SALEM STATE COLLEGE
Communications - Tenure Track

Communications/Public Relations, Rank Open, Tenure-Track. The Communications Department is seeking to fill a tenure-track faculty position for 2008-2009 to teach public relations and general core courses in writing and mass communications. Possibility of journalism course assignments. Subject to available funding.

Required qualifications include a Professional and/or teaching experience in public relations. Ability to teach principles of PR, PR Writing (intro and advanced), feature writing, and core courses in mass communications. Master's degree in Communications or related field. We prefer candidates with Professional and teaching experience in public relations. Ability to teach principles of PR, PR Writing (intro and advanced), feature writing, and core courses in mass communications. Journalism experience helpful; position may include opportunity to teach journalism courses. Qualified in Macintosh computers and layout software. ABD or Doctorate in Communications or related field. We also prefer candidates with experience in and commitment to teaching in a multiracial, multiethnic environment with students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles, as well as in distance learning and instructional technologies, and candidates who enjoy serving as role models and mentors for a diverse student body. The salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Application review will begin in the Fall of 2007 and continue until an adequate pool is developed.

Application Process: To apply, complete an application on-line at https://jobs.salemstate.edu (search by department) attach your resume and cover letter, send in the appropriate transcripts and three letters reference to: Office of Human Resources & Equal Opportunity.

SALEM STATE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. PERSONS OF COLOR, WOMEN AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE STRONGLY URGED TO APPLY.

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UNIVERSITY OF HAIFA
Department of Communication
New Position

The Dept of Communication at the University of Haifa (http://communication.haifa.ac.il) is seeking outstanding applicants for a new position*, effective Oct. 1, 2008, to join a dynamic faculty group offering research-oriented programs at the BA, MA and PhD levels. Areas of preference: Communication Law and Policy, Media Economics, and New Communication Technologies. Rank open. Candidates holding a PhD in Communication, preferably following a post-doc period, with a record of publication in Communication Studies, who are able to teach in Hebrew, are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should send a CV including a scientific biography and future research plans, a list of 3 possible references, and descriptions of courses the candidate would be able to teach to:

Dr. Jonathan Cohen, Chair
Department of Communication
University of Haifa
Mount Carmel, Haifa 31905, Israel.

Please do NOT forward letters of recommendation at this point. Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

*Pending funding.

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EMERSON COLLEGE
The School of Communication

The School of Communication at Emerson College seeks applications and nominations to fill the following positions beginning in the 2008-09 academic year. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.

• Chair – Department of Marketing Communication
• Chair – Department of Journalism
• Chair – Department of Organizational and Political Communication
• Advertising
• Health Communication/Social Marketing

Please visit our Emerson College faculty employment page to view the complete job description and application instructions before applying: http://www.emerson.edu/academic_affairs/faculty/Faculty-Employment.cfm

Emerson College is the only comprehensive college or university in America dedicated exclusively to communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. It is located in the heart of downtown Boston, on the Boston Common, at the gateway to the Theatre District and in close proximity to major media outlets. It also has facilities in Los Angeles and the Netherlands. The College enrolls approximately 3,000 full-time undergraduates and nearly 1,000 full and part-time graduate students in its School of the Arts and School of Communication.

Emerson College values and has placed an institutional priority on multiculturalism in the campus community. Through its constantly evolving curriculum it seeks to prepare students for success in an increasingly multicultural society. The successful candidates must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Emerson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages diversity in its workplace.

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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
Assistant Professor, Media Studies

The Media Studies Department at the University of Virginia seeks to hire a tenure track assistant professor beginning August 25, 2008. The successful candidate must have a PhD in hand by appointment date of August 25, 2008, significant teaching experience with undergraduate students, and excellent research promise in the interdisciplinary field of media studies. We seek candidates who will generate innovative and interdisciplinary scholarship in global or comparative media. Specializations might include: critical and historical studies of journalism; media policy; film; broadcasting; industries and institutions; ethnicity; or gender. Another area of interest to the Department is critical or historical studies in journalism. All applications must be submitted through the University of Virginia online application system http://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52853. You must attach your cover letter, CV and a list of three references. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. For immediate consideration applications must be received by December 15, 2007. Inquires can be directed to judym@virginia.edu or to Andrea Press, Chair of the search committee.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. A demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in pedagogy and scholarship is integral to the vision of the Department of Media Studies. Therefore the search committee particularly welcomes applications from women, ethnic minorities, and other underrepresented groups.

