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North Dakota State University

Tenure Track Faculty – Multimedia, Broadcast, and/or Strategic Communication

Description Details:

The Department of Communication seeks a student-oriented colleague to teach undergraduate and graduate students in the areas of multimedia, broadcast, and/or strategic communication. Load is two classes a semester, with expectations that the successful candidate will maintain an active research agenda in their area of specialty. The successful candidate will also support a student organization, participate in departmental undergraduate and graduate advising, and participate in departmental, university, and professional service. The position is a full-time, nine-month tenure track faculty appointment. Faculty members must adhere to the policies outlined in the NDSU Faculty Handbook found at http://www.ndsu.edu/policy/.

The Department of Communication delivers four undergraduate majors, a Master of Arts degree and a Ph.D. in Communication. Ten full-time faculty members, along with adjunct and part-time faculty, provide academic instruction to approximately 250 communication major and minor undergraduates, and 30-35 graduate students. In addition, the department delivers general education courses to the broader university student population and supports the student chapters of PRSSA, an on-campus newspaper (the Spectrum), a radio station (KNDS), a television studio (Bison Information Network), ADClub, and a nationally competitive forensics team. NDSU is home to more than 12,000 students.

Work Schedule: Nine-month position.

Advertised Salary: The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in communication or related field by date of appointment.
• Demonstrable practical experience in one or more of the following: social media, digital storytelling, journalism, strategic communication, video production, or data analytics.
• Demonstrable teaching effectiveness at the college or university level. Ability to teach undergraduate courses in convergence media, data-driven journalism, strategic communication campaigns, or another specialty.
• Evidence of scholarly and/or professional contributions in the form of publications and/or conference presentations.
• Membership in relevant professional communication organizations/associations.
• Ability to serve as faculty liaison to student organizations (e.g., BIN television station, AdClub, PRSSA).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with and/or ability to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate student levels.
• Ability to teach one video production class each semester.
• Five years’ practical experience in one or more of the following areas: digital media, journalism, strategic communication, data analysis and analytics, or equivalent.
• Interest in and/or experience with grant writing and acquiring funding for research and/or relevant communication activities.
• Ability to teach courses in data analytics, AI, public relations, corporate communication, risk and crisis communication, or related areas.
• Interest in and/or experience supervising or serving on graduate student thesis or dissertation committees.
• Research agenda that complements the department’s research and teaching strengths.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience and/or interest in collaborative research.

Applicant Materials Required:

Applicants should submit a letter detailing their qualifications and reasons for interest in the position, a CV, statement of research interests, teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names and contact information of three to five professional references. (Reference letters will be requested from finalists.) Questions should be sent to:

Shuning Lu, Ph.D.
Chair of Digital Media Search Committee
Department of Communication, #2512
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
or

Review of applications will begin April 1, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Find us online at http://www.ndsu.edu/communication.

NDSU OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS!

Full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Health Insurance coverage with 100% of the premium paid for by NDSU for Single or Family Plan
  • Option of a PPO/Basic Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account
  • Benefits begin the first of the month following date of hire
  • Wellness benefits are included for healthy lifestyle participation
• Superb Retirement Plan
  • Employer Contributions range from 7.5% – 12.26% based on position
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Tuition Waivers for Employee (three classes per calendar year)
• Tuitions Waivers for Spouse/Partner & Dependents (eligible for 50% waiver)
• Paid Leave – including Annual leave, Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional benefits include: Supplemental Life, Dental, Vision, Long-term care insurance, Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care) and Supplemental Retirement Plans
• More Detailed Information Here: Benefits | Human Resources | NDSU

About Us:

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.

NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.

NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, .

Diversity Statement:

NDSU strives to be a community of belonging, recognizing unique differences as strengths of our university. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that supports a community in which diverse populations and perspectives will know and learn from one another. NDSU values candidates who are committed to our core values of respect, inclusivity, community, creativity, excellence, impact, innovation, integrity, resilience, responsiveness, and transformation. Successful candidates will be committed to and help advance our strategic goal to create and maintain an open and respectful environment to promote inclusivity and diversity as a cornerstone of education, research, and outreach.

Veteran’s Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation Information

North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or .

Coastal Carolina University

Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication

Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Communication, or related fields, to begin in August 2025 with the possibility of renewal for up to two years. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Communication, Journalism, Mass Communication, or a closely related discipline. ABD candidates with a clear plan for degree completion prior to May 31, 2026, may be considered.

