in the American professoriate.
Fellows will be affiliated with one of the eight academic units of the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences: Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Communication, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Speech and Hearing Science. The Division also houses six interdisciplinary research units: the Cognitive Science Center, the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Imaging, the Criminal Justice Research Center, the Center for Human Resource Research, the Center for Urban and Regional Analysis, and the Initiative in Population Research. Fellows may also have the opportunity to participate in the activities of the Kirwan Institute for Race and Ethnicity, a multidisciplinary center founded jointly by the Divisions of Social and Behavioral Sciences and Humanities; and the College of Law.
Eligibility: Applicants must have completed all requirements for a doctoral degree in the social sciences by August 2013. Preference will be given to individuals who are within five years of their degree. Applicants must be committed to an academic career. Applicants must be citizens of the United States.
Awards: Up to three fellowships will be awarded. The appointments are intended for two years, with re-appointment for the second year contingent upon a successful performance review. The appointments will begin September 1, 2013. The fellowships provide a $40,000 annual stipend, university medical benefits, and some support for travel and research expenses.
Application Process: Required application materials: (1) Applicants should clearly identify a unit within the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences at OSU with which they would be affiliated during the Fellowship period, and are encouraged to suggest one or more tenured faculty members within that unit who could serve as a host and mentor; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a one page dissertation abstract; (4) a statement outlining the specific research proposed to be undertaken during the Fellowship period, and the significance of that research (four-page limit, double-spaced); (5) a personal statement describing the applicant’s background and commitment to the goal of diversity in higher education (three-page limit, double-spaced). Applicants should submit all of these materials in a single .zip formatted file. Please name the zip file using your first and last name (e.g., BrianSmith.zip). In addition, three letters of recommendation should be submitted via email.
All materials must be received by February 15, 2013, and should be submitted to SBSPostdocs@asc.ohio-state.edu. Questions can be directed to Professor Osei Appiah (appiah.2@osu.edu).
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK, COLLEGE AT PLATTSBURGH
Communication Studies
Assistant Professor
The Communication Studies Department at the State University of New York, College at Plattsburgh is seeking dynamic applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, to begin August 2013. Individuals with an understanding of and sensitivity to cultural diversity issues are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities include: Areas of Specialization: Television production (both field and studio) and non-linear editing. We seek applicants who are aware of the interactive information environment and its impact on the field of broadcasting. Additional teaching competence in audio and digital media is desirable. The successful candidate should also be capable of developing new courses in his/her areas of specialization.
Required Qualifications: An appropriate Doctoral degree, or Master's Degree with a minimum of 3-5 years of industry, professional and/or teaching experience, is required. Applications from ABDs will be accepted. We seek productive scholars/professionals who are committed to excellence in teaching and university service.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in supervising Department-run television station or internship program are considered advantageous.
SUNY Plattsburgh is an equal opportunity employer, committed to excellence through diversity.
Salary: $48,000 minimum, plus excellent benefits.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Materials received by January 10, 2013 will be guaranteed full consideration. Please apply to http://jobs.plattsburgh.edu/postings/3982 and include cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three current references. ABDs under consideration should include contact information for dissertation chair and the expected date of doctoral defense. Candidates selected for interview will be asked to supply a portfolio of their work and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Official transcripts from an accredited institution will be required prior to employment.
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY
Visual Communication
Assistant Professor, tenure-track
The Department of Communication at Loyola University Maryland (http://www.loyola.edu/communication) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position (Assistant Professor) in visual communication for the fall of 2013. Primary teaching responsibilities will be graphic and web design in the department's digital media sequence as well as other courses in a broad-based communication program. Candidates should have professional experience in a communication-related field and a record of, or potential for, outstanding undergraduate teaching. A Ph.D. is required. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a record of scholarly publication, participate in service activities, be supportive of the university's Catholic/Jesuit mission, teach and advise students. The Communication Department includes specializations in Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations, and Digital Media. A typical teaching load is 3 courses per semester.
Loyola University Maryland is a dynamic, highly selective Jesuit, Catholic institution in the liberal arts tradition and is recognized as a leading independent, comprehensive university in the northeastern United States. Located in a beautiful residential section of Baltimore with Graduate Centers in Timonium and Columbia, Loyola enrolls approximately 3,900 students in its undergraduate programs and 2,000 students in its graduate programs.