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NIAGARA UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor - Communication Studies

Niagara University, a private Catholic institution sponsored by the Vincentian Community is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Studies starting in fall 2008. The Department (http://www.niagara.edu/communication/) has a focus on social justice and seeks to instill in its students the important contribution that mass media can play in bettering the human condition. Recognizing that communication is an essential part of society, the program is designed to give students a strong background in professional and liberal arts concerns with respect to the mass media.

The candidate will be expected to have a background in critical mass communication studies and be able to teach courses in Media Literacy, Stereotyping in the Media, Politics and the Media, Media Theory/History, and media electives drawn from the candidate’s area of specialization. Also expected to participate in departmental duties including student advising.

An active program of research, potential for scholarly publication, and service to the University, the profession and the community are also expected. Required qualifications include: Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related discipline and demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research.

Application letter, CV, and three letters of reference to:

Mark Barner
Chair, Communication Studies Department
Dunleavy Hall
Niagara University, NY 14109-1922
barner@niagara.edu

First consideration given to applications received by January 15th but applications accepted until the position is filled. AA/EOE

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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA - LOS ANGELES
Department of Communication Studies

The Department of Communication Studies at UCLA has a junior faculty position available in the field of Mass Communication. Areas of interest include historical, economic, legal/regulatory and policy aspects of mass media institutions or psychological, social or political effects of mass media communication. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2007 and will continue until an appropriate candidate is found. UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Department has a strong commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, representative publications, and three letters of recommendation to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of Communication Studies, 2303 Rolfe Hall, University of California, Box 951538, Los Angeles, CA 90095-1538. Job # 0755-0708-01.

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DREXEL UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor in Communication

DREXEL UNIVERSITY, Department of Culture & Communication anticipates hiring a full-time tenure-track assistant professor in Communication beginning Fall 2008.

Research agenda in media studies preferred, and may include media ecology, technological convergence and practice, emerging forms of journalism, and technology and society, although individuals with well developed research agendas in other areas are also encouraged to apply. Dynamic scholars with strong research backgrounds who wish to work in a growing interdisciplinary department are especially welcome.

Drexel University is a private, urban university with over 11,000 full-time undergraduates. Drexel is well-known for its cooperative education program. The Department of Culture and Communication is within the College of Arts and Sciences and comprises faculty in Communication and Linguistics, Sociology, Anthropology, and Modern Languages. The department currently offers BA and BS degrees in Communication, with undergraduate specialties in Corporate and Public Relations, Technical Communication, and Journalism, and an MS degree in Communication, with concentrations in Public, Technical or Science Communication. In addition, the department is in the final stages of approval for a new interdisciplinary Doctoral program.

The Department also offers BA degrees in Anthropology and in Sociology, BS degrees in Criminal Justice and in Urban Environmental Policy, and MS degrees in Environmental Communication and in Publication Management.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in communication. Ph.D., preferably in communication, must be in hand by the time of appointment.

Review of applications will begin November 1, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of application, vita, contact information for three references, and statement of research program to: Dr. Ernest Hakanen, Chair, Search Committee, Drexel University, Department of Culture and Communication, Building #47, 3141 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104.

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from qualified women, members of minority groups, disabled individuals, and veterans. www.drexel.edu

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SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY
Assistant Professor, Department of Communication
Emphasis in Political Communication

Saint Louis University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and service is seeking candidates for a tenure-track position in political communication at the assistant professor level in the Department of Communication to begin in Fall 2008.

We invite applications from teacher-scholars whose work is at the intersection of communication and politics broadly conceived with expertise in one or more of the following areas: political communication and public policy; civic participation and the public sphere; campaigns and elections; political communication and media; digital communication and new political communication practices; grassroots movements and political communication; and, culture and democracy.

Requirements: Earned doctorate in Communication/Communication Studies (or a related area of study, such as Mass Communication) by August 1, 2008; documented teaching experience and excellence; record or promise of published scholarly research. In addition to any specialty courses, the successful applicant is expected to teach theory and/or research methods courses in the department's core undergraduate and graduate curricula.

Communication is a thriving department in the College of Arts and Sciences, with about 325 undergraduate majors, 35 M.A. students and 16 full-time faculty members. The department stresses both theoretical understanding and professional application of communication. Our mission stresses qualitative research within cultural and humanistic contexts.