The teaching load is three courses per academic semester and may include face-to-face, hybrid, or distance learning deliveries. We are seeking excellent teacher-scholars who have the ability to teach the department’s foundation courses, including communication theory and communication research. Faculty will also teach courses in their area of expertise. Preference will be given to those whose area of expertise is in Film Studies, Film Production, Social Media, or Intercultural Communication. Faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction, mentor students, and provide service to the Department, College, and University when appropriate. Visiting faculty are encouraged to maintain an active research agenda.

Interested candidates should submit: (1) a letter of application indicating (a) teaching experience or ability, (b) experience or ability for a research agenda; (2) curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial graduate transcripts, and (4) the names and contact information for three references electronically at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccu/jobs/4804349/visiting-assistant-professor-in-communication. Official transcripts and letters of reference may be requested for interview candidates. Review of application materials will begin immediately.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,800 students from 49 states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.

The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

Posting Number: PFAC202500496

Link to posting: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccu/jobs/4804349/visiting-assistant-professor-in-communication

Pennsylvania State University

Computational Social Scientist for Tenure Track faculty position in AI Media

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State seeks an outstanding faculty member for a tenure-track position at the associate or full rank. We seek a Computational Social Scientist employing quantitative or mixed methods to conduct empirical research on the social and psychological processes and effects of engaging with AI-based media and communication.

This position’s tenure home will be in the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications and will also involve a joint position in Penn State’s Institute for Computational and Data Sciences (ICDS). The specific department within Communications will be determined upon appointment for the successful candidate, based on their teaching experience and interests.

The https://www.bellisario.psu.edu/ has four departments: Advertising/Public Relations; Film Production and Media Studies; Journalism; and Telecommunications. The successful candidate’s departmental affiliation will be determined based on the candidate’s teaching experience. The successful candidate will also be eligible for appointment to the College’s graduate-program faculty. The College offers a Ph.D. program, and M.A. program and an M.P.S. program, and is considering additional offerings. More information on the College’s graduate programs can be found at: https://www.bellisario.psu.edu/graduate.

The https://www.icds.psu.edu/ is home to advanced interdisciplinary computation and data-enabled collaborative science at Penn State. ICDS fosters both high-impact computational and data science methodologies as well as their applications to address a broad range of scientific and societal challenges, multifaceted models, and their societal impacts. ICDS supports a vibrant community of scholars, which includes more than 45 co-hired faculty and over 5,000 users with access to ICDS’s advanced research computing infrastructure called Roar and a cadre of technical experts, research scientists, and engineers.

A Ph.D. in communication or other social sciences is required. The College seeks candidates with a record of publishing and grant-supported work. The appointment will involve a 2-2 teaching load within Communications and will also involve the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams associated with ICDS.

Appointment at the Associate Professor or full Professor position will be made based on evidence of a substantial record of advanced research and the level of leadership in the candidate’s field of specialization. The rank of full Professor is reserved for persons of proven stature in teaching and/or research.

Candidates must submit a cover letter, a resume, and three references (name, job title, phone number, e-mail ID) as part of their application materials. Review of applications will begin April 4th, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits for more detailed information.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Apply online at https://apptrkr.com/6045857

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Louisiana State University

Associate Dean for Research & Strategic Initiatives

Full Time

R00102526

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Job Posting Title:

Associate Dean for Research & Strategic Initiatives

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM Manship School of Mass Communication (Kim Bissell (00082011))

Work Location:

Journalism Building

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

The Associate Dean for Research and Strategic Initiatives serves as a leader for the Manship School on matters related to scholarly and institutional research, including coordinating with School faculty and staff on assessment and accreditation compliance with the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. Service to the community or the profession beyond. This position will also serve as an Associate Professor in Science Communication or Health Communication. This will be a 5-year term beginning in AY 25-26 with a renewal option.

Job Responsibilities:

The Associate Dean for Research and Strategic Initiatives is responsible for developing strategies to seek and secure extramural funding opportunities for Manship School faculty; coordinating Manship School research and creative initiatives; fostering innovation in research and creative activity in collaboration with the directors of the School’s research labs (Media Effects Lab, Public Policy Research Lab, Social Media Analysis & Creation Lab and other labs as created) and research centers (e.g., the Reilly Center for Media & Public Affairs, research groups and individual faculty members; promoting collaboration within the School and with other partners in scholarship and practice. Helping Manship faculty partner with internal and external partners on external funding opportunities. Oversee and coordinate reporting assessment and accreditation data (especially for the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication). For grants, recruitment and special projects initiated by faculty and administration, serve as the school’s data resource for data related to enrollment as well as retention and graduation data (providing PDFs and analysis upon request). Other strategic initiatives and responsibilities developed in consultation with the Dean. 45%