Loyola seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including women and people of color, who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's Jesuit mission and values (Go to http://www.loyola.edu/about.aspx to learn more about Loyola and its educational mission). Salary is competitive. For more information about this position, and to apply, please go to https://careers.loyola.edu to complete the online application. Electronically submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, and a statement of teaching interests and philosophy that explicitly incorporates a clear understanding of the mission of Jesuit higher education and how one will contribute to this mission at the above link. Successful applicants will be expected to supply transcripts from all universities attended and submit to a background check. All application materials will be accepted until the position is filled.
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LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MARYLAND
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor
The Department of Communication at Loyola University Maryland invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position (Assistant Professor) in Communication for the fall of 2013. Primary teaching responsibilities will be in the public relations/advertising sequence, and the candidate will have a strong interest in teaching public relations. Candidates should have professional experience in public relations or a related field and a record of, or potential for, outstanding undergraduate teaching. Appropriate doctorate is required. Responsibilities include teaching a range of courses in the public relations sequence (e.g. introduction to public relations, public relations writing, public relations campaigns, and public relations senior seminar). The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a record of scholarly publication, participate in service activities, be supportive of the university's Catholic/Jesuit mission, teach and advise students. The Communication Department includes specializations in Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations, and Digital Media. A typical teaching load is 3 courses per semester.
Loyola University Maryland is a dynamic, highly selective Jesuit, Catholic institution in the liberal arts tradition and is recognized as a leading independent, comprehensive university in the northeastern United States. Located in a beautiful residential section of Baltimore with Graduate Centers in Timonium and Columbia, Loyola enrolls approximately 3,900 students in its undergraduate programs and 2,000 students in its graduate programs.
Loyola seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including women and people of color, who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's Jesuit mission and values (Go to http://www.loyola.edu/about-loyola/visionvalues/mission.html to learn more about Loyola and its educational mission). Salary is competitive. For more information about this position, and to apply, please go to https://careers.loyola.edu to complete the online application. Electronically submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, and a statement of teaching interests and philosophy that explicitly incorporates a clear understanding of the mission of Jesuit higher education and how one will contribute to this mission at the above link. Successful applicants will be expected to supply transcripts from all universities attended and submit to a background check. All application materials will be accepted until the position is filled.
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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Communication
Department Chair
The Department of Communication in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences at Michigan State University is seeking outstanding candidates for Department Chair. The Department is looking to fill this position with an internationally recognized social scientist with a strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate education.
Qualifications of preferred candidates include distinguished scholarship, prior administrative experience, and success with external funding and multidisciplinary collaboration. A Ph.D. in Communication or a related discipline is required. Salary is competitive, and based on experience and academic credentials. Preferred starting date for the position is August 1, 2013.
To apply, please refer to Posting # 6954 and complete an electronic submission at the Michigan State University Employment Opportunities website https://jobs.msu.edu. Candidates should submit a statement highlighting their experience and qualifications, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references. Please direct inquiries to Ron Tamborini, Professor and Search Committee Chair, at tamborin@msu.edu. The search committee will begin its evaluation of applicants November 12 and will continue until an exceptional candidate is selected.
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.
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MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Communication and Information Technology Economist
Assistant Professor (Tenure-System), 9 month basis
The College of Communication Arts and Sciences and the College of Agricultural and Natural Resources at Michigan State University invite applications for a tenure-stream faculty position at the Assistant Professor level as a communication and information economist.
Applications are encouraged from scholars working within a diverse range of methodological traditions whose research addresses the economic impact, use, design, or management of information and communication technologies. Those with an interest in applications of communication and information technology to international development are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics, or related field (with significant training and/or research in communication technologies and/or services), or a Ph.D. in communication and information studies and technologies or related field (with significant training/and or research in economics). Research experience in Africa, Asia, or Latin America is highly desirable. Foreign language skills are an asset.
To Apply: Visit https://jobs.msu.edu and refer to Posting #5484. For more information, visit http://www.aec.msu.edu/ and http://cas.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.
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SUNY NEW PALTZ
Digital Media Programming and Management
Assistant Professor, tenure-track
The Department of Communication and Media at SUNY New Paltz invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Digital Media Programming and Management, beginning Fall 2013. Desired specializations: current media technologies, trends and practices within converging media industries, media entrepreneurship.
Qualifications: Ph.D. preferred; Professional media industry experience strongly desired.
For position details and application procedures, please visit:
http://www.newpaltz.edu/hr/displayjobdetails.php?id=1319
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor, Health Communication
The Department of Communication at the University of Maryland, College Park, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position with a specialty in health communication. The starting date for this position is August 23, 2013.
