February 7, 2013
Saint Leo University
Instructor/Assistant/Associate Professor of Multimedia Management
Saint Leo University is one of the largest and most innovative Catholic universities in the United States. A leading provider of higher education to the military and a leader in online higher education, Saint Leo enrolls more than 16,000 students at the traditional University Campus (main campus), through the Center for Online Learning, and at 19 regional centers in seven states.
The Department of Communication and Marketing is seeking qualified candidates for a nine (9) month, full-time, tenure-track, faculty position to teach multimedia management courses at our main campus in Saint Leo, Florida. The Multimedia Management is a new program and we seek a highly motivated faculty member who is capable of keeping current with emerging applications and technologies. The faculty member must have working knowledge of industry-standard operating systems, software, and hardware and be able effectively teach multimedia courses to an undergraduate audience.
For additional information and application instructions, please visit: https://www.saintleo.jobs/postings/10883
Saint Leo University is an equal opportunity employer. Catholics, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Zayed University
Assistant/Associate or Full Professor
Converged Media
COLLEGE of COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA SCIENCES
ABU DHABI and DUBAI CAMPUSES
AUGUST 2013
The University
Zayed University, a premier university in the United Arab Emirates, is an innovative institution based on an international model of higher education. The University has experienced rapid growth, and currently has over 900 faculty and staff serving approximately 8500 undergraduate and 1000 graduate students on its campuses in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Zayed University prepares graduates to become leaders in government, business, civil society, and family life, and to contribute to building a knowledge-based economy and society. Through a curriculum grounded in learning outcomes, the University expects its graduates to be proficient in both English and Arabic, and to possess the skills in communication, technology, information literacy, research, critical thinking, and global awareness that will make them leaders in the interconnected 21st-century world. English is the primary language of instruction. Zayed University is fully accredited in the UAE and by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the US.
The United Arab Emirates is a progressive country known for its high standard of living and its safe, family-friendly, multi-national environment.
The College
The College of Communication and Media Sciences offers a comprehensive program of study, providing students opportunities to develop their communication and digital skills and prepare themselves to play important professional leadership roles. Studies lead to a Bachelor of Science degree with specializations in: Integrated Strategic Communications, Converged Media, Film and Video Communications, and Tourism and Cultural Communications. With student enrollment growth of 20 percent per year, the College is experiencing a dynamic positive growth. CCMS currently serves approximately 450 undergraduate majors. The College’s curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications with a goal of achieving international specialized accreditation. The Integrated Strategic Communications specialization is accredited by the International Advertising Association. CCMS has three graduate specializations leading to a Master of Arts in Communications; these are: Strategic Public Relations, Tourism and Cultural Communications, and Filmmaking, in association with the New York Film Academy Abu Dhabi, which will launch in spring 2013.
The Opportunity
The College is seeking dynamic individuals who can provide expertise and leadership in the areas of multi-platform media storytelling, media writing, and media ethics. We seek candidates with innovative ideas who will be able to teach and to help foster a potentially thriving converged media program. The College defines Converged Media as an emerging form of media, which combines different forms of journalism, such as print, photography, and video, into one piece or group of pieces. The specialization in Converged Media prepares students to lead the philosophical and technological initiatives of traditional mass media players—newspapers, broadcasters, magazines—and provides students with the skills to examine and develop new digital mass media systems and to revamp existing media products to address the needs of a new digital media market. The College also has a growing student media initiative and an international chapter of the Society for Professional Journalists (SPJ). Candidates would be expected to be qualified to support these activities. New faculty members will teach and conduct research or creative activity within the Converged Media specialization.
The Requirements
Although a Ph.D. or equivalent is preferred, an MFA, MA or MS will be considered with relevant professional experience. Candidates for positions should have a record of previous teaching experience as well as strong professional experience and/or scholarly/creative activities in the area of emphasis and teaching experience that meets international standards. Candidates are expected to be effective teachers/scholars and are expected to teach in both the undergraduate and graduate programs and be involved in outreach efforts to the community. Preference for positions will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to teach, conduct research and/or engage in creative activity.
The position also requires successful applicants to handle student advising, course development, serve on College-wide committees, and engage in ongoing accreditation preparedness activities. Desired, but not required, is bi-lingual fluency in Arabic and English and/or interest in media and children’s digital programming. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
The Benefits
The University’s benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates, housing, a furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and subsidized healthcare provided to the employee and sponsored family members.