Our master's program emphasizes three areas of shared interest: culture and public dialogue, media studies, and organizational communication. The department's resources include computer labs for instruction in writing, desktop publishing, research, and multimedia design, as well as a close association with the University's Political Science Department that has resulted in a Political Journalism Certificate.

Saint Louis University serves approximately 11,000 students. The main campus is in a revitalized midtown neighborhood that features a major performing-arts district. All applications must be made online at http://jobs.slu.edu (Req ID 20070735). Applicants should include the following materials: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a teaching statement and a research statement, and 4) a list with names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. In addition to your online application, application materials should also be submitted by post to: Search Committee, Department of Communication, Saint Louis University, 3733 West Pine Mall, Xavier Hall 300, St. Louis, MO 63108. For additional information, contact Professor Bob Krizek, Search Chair, krizekrl@slu.edu, phone: 314-977-3179, fax: 314-977-3195.

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2007, and will continue until the position is filled. Saint Louis University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE) and encourages nominations of and applications from women and minorities.

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CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LOS ANGELES
Communication Studies, College of Arts and Letters
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Public Relations Fall 2008

ABD or Ph.D. in Communication or associated field. Ability for teaching public relations. Secondary areas of interest may include: advertising, journalism, new media technology/electronic journalism, business and professional communication.

Submit letter of application, vita, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation and the University's Application for Academic Employment form. To apply and obtain full position description go to http://www.calstatela.edu/academic/position/csla_a&l.htm. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2007 and continue until position is filled.

Address application, required documentation and/or request for information to:

Dr. Beryl Bellman
Department of Communication Studies
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8110

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ TITLE IX EMPLOYER

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QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSITY
Director of Interactive Communications Online Graduate Program

The School of Communications of Quinnipiac University seeks an experienced administrator to direct an innovative professionally oriented online graduate program in interactive communications. The M.S. program in Interactive Communications prepares students for career advancement and opportunities as content producers or Web development managers for media companies or other firms that create and distribute information or entertainment online. This is a 12-month administrative appointment available August 2008. Duties include overseeing curriculum development, student advising and working closely with the Associate Vice President for Online Programs on marketing, recruitment, and corporate outreach efforts. The Director will also teach in the program. An advanced degree is required, and a high level of technical proficiency is expected. Experience in online environments, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills are essential. Previous administrative experience and media professional experience required. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references electronically to Dr. David Donnelly, david.donnelly@quinnipiac.edu. Consideration of candidates will begin November 15 and continue until position is filled.

The university is also seeking candidates for a tenure track faculty position available in interactive communications. For details, visit http://www.quinnipiac.edu/x58.xml.

Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity throughout the University community and we welcome candidates who would enhance that diversity.

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TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
School of Communications and Theater
Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

The School of Communications and Theater (SCT) at Temple University invites applications from senior faculty members to serve as Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. SCT is one of the largest and most diverse schools of communication in the United States, dedicated to liberal education, professional training, scholarship and the creative arts.

SCT comprises six departments including Journalism, Broadcasting Mass Media and Telecommunications, Film and Media Arts, Advertising, Strategic and Organizational Communication, and Theater. These departments offer seven undergraduate majors, four masters degrees and a doctoral program. Over 80 full time faculty serve the School's 3,900 students.

The Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs will plan faculty recruiting, oversee faculty development and promotion, provide guidance in school-wide curriculum development, and help guide the School's continued growth and advancement. Candidates must have an earned doctorate in a related field and a demonstrated body of research or creative work commensurate with appointment as Full Professor. Strong candidates will have administrative experience as Department Chair or through service above the department level.

Temple University is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the fifth largest media and telecommunications market in the nation. The University community at large includes more than 35,000 students in the region and at several international campuses. Temple is a Carnegie Research University (high research activity). For more information about the department, school, and Temple University, please visit http://www.temple.edu/sct.

Inquiries or application materials including a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference may be directed to:

Professor Tom Eveslage, Chair Search Committee
c/o Dolores Stanley
School of Communications and Theater
Temple University
Annenberg Hall 344
2020 North 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.

Temple University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator where diversity is an essential source of vitality and strength.

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UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA
School of Communication

The School of Communication at the University of North Dakota seeks four energetic scholars to fill tenurable/tenure track positions for Fall 2008. Positions are open with respect to rank and area within discipline. For full information please see http://www.und.edu/dept/aao/newjobarts.htm.