The successful candidate will have or show clear promise of a strong research record with an interest in health communication and preferably with a secondary interest in risk communication. An ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health communication or risk communication, communication theory, and quantitative research methods or statistical analysis is desired. Experience with grant funding is desirable.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Communication or a related field at the time of appointment. They must also have the clear potential to establish a strong, active research program and to advise graduate students. Teaching experience at the university level is highly desirable. The Department of Communication offers the B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees.
The Department of Communication houses a Center for Health and Risk Communication (http://www.healthriskcenter.umd.edu/) and a Center for Political Communication and Civic Leadership (http://www.comm.center.umd.edu/). The university is located in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area, one of the world’s most ethnically diverse and internationally significant cities. Applicants interested in using the area=s research resources, including the National Institutes of Health, other governmental institutions, funding agencies, and research libraries, are especially encouraged to apply.
For best consideration, candidates should submit complete applications by December 1, 2012. The application should include a letter of application that describes research interests and other qualifications, a curriculum vitae, one letter of recommendation, the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three additional references, and sample(s) of recent research. Application materials should be submitted to https://jobs.umd.edu. Reference letters are to be sent by recommender to the same Web address, but these letters cannot be uploaded until the candidate has applied electronically. Applicants with questions should email Dr. Edward L. Fink, chair of the search committee, at elf@umd.edu.
Information about the Department of Communication is available on the departmental Web site at http://www.comm.umd.edu. The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, members of minority groups, and disabled individuals are especially encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN
Department of Communication, Film, and Media Studies
Assistant Professor, Interpersonal Communication
Tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Interpersonal Communication, Fall 2013. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Communication; specialization in interpersonal communication, experience in teaching the basic course and related areas; sub-specialization in an IPC cohort or media effects; ability to teach courses in multiple areas, course, curriculum and program development on the undergraduate and graduate levels. Responsibilities include: teaching, advising, service and research productivity appropriate to the position, including a record of publications and conference presentations.
EOE
BARUCH COLLEGE
School of Public Affairs
Assistant Professor of Public Communication
The School of Public Affairs at Baruch College invites applications for a position to teach public communication at the rank of Assistant Professor. The start date is August 2013 and the appointment will be tenure-track. The position requires teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in public communication practices, communication strategy, media relations, and public advocacy. The candidate must have obtained a Ph.D. before the position start date. He/she should possess an interest in working with an ethnically and racially diverse student body. Excellence in teaching, a commitment to research, and the willingness to participate in university and public service is expected.
The committee seeks a candidate with an established research program in some aspect of public communication, such as political communication, deliberative democracy, persuasion, new media, social movements, rhetorical or critical/cultural analyses of public discourse, public argumentation, public relations, organizational communication, healthcare communication, intercultural communication, international relations, or media policy and regulation. In addition, candidates should have experience teaching written and oral communication, argumentation, and advocacy. The committee is open to reviewing applications from candidates from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds who have appropriate research programs and teaching experience.
To apply, send an email by January 11, 2013 to spa.search@baruch.cuny.edu with a cover letter to the search committee chair Professor David Hoffman, curriculum vitae, list of three references, and one representative publication, all in PDF format. In the email subject line put the position title Public Communication. EO/AA Employer.
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE
Department of Communication
Assistant Professor – Social Media
The Department of Communication at the University of Louisville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with expertise in social media. The appointment will begin Fall Semester 2013, and candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in Communication or a related field prior to the starting date. The specific subfield within communication is open, but the successful candidate must demonstrate a record of continuing research productivity that includes the use of social media as a research topic. The candidate must also demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching. The instructional requirements for the position are consistent with those of a research institution, and the instructional assignments range from teaching undergraduate core courses (which all faculty teach) to developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, including courses in the candidate’s specialty. An interest in professional and institutional service is also required, and professional experience in a communication industry could be a plus.
All applicants must apply online at www.louisville.edu/jobs, Job ID 28696 and send a letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, samples of scholarly work, and proof of teaching effectiveness to Stuart Esrock, at stuart.esrock@louisville.edu. If you encounter difficulty with the online application, please contact Stuart Esrock at 502-852-6976 or at stuart.esrock@louisville.edu. Review of applications will being December 1 and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of Louisville is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, Americans with Disabilities Employer, committed to diversity and in that spirit, seeks applications from a broad variety of candidates.