To Apply
Please visit our web site www.zu.ac.ae and click on ‘Employment’ to be directed to the recruitment website. In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover letter, a current CV, and the names and contact details of three professional references.
Review Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions have been filled.
Zayed University
Assistant/Associate or Full Professor
Integrated Strategic Communications
COLLEGE of COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA SCIENCES
ABU DHABI and DUBAI CAMPUSES
AUGUST 2013
The University
Zayed University, a premier university in the United Arab Emirates, is an innovative institution based on an international model of higher education. The University has experienced rapid growth, and currently has over 900 faculty and staff serving approximately 8500 undergraduate and 1000 graduate students on its campuses in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Zayed University prepares graduates to become leaders in government, business, civil society, and family life, and to contribute to building a knowledge-based economy and society. Through a curriculum grounded in learning outcomes, the University expects its graduates to be proficient in both English and Arabic, and to possess the skills in communication, technology, information literacy, research, critical thinking, and global awareness that will make them leaders in the interconnected 21st-century world. English is the primary language of instruction. Zayed University is fully accredited in the UAE and by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the US.
The United Arab Emirates is a progressive country known for its high standard of living and its safe, family-friendly, multi-national environment.
The College
The College of Communication and Media Sciences offers a comprehensive program of study, providing students opportunities to develop their communication and digital skills and prepare themselves to play important professional leadership roles. Studies lead to a Bachelor of Science degree with specializations in: Integrated Strategic Communications, Converged Media, Film and Video Communications, and Tourism and Cultural Communications. With student enrollment growth of 20 percent per year, the College is experiencing dynamic positive growth. CCMS currently serves approximately 450 undergraduate majors. The College’s curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications with a goal of achieving international specialized accreditation. The Integrated Strategic Communications specialization is accredited by the International Advertising Association. CCMS has three graduate specializations leading to a Master of Arts in Communications; these are: Strategic Public Relations, Tourism and Cultural Communications, and Filmmaking, in association with the New York Film Academy Abu Dhabi, which will launch in spring 2013.
The Opportunity
The College is seeking dynamic individuals who can provide expertise and leadership in Integrated Strategic Communications’ major courses. Successful candidates with innovative ideas who will be able to teach basic principles/fundamentals, writing, strategic planning and campaigns, all incorporating elements of advertising, public relations, and marketing communications in traditional and online environments. ISC is the largest specialization and is establishing a student chapter of the Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA). The College also has a Strategic Public Relations graduate program. Candidates would be expected to be qualified to support these activities. New ISC faculty members will teach and conduct research or creative activities within the scope of the specialization.
The Requirements
Although a Ph.D. or equivalent is preferred, an MFA, MA or MS will be considered with relevant professional experience. Candidates for positions should have a record of previous teaching experience as well as strong professional experience and/or scholarly/creative activities in the area of emphasis and teaching experience that meets international standards. Candidates are expected to be effective teachers/scholars and are expected to teach in both the undergraduate and graduate programs and be involved in outreach efforts to the community. Preference for positions will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to teach, conduct research and/or engage in creative activity.
The position also requires the successful applicant to handle student advising, course development, serve on College-wide committees, and engage in ongoing accreditation preparedness activities.
Successful candidates should have the ability to contribute to at least one or more of the College’s required core courses such as: media and society; public speaking and persuasion; media history; media ethics; new media; intercultural and interpersonal communications; culture and media criticism; and/or multimedia design.
Preference for positions will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to teach, conduct research and/or engage in creative activity. Also desired, but not required, is bi-lingual fluency in Arabic and English and/or interest in media and children’s digital programming. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
The Benefits
The University’s benefits package is highly attractive, with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates, housing, a furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and subsidized healthcare provided to the employee and sponsored family members.
To Apply
Please visit our web site www.zu.ac.ae and click on ‘Employment’ to be directed to the recruitment website. In addition to completing the online application form, attach a cover letter, a current CV, and the names and contact details of three professional references. For questions, contact Dean Marilyn Roberts marilyn.roberts@zu.ac.ae.
Review Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions have been filled.
University of Miami
The School of Communication at the University of Miami welcomes applications for a five-month Visiting Assistant/Associate Professor to serve as Visiting Knight Chair beginning on June 17, 2013 for its Knight Center for International Media.
The successful candidate will work with undergraduate and graduate students and faculty at the University and at partner schools across South Africa on a documentary multimedia project. The successful candidate will engage in guest lectures, discussions, seminars, workshops, and other interaction with the School’s graduate students and faculty, and participate in similar projects of the Knight Center.
