UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
Department of Communication
Two Assistant Professor Positions in Public Relations
The Department of Communication at the University of Maryland invites applications for two tenure track positions in public relations at the rank of assistant professor, starting August 15, 2009, to help with the growth of its public relations track. The Department of Communication offers a specialization in public relations at the B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. levels.
The University of Maryland is a "Top 20" ranked major public research university, located within the Washington DC/Baltimore metroplex, five miles from the District of Columbia and a major world city with concentrated research, public policy, cultural, and artistic resources. As the flagship university, The University of Maryland's academic programs are sought after as partners for a wide variety of federal government communication initiatives.
Successful candidates will have expertise in public relations theory, writing, and campaigns; be able to engage in scholarly public relations research; and, teach courses in public relations principles, campaigns, writing, communication theory, and/or research methods. Candidates must have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and the clear potential to establish a strong, active research program and conduct graduate advising. Teaching experience, preferably at the university level, is highly desirable. Professional public relations experience is desirable.
For best consideration, interested candidates should submit a complete application by October 1, 2008. The application materials should include (a) a letter of application that describes research interests and other qualifications, (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) one letter of recommendation, (d) the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three additional references, and (e) sample(s) of recent research. Salary commensurate with experience. Application materials should be sent to:
Linda Aldoory, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Chair,
Public Relations Faculty Search Committee
Department of Communication
2130 Skinner Building
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742-7635
Questions regarding this announcement may be addressed to Professor Aldoory at (301) 405-6528 or email laldoory@umd.edu. Information about the department is available on the department's Web site at http://www.comm.umd.edu.
The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities and woman are encouraged to apply.
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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS
Department of Communication
Associate Professor, Professor, Department Chair
Social Interaction/Mediated Communication
Seeking individuals whose research interests are primarily concerned with the development of theories that elucidate the fundamental processes subserving social interaction and/or the social and psychological impact of the media. Applicants must
have a program of theory development and research that explicates communication processes in face-to-face and mediated social interaction contexts and/or a theory-driven research program focused on explaining the effects of media or communication technologies upon individuals and society. This research program
must comport with the Department’s quantitative behavioral science orientation and affiliation with the Division of Social Sciences. Tenure-track position to begin 1 July 2009. Candidates will be expected to teach upper-division classes and graduate
seminars. Seeking applicants who can assume immediately the Department Chair role.
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Communication
One Shields Avenue
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA 95616
Email: labyrns@ucdavis.edu (Lesley Byrns, Office Manager). TEL: 530/752-1291
The Department offers the B.S. and M.A. in Communication. (A doctoral program
proposal is currently under review.) For further information about the Department of
Communication at UCD, please visit our website at http://communication.ucdavis.edu. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 1 OCTOBER 2008. Position is open until filled.
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WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Director, School of Communication
The School of Communication at Western Michigan University invites applications for the position of Director beginning July 1, 2009. Qualified candidates must hold a Ph.D. or appropriate terminal degree, possess a record of excellence in research/creative activities, teaching, service appropriate for tenured appointment at senior rank, and have administrative experience. WMU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer consistent with applicable Federal and State law.
To learn more about the position, the school, the university, and the community please visit http://www.wmich.edu/communication/newdirector.
Review of applications begins on September 15, 2008 and continues until the position is filled. To apply online, visit http://www.wmich.edu/hr/careers-at-wmu.htm and include a letter of application and a current curriculum vita. Additional supporting material should be sent to Director Search Committee Chair, School of Communication, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5318: For more information, contact joseph.kayany@wmich.edu or 269.387.3139
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