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
College of Communication and Information
Assistant Professor, Public Relations
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in a communication-related area is required; additional professional and /or funded contract and grant experience is preferred.
Other Information
Successful applicant will teach in the public relations area at the undergraduate level, in both the Master*s and Ph.D. programs at the graduate level.
How To Apply
Apply at https://jobs.fsu.edu
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include work history and all education details (if applicable) even if attaching a resume. Candidates should also send a letter of application that includes details of research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three references. These materials should be sent to:
Jay Rayburn, APR, CPRC, Ph.D., Fellow PRSA
Search Committee Chair, School of Communication
UCC 3100, Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL 32306-2664
Questions should be directed to Jay Rayburn at jrayburn@fsu.edu or 850-644-8750.
A review of applicants will begin immediately and will remain open until the positions are filled.
The starting date will be August, 2013.
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Bloomberg School of Public Health
Deputy Project Director, K4Health
General Description:
The Deputy Project Director for Knowledge 4Health(K4H)is a vital member of the project's executive team and serves as back-up to the Project Director as needed. Leads and manages the K4H Project and is one of three key positions approved by USAID. Directly supervises the Project Result (PR) groups: PR 2(information exchange products and services), PR 3 (Internet and mobile technology development), and PR 4 (e-forums, eLearning, and knowledge exchange), and has technical and quality assurance oversight of all PR groups' products and services. Acts as a knowledge management expert and, based on research and experience, provides evolving guidelines for web content and knowledge exchange services. Ensures close collaboration between all PR groups and inspires a cohesive team approach while encouraging staff development. Guarantees efficiency and high quality performance of the project. Contributes to continuing development of the K4H Project. Assures optimal quality of K4Health products, services, and deliverables. Serves as USAID’s trusted information resource on research, monitoring & evaluation, and content of Reproductive Health/Family Planning, HIV/AIDS, and other topical products and services, and management issues. Takes special responsibility for internal functioning of project and introduction of new approaches and efficiencies. Serves on the Leadership and Program Teams of CCP and leverages other programs to advance K4H objectives. Contributes to relationships of K4H with other organizations through technical assistance on knowledge management. Assists the director and PR leaders with developing K4H’s collaborating partner network in the US and in priority countries. Assists supervisors with delegating, assigning work, and encouraging creativity of staff and development of new skills. Manages four supervisors with 13 direct reports. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the PR 2, PR 3, and PR 4 teams and various working groups and technical committees.
Qualifications:
Masters degree required. Six years related experience required. Expert knowledge and extensive experience in management of health communication, knowledge management, and social networking projects. Demonstrated leadership, management, supervisory, and strategic planning skills in library and reference service, editorial, Knowledge Management, and/or communication projects. Expert knowledge of family planning, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS and related issues. Solid experience working with international projects in public health. Must have demonstrated field experience. Additional relevant experience and/or training may substitute for some education.
How to apply:
To view a detailed job description and apply online, please visit http://jobs.jhu.edu and search using the 5-digit requisition number, 54756.
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Bloomberg School of Public Health
CCP Knowledge Management Director
The Project Director, Knowledge Management will lead the Global Knowledge Management Program at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health’s Center for Communication Programs (CCP). Will oversee CCP’s KM Projects, including the Knowledge for Health (K4Health) Project, as well as its other KM projects. Will dedicate approximately 80% time towards the successful K4Health Project, with the balance of effort focused on CCP’s overall KM efforts and other programs. In this capacity the Project Director will serve as the director of the K4Health Project leading K4Health’s executive team. Will also be the primary liaison for all knowledge management initiatives at CCP. Serves as CCP’s global knowledge management expert and, based on research and experience, provides guidance for web content and knowledge exchange services related to strengthening global health knowledge and practices. Will be responsible for ensuring the cohesiveness of the internal operations of CCP’s KM projects, including financial and operational oversight. Serves as the primary interlocutor with USAID related to the K4Health project and to partners on other KM projects. Additionally, will ensure close collaboration between all KM product teams and inspires a cohesive team approach while encouraging staff development. Guarantees efficiency and high quality performance of all projects. Fosters innovation within K4Health and other KM projects. Assures optimal quality of KM products, services, and deliverables. Provides leadership on the project’s financial accountability. Serves on the Leadership and Program Teams of CCP and leverages other programs to advance K4Health objectives, and ensures diffusion of KM approaches and technologies throughout CCP programs. Builds relationships between the KM Team and other organizations through technical assistance on knowledge management. Assists the K4Health Deputy Director and K4Health managers with developing K4Health’s collaborating partner network in the US and in priority countries. Assists supervisors with delegating, assigning work, and encouraging creativity of staff and development of new skills. Works closely with the CCP Director of ICT and Innovation. The KMD directly supervises several members of the K4Health Management Team and other KM Programs.