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CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
School of Communication
Assistant Professor - (Mass Communication)

Cleveland State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the School of Communication beginning August 18, 2008. A Ph.D. required on or before August 15, 2008. A social/behavioral science background and expertise in mass communication with an emphasis in promotional communication is required. In addition to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in this area, the preferred candidate will also have the ability to teach advertising, audience research, internet advertisement, and/or quantitative research methods. Current faculty teaching load is two courses per semester. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, vita, a transcript or list of all graduate courses taken, and three letters of recommendation sent under separate cover. Sending two samples of scholarly research and evidence of teaching effectiveness also is encouraged. All application materials should be sent to Gary Pettey, Search Committee Chair, School of Communication, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH 44115. Phone (216) 687-4641, e-mail g.pettey@csuohio.edu. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2007 and continue until the position is filled.

CSU is an AA/EOE institution committed to nondiscrimination in employment and education. M/F/D/V encouraged.

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CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
School of Communication
Assistant Professor - Journalism & Mass Communication

Cleveland State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the School of Communication beginning August 18, 2008. Candidate must have completed a Ph.D. in journalism and mass communication or communication-related discipline before August 15, 2008; candidate must have professional background in print journalism. The preferred candidate will have teaching experience in journalism; extensive recent professional full-time experience as a print and online/new media journalist; familiarity with media convergence and/or design; experience in using one or more of the following: InDesign, Photoshop, or similar software; a social/behavioral science background; strong background in mass communication theory; an ability to communicate effectively with an ethically and culturally diverse university community. Job duties will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in journalism writing and reporting; coordinate and supervise the student laboratory newspaper, The Cleveland Stater; write, publish and conduct research or engage in creative activities appropriate to their expertise; give service to professional, community, school, and university programs and activities. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, vita, three current letters of recommendation sent under separate cover, and a transcript or list of all graduate courses taken. Candidates are also strongly encouraged to send, if available, evidence of teaching effectiveness and samples of their writing to Dr. Edward Horowitz, Journalism Search Committee Chair, School of Communication, Cleveland State University, 2121 Euclid Avenue, MU 233, Cleveland, Ohio 44115. For more information: 216-687-3996 or email e.horowitz1@csuohio.edu. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2007 and continue until position is filled. Salary is commensurate with experience.

CSU is an AA/EOE institution committed to the nondiscrimination in employment and education. M/F/D/V encouraged.

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CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY
School of Communication
Assistant Professor

Cleveland State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the School of Communication beginning August 18, 2008. A Ph.D. required by August 15, 2008. We seek a scholar/teacher whose interests complement those of faculty members in one or more divisions of the school: Communication, Management, Journalism and Promotional Communication, and/or Media Arts and Technology. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated commitment to excellence in both teaching and research. Candidates must have a social scientific or behavioral science background; preference will be given to those with experience teaching or the ability to teach research methods. The preferred candidate will also be able to teach a range of undergraduate (e.g., advertising, conflict management, film studies, health communication, public relations) and graduate (e.g., interpersonal, mass, organizational, strategic, urban communication) courses. Grant experience or the potential to secure external funding is a plus. A Ph.D. in Communication is required on or before the start of the contract year. Current faculty teaching load is two courses per semester. Salary is commensurate with experience.

The School of Communication offers four Bachelors of Arts degrees as well as a Master's degree and a new Ph.D. track in the Urban Affairs and Public Policy program. To learn more about our faculty and programs, visit: http://www.csuohio.edu/com/index.html.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, current vita, a transcript or list of all graduate courses taken, and three recent, signed letters of recommendation sent under separate cover. Sending two samples of scholarly research and evidence of teaching effectiveness is also encouraged. All application materials should be sent to Dr. Katheryn Maguire, Search Committee Chair, School of Communication, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio 44115. Direct questions to Dr. Maguire by e-mail (k.maguire77@csuohio.edu) or phone (216-687-4511). Screening of applications will begin November 15, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled.

CSU is an AA/EOE institution committed to the non-discrimination in employment and education. M/F/D/V encouraged.

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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA
School of Journalism and Mass Communications

The University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications seeks applicants for positions in varied areas of emphasis in teaching, research and creative activity. Positions are open rank unless otherwise specified, and we encourage applications from senior faculty.

The School has dual academic and professional tracks. Academic-track candidates must have a Ph.D. (ABD's considered), proven research record and some professional and/or teaching experience. Professional-track candidates must have significant professional experience (some teaching experience preferred). All applicants should be committed to research or creative activity, teaching and service in their areas.