Candidates should have Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience in multimedia journalism. Familiarity with communication research is desired, but not required.
The following areas will be emphasized when evaluating candidates:
- Experience in international reporting, or authoring scholarly publications on issues related to the role of communication in promoting social justice, advancing human dignity, and implementing civil rights;
- Expertise in one or more aspects of multimedia reportage, including video, audio, photojournalism, information graphics, data visualization, design, social media, mobile media, analytics, SEO and coding;
- International teaching, research or service experiences;
- Evidence of success in managing team journalism initiatives;
The position will be housed at the University’s Coral Gables campus but will also include field work in South Africa.
The University of Miami School of Communication is founded in the fundamental values of freedom of speech, press and belief, and is constantly moving forward with a visionary purpose. The University is a private research university with more than 15,000 students from around the world.
The Knight Center for International Media in the School of Communication at UM focuses on innovative forms of journalism and communication, particularly those using digital technologies and measuring impact, to catalyze sustainable positive change in the lives of people and community, locally and globally.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applicants from minority candidates and women.
Deadline for applications is Friday, March 1, 2013. For more information, contact Knight Chair in Visual Journalism, Rich Beckman, at rbeckman@miami.edu, and Interim Director of the Knight Center, Jyotika Ramaprasad, at jyotika@miami.edu.
Submit letter of application and resume electronically to:
Lauren Janetos, Project Manager
Knight Center for International Media
ljanetos@miami.edu
February 6, 2013
Georgia College
Assistant Professor in Mass Communication/Strategic Communication
Georgia College, the Public Liberal Arts University for the State of Georgia, is seeking a tenure track, assistant professor in Strategic Communication, emphasizing public relations in the Department of Mass Communication. The ten-month appointment begins August 1, 2013. Primary teaching responsibility will include teaching Message Creation, Advanced Strategic Communication, and Strategic Campaigns. Ability to teach design and research courses is a plus. Industry and teaching experience is desired. PhD is required – ABD will be considered but a completed PhD is required in order to be considered for promotion and or tenure at Georgia College.
Review of applications begins March 1, 2013 and will continue until position is filled. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, vita, and contact information for three references. Apply online at www.gcsujobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53020.
The Department of Mass Communication at Georgia College offers an integrated, cross-platform curriculum including informative, persuasive, and hybrid communication courses with the goal of producing graduates with a broad knowledge of the media and its wide variety of channels. The department has over 300 majors and oversees a PRSSA chapter, a student newspaper, a student-operated radio station, and a weekly cable news program. http://www.gcsu.edu/masscomm/index.htm.
We seek a highly trained individual who is committed to a liberal arts education and can demonstrate excellence in teaching and research; and whose scholarship addresses any area of strategic communication including campaign communication, media relations, and emerging technologies (i.e. social media, mobile apps). Additionally, an ideal candidate will participate in the development of online courses and community engagement through service learning in the classroom. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their experience, research, teaching and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Applicants should be able to demonstrate ability to work collegially and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Strengthened by Diversity Georgia College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative-Action Institution committed to cultural, racial, and multi-ethnic communities and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. It is expected that successful candidates share in this commitment. Persons who need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (478) 445-5596. Georgia is an Open Records state. The finalist will be required to submit to a background investigation.
February 5, 2013
National University of Singapore
Full Professor in Communication Management
The Department of Communications and New Media at the National University of Singapore (NUS) seeks to hire a tenured Full Professor with research and teaching specialization in Communication Management. In particular, research and teaching interests in health communication, science communication, public policy, social change communication, strategic communication, corporate social responsibility, public communication campaigns, and/or globalization are desired. We are interested in internationally recognized scholars who value diverse research methods and approach communication through new and emergent media perspectives. Candidates must have a Ph.D., extensive teaching experience, globally recognized research achievements, proven administrative experience, and leadership qualities.
The Department, a part of the globally ranked Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at NUS, offers degree programs at the undergraduate, masters and doctoral levels, and is ranked number 3 in the global QS rankings of Communication and Media Studies.
Please submit (1) a letter of interest; (2) an updated curriculum vitae (including education, employment history, public and professional service, honors and awards, and a complete list of publications); (3) a list of six referees (with affiliations and particulars); and (4) a statement of research to Ms. Gayathri D/O Dorairaju at cnmcareer@nus.edu.sg by March 31, 2013.