Description:
Master's degree in related field required, preferably public health, development, health communications, or a knowledge management related discipline. Ten years related experience required. Professional residence in a developing country with long-term residential work experience in Africa highly desirable. Solid experience working with international projects in public health. Must have demonstrated field experience and leadership skills. Expert knowledge and extensive experience in management of health communication, knowledge management, and social networking projects. Demonstrated leadership, management, supervisory, and strategic planning skills in library and reference service, editorial, Knowledge Management, and/or communication projects. Expertise in family planning, reproductive health, HIV/AIDS and related issues. Strong background in knowledge management, technology development and innovation, managing teams of developers and outside technology companies. Background in new media, social networking, and mobile content delivery. Strong leadership and management experience, with excellent facilitation skills and teamwork. Ability to operate at conceptual level as well as practical program/project management experience. Experience as a Project Director or Deputy Director. Additional relevant experience and/or training may substitute for some education.
Click link to apply:
https://hrnt.jhu.edu/jhujobs/job_view.cfm?view_req_id=54694&view=sch
WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Mass Communication
Assistant/Associate Professor
The WSU Mass Communication Department seeks an assistant/associate professor to teach in and provide leadership for our newly revised academic core. The academic core will consist of four courses required of all Mass Communication majors. Those courses include: Sight, Sound and Meaning, Research Methods, Mass Communication Theory, and Mass Communication Topics courses designed to explore today’s media environment. This faculty member will work in a collaborative manner to provide leadership in maintaining the currency of the academic core. Additionally, this person will also provide academic advising for majors and, depending upon areas of expertise, may be asked to teach courses related to one or more of the degree options offered by the WSU Mass Communication Department: Advertising, Trans Media Imaging (new option effective fall 2013, Journalism, and Public Relations. Minimum qualifications for this position are a Ph.D. in Mass Communication or related field (ABD will be considered; if ABD, terminal degree must be completed within two years of hire) and an active research agenda related to today’s media environment.
For a complete position description and information on applying for this position, please go to http://agency.governmentjobs.com/winona/default.cfm. Review of applications beginning 12/10/2012. Position available pending budgetary approval.
A member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. An equal opportunity educator and employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Mass Communication
Faculty - Transmedia
The WSU Mass Communication Department seeks an individual to teach in its newly formed Transmedia Imaging option. This new option merges our Electronic media (Radio and Television) and Photography/Digital Imaging options. The new option is designed to combine the theory and practice of sight, sound and motion imaging. This faculty member will work in a collaborative manner to provide leadership in maintaining the currency of the new option. They will also provide academic advising for majors and, depending upon areas of expertise, may be asked to teach courses related to the academic core or one or more of the other degree options (Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations) offered by the WSU Mass Communication Department. Minimum qualifications for this position are: 1) a terminal degree in Mass Communication or related field (e.g., Ph.D., DBA, MFA, etc.). ABD will be considered (if ABD, degree must be completed within two years of hire); and 2) 3-5 years professional electronic media experience outside of academia. For a complete position description and information on applying for this position, please go to http://agency.governmentjobs.com/winona/default.cfm. Review of applications beginning 12/10/12. Position available pending budgetary approval.
A member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. An equal opportunity educator and employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication
Director, Peabody Awards/Lambdin Kay Chair for the Peabodys
The University of Georgia invites applications for the Director of the Peabody Awards and Lambdin Kay (LK) Chair for the Peabodys / Professor in the Department of Telecommunications, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication.
The George Foster Peabody Awards, established in 1939 and first awarded for programs aired in 1940, recognize distinguished achievement and meritorious public service by radio and television networks, stations, producing organizations, cable television organizations, digital media and online media organizations, and individuals.
The Director reports to the Dean of the Grady College and has overall responsibility for Peabody Awards activities as well as financial management and administration, yearly solicitation, evaluation, selection, and presentation of the Peabody Awards. The Director is also responsible for engaging university and industry audiences and fundraising for the program. The Director / LK Chair is a full Professor appointment within the Department of Telecommunications and teaches one course per year.