We expect to hire faculty in the following area:

• Health Communication. The ideal candidate would be able to lead initiatives in health communication. Professional experience, a track record of grants and publications, the ability to work with multiple disciplines across the University (including the Arnold School of Public Health) and graduate teaching experience are all desired. We are particularly interested in hiring faculty at the senior associate or full professor level, but outstanding candidates at the assistant level will be considered. Ph.D. required.

The School of Journalism and Mass Communications offers bachelor's and master's degrees in journalism and mass communication, as well as a Ph.D. in mass communication. The University of South Carolina is a research university with more than 27,000 students located in South Carolina's capital city, located two hours from the coast and from the mountains. The School has an enrollment of 1,400 undergraduates and 60 graduate students in print and electronic journalism; advertising and public relations; visual communications, and mass communications. The faculty consists of a collegial group of researchers and educators with a wide range of backgrounds and interests. For more information, see the School's website at www.jour.sc.edu.

Applicants should send a letter of application, CV, and the names of references to:

Dr. Lowndes F. Stephens, Chair
Faculty Search Committee
School of Journalism and Mass Communications
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC 29208

The search committee's review of applications on a rolling basis will begin November 15, and continue until positions are filled. Rank and salary will depend on qualifications and experience. Employment begins in August 2008.

The University of South Carolina is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. The University of South Carolina is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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OHIO UNIVERSITY - LANCASTER CAMPUS
Assistant Professor of Communication Studies

The Ohio University Lancaster Campus is located on 113 acres about 45 miles north of the main campus and 25 miles south of Columbus. Nearly 1700 traditional and nontraditional students enroll quarterly in associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs. The Ohio University Lancaster community strives to create an educational and cultural environment in which students refine their abilities to reason and communicate clearly, so as to become responsible citizens in a diverse world.

Applicants must have an earned doctorate, a strong record of teaching and scholarship in the areas of health communication and/or organizational communication, demonstrated ability to conduct advising, and willingness to conduct service and outreach with university and local communities. Experience with teaching using distance education methods is beneficial. ABDs will be considered with an accompanying letter from the doctoral committee advisor confirming anticipated completion of the degree by September 1, 2008.

The successful applicant will be expected to teach a minimum of 12 hours per quarter in a variety of courses in health communication, communication theory, organizational communication and/or interpersonal communication. Additional teaching is expected in one or more of the following: research methods, small group communication, intercultural communication, interviewing, rhetoric, communication campaigns, and public speaking. Opportunity for special topics courses in an area of specialty is available on occasion.

The position is available September 1, 2008. The salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience for the tenure-track position, which expect professional development and scholarly activities. This is a nine-month academic year contract with summer teaching possibilities.

Applicants must complete an application at http://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53537 and either attach with the online application or submit by mail a curriculum vitae, names and telephone numbers of three references, student evaluations, sample course syllabi and relevant supporting material to:

Ms. Carolyn Bateson
Ohio University Lancaster
1570 Granville Pike
Lancaster, OH 43130

Deadline for applications is January 2, 2008. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Ohio University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged.

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UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA - LAS VEGAS
Communication Studies

Position #1, Assistant or Associate Professor, health communication. Position #2, Assistant Professor, interpersonal communication.

Complete position descriptions & online application procedures available at http://hr.unlv.edu/Jobs/. UNLV is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity.

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UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Visiting Scholar, Middle East Center and the Center for Global Communication Studies

The University of Pennsylvania's Middle East Center and the Center for Global Communication Studies at the Annenberg School for Communication offer a Visiting Scholar research position to commence as early as January 2008 and extending for one semester or possibly two. The successful applicant will have a PhD (or equivalent) by the time of commencement of service. Areas of research interest should span those generally undertaken at Annenberg and the Center, generally dealing with questions of speech, media, identity and political formation within the Middle East. For more information see www.global.asc.upenn.edu and http://mec.sas.upenn.edu. The successful applicant will, if determined to be so qualified, teach one course per term, engage in research, and be involved in the work of the two Centers. The base salary for the position will be up to 20K per semester, with the expectation that one class will be taught per semester. A candidate selected who will engage in research but not teach will have a more modest adjusted salary. Benefits are not included in this position. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest outlining their potential course and the research project they would like to undertake, a CV, one relevant publication, one course syllabus, references and a small but representative sample of student evaluations to sbeauvais@asc.upenn.edu, or mail to Sylvie Beauvais, Annenberg School for Communication, 3620 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6220. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND (CUNY)
Assistant Professor of Communications

The Department of Media Culture of the College of Staten Island, a senior college of The City University of New York, seeks candidates for an anticipated tenure track position as Assistant Professor of Communications beginning September 2008.