Produce scholarly research and publish in the broad area of Science or Health Communication, including but not limited to environmental and crisis communication, risk communication, science journalism, public communication around science and environmental risk, media effects in the context of science communication and related areas. 25%

Teach a 1/1 load in the area of Science or Health Communication each semester. Courses can be offered in any of the Manship School’s four areas–Public Relations, Digital Advertising, Journalism, and Political Communication. These courses can be graduate or undergraduate level. 25%

Service to the Manship School, university and community. 5%

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD degree in Mass Communication or related degree.

Additional Requirements:

FERPA: As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, personal statement, and a list of three references with contact information. The personal statement should include a discussion of administrative experience and a description of research in the area science communication. Applicants should also discuss their research trajectory broadly in the area of science communication.

The statement should be no longer than 500 words.

The applicant’s name should appear in each uploaded file name. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee Chair, Dean Kim Bissell. Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair at mailto:

Application review will begin on February 28, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.

Posting Date:

January 31, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check – An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits – LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a https://doa.louisiana.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/state-as-a-model-employer/ agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ().

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6042144

Marist University

Professional Lecturer of Communication/Sports Broadcasting

Department/School:

School of Communication & the Arts

Salary/Pay Rate:

$75,000 – $80,000

Job Summary:

The School of Communication and the Arts at Marist University invites applications for a Professional Lecturer in Communication with a focus on Sports Broadcasting, beginning August 2025. The department seeks a candidate with the ability to teach studio and field broadcasting and new media courses in sports media and journalism. We hope to recruit a colleague comfortable in the world of streaming and social media as well as in more traditional broadcast settings. The successful candidate should be able to teach a studio course on producing a newscast and help students live stream a podcast or produce short-form feature content suitable for social media streaming.

The successful candidate will join a Communication Department and a school characterized by a strong sense of collaboration and expansive community in which students are the central focus and faculty are both accessible and approachable. The Department offers a major with five concentrations (Communication Studies, Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations, and Sports Communication) and Centers for Sports Communication and Social Media. The major enrolls over 500 students.

This position aligns with the School of Communication and the Arts’ mission to inspire students to be ethically responsible professionals, with an understanding of sustainable and social responsibilities. We encourage applicants who can demonstrate through their teaching, professional activity, and service, their abilities to contribute to Marist’s identity as an institution that welcomes and embraces diversity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years or more experience in sports media production.
• Two semesters teaching experience in a higher educational setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Working understanding of production tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, AP ENPS, audio production technologies and camera operation.

Essential Functions:

• Design and teach several foundational Sports Communication and Journalism courses (4/4 or 24 credit course load per year).
• Advise Communication students.
• Advise and/or engage with extra-curricular media publications, projects and clubs.
• Participate in the Center for Sports Communication activities
• Aid the Department Chair with program assessment and other projects that enhance the environment for students and colleagues.
• Engage in a variety of service duties, including school and university committee service, curriculum development and assessment, admissions, and community/industry outreach.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ten+ years media production experience.
• Three+ years teaching experience in higher education.
• Ability to teach lecture courses such as Sport, Culture and Communication and Issues in Sports Media.
• A Master’s degree or other graduate degree in a related field.

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, CV, a list of references, and one representative syllabus from a previous stand-alone course that reflects a commitment to diversity and inclusion are required for consideration. Advancing candidates may be asked to provide additional documentation. The deadline for applications is March 21, 2025.

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
• Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
• Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
• University pays 100% tuition only.
• Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The mission of the Marist University Communication Department is to provide a high-quality professional education with a strong liberal arts foundation that will prepare students for careers in the ever-changing mass communication industry. The program is designed to encourage creativity, foster critical and analytical thinking and model practical, real-world experience in order to develop ethical communication innovators that courageously shape our world. The Communication Program features a comprehensive curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Students may choose from 5 concentrations — Advertising, Communication Studies, Journalism, Public Relations and Sports Communication.

The Communication Department is housed in Marist’s School of Communication and the Arts, which prepares students for careers in communication, media, fashion & art practices, building valuable skills that complement a foundation in a liberal arts education. With nationally ranked programs and Centers of Excellence in Sports Communication and Social Media, we foster an inclusive and engaged community of industry experts and research faculty dedicated to student success. We aim to inspire students to become empathetic and ethically responsible professionals with an understanding of the values of community engagement, sustainability, and social responsibility. Marist’s location in the Hudson Valley offers a traditional collegiate experience that is only a train ride away from the rich cultural and professional opportunities New York City has to offer, while our global campus in Florence, Italy gives students the opportunity to expand their world.