Position Requirements: Ph.D. in mass communication or related field, or an MFA in a media-related specialty; an MA degree and an exceptional experience and accomplishments are alternatively acceptable; distinguished record of scholarly and/or professional achievement; broad knowledge of contemporary media content and history; executive-level leadership in administering university programs or equivalent experiences directing an agency or organization; strong commitment to the instructional, research, and service missions of the University of Georgia and of the Peabody Awards. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2013.
Competitive salary is based on qualifications and experience. Screening of applications begins January 4, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, email a letter of application, your current vita, and the names and contact information for four references to Dr. Alison Alexander, Telecommunications Professor and Sr. Assoc. Dean -Academic Affairs, UGA, at alison@uga.edu or (706) 542-1704.
The University of Georgia is a land/sea grant institution located 90 miles northeast of Atlanta. See www.uga.edu. Georgia is well known for its natural beauty and quality of life (www.georgia.gov). Athens, the home of UGA, is consistently rated as one of the nation’s best college towns in America and a wonderful place to live (www.visitathensga.com).
The University of Georgia is an AA/EEO/ADA Institution.
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI – ST. LOUIS
Department of Communication
Assistant or Associate Professor
The Department of Communication at the University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or a tenured Associate Professor beginning in August, 2013. The appointment is for 9 months with a 2/2 course load. An earned PhD in Communication or an equivalent degree is required for consideration as an Associate Professor with tenure. A PhD in hand is preferred at the Assistant Professor rank as well, although ABD candidates will be given full consideration. Salary is competitive and dependent upon applicant qualifications and rank. Position is contingent on funding.
UMSL is a public metropolitan research university located in Missouri’s most populous and economically important region. With more than 14,000 students, UMSL is the largest university in the St. Louis area and third largest in the state. The Department of Communication is one of the largest and most productive departments on campus with a strong culture of independent and collaborative quantitative research. At the present time, the department has 10 full-time faculty members, 5 graduate teaching assistants, and a number of affiliate adjunct instructors. The department offers both a B.A. and M.A. degree, as well as a certificate in Public Relations.
The ideal candidate will have (1) the ability to teach quantitative research methods at the graduate and/or undergraduate level; (2) a background in online education; and (3) a demonstrated familiarity with new communication technologies. In addition to these qualifications, expertise in one of the following specializations is also desirable: (a) CMC/Social Media/New Media; (b) Health Communication; (c) Interpersonal/Organizational Communication; or (d) Mass Communication.
Candidates must provide a letter of application, current vita, evidence of teaching excellence, research/writing sample, and three academic letters of reference. For fullest consideration, your materials must be received no later than March 8, 2013. Review of applicants will begin at that time and will continue until the position is filled. Send your application materials to:
Dr. Yan Tian, Search Committee Chairperson
Department of Communication
University of Missouri - St. Louis
590 Lucas Hall/One University Boulevard
St. Louis, MO 63121-4499
If you have any questions regarding this position, please email Dr. Yan Tian at tiany@umsl.edu.
The University of Missouri-St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America. For more information about the university and the region, please visit http://www.umsl.edu.
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO
Department of Communication
Associate Professor, tenure-track
The Department of Communication at University of California, San Diego http://communication.ucsd.edu/ seeks to fill a tenure-track position up to the Associate Professor (with tenure) rank to begin Fall 2013. We are seeking a scholar who conducts community-based research in communication research that is based in and engaged reciprocally with underserved or disenfranchised populations. The preferred candidate will conduct intergenerational community research and have a strong record of engaging the issues of equity and diversity central to community-based research. 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 January 4, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. For a more detailed description, please see the departmental website. A link for electronic submission can be found at https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply/JPF00294.
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM
Department of Communication Studies
Chair
The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a visionary and highly innovative Chair to lead the Department of Communication Studies. The Chair will manage an academic program which offers a B.A. in Communication Studies with coursework available in Communication Management, Media, Journalism, and Public Relations as well as the M.A. in Communication Management. The successful candidate will be an established professor (at the rank of Professor or advanced Associate Professor) with a vision for building a department that would be at the forefront of emerging trends in digital communication and new media technologies who will also support excellent classroom and online/virtual teaching. A Doctorate in Communication or closely related field is required.
To apply, submit cover letter including a statement of leadership philosophy, curriculum vitae, all official graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Jeff W. Reynolds, Chair, Communication Studies Search Committee, 114 Hulsey Center, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, 35294-1260 (jwr@uab.edu). Applications received by January 15, 2013 will be given full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of ethnicity, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