Required: PhD in Communications or Media Studies. The successful candidate will show a demonstrated commitment to research, publication, and teaching; teaching experience and the demonstrated ability to teach courses including introduction to communication, communication theories, and research methods; expertise is required in general history and theories of mass communication studies. Candidates will also have scholarly expertise in one of the following areas: new media; advertising/public relations; broadcast/electronic journalism; media literacy; or issues of race, ethnicity, nationality or globalization.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses, development and coordination of curriculum, departmental and college service, and engagement in an active and productive research agenda. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2007, and continue until the position is filled. Salary range: $52,144 - $67,092 commensurate with experience.

Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, a writing sample, and a sample syllabus, by December 1, 2007 to Dr. Cindy Wong, Chair, Communications Search Committee, Department of Media Culture, College of Staten Island, Room 1P-226, 2800 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10314. EEO/AA/ADA employer. For more information on the department, see our website at http://scholar.library.csi.cuny.edu/mediaculture/.

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UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
Integrated Marketing Communication

The University of Houston, School of Communication invites applicants for a junior tenure-track position in integrated marketing communication to begin fall 2008. The preferred candidate must have a Ph.D. in Advertising, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field with a demonstrated ability to teach integrated marketing communication courses. Demonstrated teaching, research/publication ability, and professional experience is required. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate principles and campaigns courses in an anticipated new degree concentration. Review of CVs will begin 12/1/07. Send CV, letter of application, three letters of recommendation, and official transcripts to:

Beth Olson, Ph.D.
Director, School of Communication
101 Communication Building
University of Houston
Houston, TX 77204-3302
bolson@uh.edu
www.class.uh.edu/com

The University of Houston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
Full/Associate Professor of Journalism

The Journalism Program in the School of Communication at the University of Miami is seeking a distinguished scholar for a tenured position at the Full or Associate Professor level. The successful candidate will have a superlative research record, an energetic research program and demonstrated teaching excellence. Areas of research interest could include ethnic/cross-cultural journalism, international journalism, and/or issues related to media convergence. Specialists in all methodological approaches are welcome. S/he will provide intellectual leadership in the development of the program, mentor Ph.D. students, and help educated future journalists at the graduate and undergraduate level. The candidate would interact with a diverse set of colleagues that includes two high-level professors of practice soon to be announced as Knight Chairs in Visual Journalism and Cross-Cultural Journalism within the School's recently endowed $9 million Knight Center for International Media. Located in a multicultural city bordering the Caribbean Basin, the Program and School are deepening their global emphasis while continuing to stress critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and socially responsible journalism produced across a number of media platforms. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until Jan. 14, 2008. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and at least three references to Dr. Victoria Orrego, Chair, Journalism Search Committee, School of Communication, University of Miami, P.O. Box 248127, Coral Gables, FL 33124-2105. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental benefits, tuition remission, vacation, paid holidays, and much more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN - ANN ARBOR
Quantitative Methodology in the Social Sciences
College of Literature, Science and the Arts

The College of Literature, Science and the Arts at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor is seeking to recruit one or more quantitative methodologists in the social sciences. This is part of a college-wide initiative to extend long-standing strengths in the quantitative social sciences. Participating departments include Communication Studies, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Statistics. 
 
Faculty at all levels will be considered. Senior, tenured faculty will typically have a joint appointment in two departments and must be top scholars whose expertise strikes a balance between disciplinary specialization and general methodological development. Junior candidates should also have disciplinary and strong methodology interests.
 
Candidates at Assistant Professor level should send electronic versions of vitae, statement of current and future research plans, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence, and copies of selected publications to: 
quamss-recruiting@umich.edu
 
Three letters of reference should be sent to the above e-mail or via postal mail to: 
QuaMSS Faculty Recruiting
Department of Statistics
439 West Hall
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor MI 48109. 
 
Candidates at Associate or Full Professor levels should send electronic versions of vitae, statement of current and future research plans, and names of four references to the above e-mail address. 
 
Questions about the position should be sent to quamss-recruiting@umich.edu . Review of applications will commence on December 1, 2007 and will continue until suitable candidates are identified. 
 
 
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University is supportive of the needs of dual career couples. The University of Michigan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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