University of Missouri

The Missouri School of Journalism seeks a superb teacher with excellent organizational skills to coordinate instruction in our gateway undergraduate news- writing course and to contribute to the teaching and research mission of the School in international journalism. This is a ranked, non-tenure track, renewable position on the Journalism Studies faculty, with the title Assistant Professional Practice Professor.

Responsibilities: For the required, multi-section news-writing course that serves 700 students per year, this faculty member will develop and implement curriculum; hire, train, supervise and evaluate instructors; write and deliver lectures; and coordinate with faculty groups and programs inside and outside the School to ensure the course meets a variety of curricular goals. In the international area, this faculty member will teach and be active in exploring international journalism and global communication issues in professional or scholarly venues.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will have at least a master’s degree in journalism or a closely related field (Ph.D. preferred), a strong background as a professional journalist, college-level classroom teaching experience, and demonstrated ability to manage people. Professional experience and/or research expertise in international journalism is a plus.

Applications: Please submit a letter of interest; curriculum vitae; evidence of teaching effectiveness; and the names and contact information for three references.  Please visit http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/ to access the online application system.

Screening of applicants will begin January 22 and continue until the position is filled. The starting date will be June 1, 2013.

The University of Missouri is committed to cultural diversity, and it is expected that successful candidate will share this commitment. MU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ADA institution and encourages applications from women and minority candidates.