February 4, 2013
South Dakota State University
Assistant Department Head and Professor or Associate Professor
Journalism and Mass Communication Department, 9-month
Responsibilities include overseeing curriculum development and scheduling, working with departmental committees, assisting with faculty development and day-to-day administration of the department and serving as department head in her absence. This position will also teach classes as assigned and maintain a scholarly agenda. SDSU actively seeks to increase social and intellectual diversity among its faculty. Women and persons underrepresented in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.
Minimum qualifications: an earned doctorate in journalism and mass communication or related field, established record of research and publication, University teaching, leadership and program development, rank of tenured professor or associate professor, and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred qualifications: Expertise in leadership in faculty development, current media technology, and teaching courses in multi-media design and production.
Application deadline for full consideration: March 8.
For questions about this position contact Professor Roxanne Lucchesi, Search Chair, at (605) 688-4171 or roxanne.lucchesi@sdstate.edu.
To apply visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu, search for the position, and follow the electronic application process. For questions on the electronic employment process, contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128. SDSU is an AA/EEO employer.
South Dakota State University
Assistant Professor and Online Graduate Advisor
Journalism and Mass Communication Department, 9-month, Tenure-track.
Responsibilities include serving as advisor to all of the graduate students enrolled in the online master’s degree and teaching introductory and research methodology classes for graduate students and honors classes as assigned. Developing relationships with university and professional constituencies and continuing a scholarly agenda are also included. SDSU actively seeks to increase social and intellectual diversity among its faculty. Women and persons underrepresented in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.
Minimum qualifications include an earned doctorate in journalism and mass communication, advertising, marketing or related field; graduate-level teaching experience in journalism and mass communication; an established record of research and publication and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred qualifications include online teaching experience, graduate-level advising experience and quantitative research and/or media analytics expertise.
Application deadline for full consideration: March 8.
For questions about this position contact Professor Lyle Olson, Search Chair, at (605) 688-4171 or lyle.olson@sdstate.edu.
To apply, visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu, search for the position, and follow the electronic application process. For questions on the electronic employment process, contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128. SDSU is an AA/EEO employer.
Flagler College
Assistant Professor of Communication
The Department of Communication at Flagler College invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2013. The department has 400 undergraduate majors and offers a convergence core with tracks in public relations, journalism, media production, and cinema and media studies. Candidates must hold at least a Master’s degree in Public Relations/Strategic Communication or related field of Communication; a Ph.D. is preferred. Professional experience is required. APR certification or PRSA Fellow preferred. Salary and benefits are commensurate with academic and professional experience.
Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and evidence of scholarly work that will help build a program of national excellence in Strategic Communication. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach the following courses: Introduction to Strategic Communication, Writing for Strategic Communication, and Strategies and Campaigns in Strategic Communication. Other responsibilities include advising and mentoring students in either the PRSSA Chapter or the student run PR firm, supporting the first year program, committee service, and ongoing professional development.
Flagler College is a private independent undergraduate college with an enrollment of 2,500 students. The College is located in historic St. Augustine, Florida, 35 miles south of Jacksonville and 55 miles north of Daytona Beach. Applicants should send an application letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, unofficial copies of transcripts, and three letters of reference to Dr. Alan Woolfolk, Dean of the Faculty, Flagler College, through the Flagler College online employment application.
Completed applications must be received by March 1.
California State University, Chico
Assistant Professor, Public Relations
The Department of Journalism and Public Relations is searching for a tenure-track assistant professor to start August 2013.
Minimum: Ph.D. in Journalism or related areas required. One year of professional public relations or media experience also required, as is demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching in at least two of the following areas: multiplatform news writing, integrated communication and public relations principles, writing, research and/or strategy.
Preferred: University teaching, grant work, government consultancies, or expertise in social media, integrated marketing and/or multimedia skills. Presentation of competitively selected conference papers; demonstrated potential for publication. Participation in appropriate national organizations.
Department: The program, which highly values student-centered teaching, offers the B.A. in journalism with news and PR options and is accredited by ACEJMC.
Closing: Review of applications will begin Feb. 18, 2013, and continue until position is filled. Complete job vacancy announcement and more department info available at www.csuchico.edu/jour.
Apply: All applicants must complete the Application for Academic Employment Form, which is available on-line at http://www.csuchico.edu/faaf/facultyrecruit/facultyapplication.docx. Submit with a letter of interest, CV and three references to:
Dr. Susan Wiesinger
Department of Journalism and Public Relations
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA 95929-0600
swiesinger@csuchico.edu