We have innovative, undergraduate academic programs in Art and Digital Media, Communication, Fashion, Film and Television, Games and Emerging Media, and Music as well as graduate programs and dual degree programs in Marketing Communication (online).

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Marist is located in Poughkeepsie, NY in the Mid-Hudson Valley.  Poughkeepsie and several nearby communities are ranked among the most diverse in the upstate New York region, with major cultural and recreational attractions as well as easy access to New York City on Amtrak or Metro-North train service.

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating a diverse workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of minorities, women, people with disabilities, and any other protected groups found to be under represented.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist’s policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.

Quicklink to apply: https://careers.marist.edu/cw/en-us/job/493775?lApplicationSubSourceID=

City University of Hong Kong

Assistant Professors/Associate Professors/Professors/Chair Professors

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is one of the world’s leading universities, known for innovation, creativity and research.  We are now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Assistant Professors/Associate Professors/Professors/Chair Professors (on substantiation-track) in all academic fields with special focuses on One Health, Digital Society, Smart City, Matter, Brain, and related interdisciplinary areas.  Research fields of particular interest include, but not limited to:

– biomedical science and engineering
– veterinary science
– computer science and data science
– neuroscience and neural engineering
– bio-statistics and AI-healthcare
– smart/semi-conductor manufacturing
– AI/robotics/autonomous systems
– aerospace and microelectronics engineering
– energy generation and storage
– digital business and innovation management
– fintech and business analytics
– computational social sciences
– digital humanities
– digital and new media
– law and technology
– private law
– healthy, smart and sustainable cities

Successful candidates should have a demonstrated ability to build a world-class research programme related to CityUHK’s strategic research areas, plus a commitment to education and student mentorship.  Candidates must possess a doctorate in their respective field by the time of appointment.

Applications and nominations are invited for:
Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Media and Communication [Ref. R/021/25]

The Department of Media and Communication invites applications and nominations for faculty appointment at the rank of Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor beginning in August/January.

Duties

Teach courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels; supervise research students at master and doctoral levels, conduct high-level and quality research, seek competitive external research funding, develop new research directions when necessary, and develop curriculum and courses.  The appointees will also be assigned to take up administrative duties and other duties to facilitate the development of the Department, College and the University.

Requirements

A PhD in Communication or a closely related field from a globally accredited institution.

To align with the strategic development of the Department, candidates in the following specialised areas will be given a high priority:

1. Strategic Communication – public relations, digital public relations, integrated marketing communication, digital and social media communication, organisational communication, crisis/risk communication, relationship management, conflict resolution, ESG/CSR communication, cross-cultural communication, measurement and evaluation in communication.
2. Visual Communication – visual branding, visual storytelling, visual perception, visual semiotics and visual communication technology.
3. Candidates for this position are expected to teach courses they are comfortable with in either photography, design, visual story-telling, production, or advertising. They may engage in at least a couple of the above research areas.
4. Communication and Technology – information and communication technologies (ICTs), including the adoption, use, content, effects, and policy of ICTs.

Candidates for Professor or above should command a superb record of scholarly achievements, possess an international standing and exert leadership in the field of digital communication.

Candidates for Associate Professor should have an outstanding record of scholarly achievements in both teaching and research, a strong record in attracting competitive research grants and/or academic management expertise.

Candidates for Assistant Professor should have a solid record of, or evidence of high promise for, scholarly achievements in both teaching and research.

The appointees are expected to work well with colleagues.  Preference will be given to those who are willing to teach skills-oriented courses; and possess industrial experience or particular expertise in Journalism, TV Production, Digital Media Planning, Marketing and Strategic Communication, or Social Media Management.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance.  Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable).  Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Department of Media and Communication, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (email: ).

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk, and include a current curriculum vitae.  Nominations can be sent directly to the Department (email: ). Applications and nominations received will be considered until the positions are filled.  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted; and those shortlisted for the post of Assistant Professor will be requested to arrange for at least 2 reference reports sent directly by the referees to the Department, specifying the position applied for.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to the principle of diversity.  Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.

Worldwide recognition ranking #62 (QS 2025) and #78 (THE 2025); #1 in the World’s Most International Universities (THE 2024); Young University Rankings #4 (THE 2024); Asia University Rankings #15 (THE 2024) and #10 (QS 2025)

Western Michigan University

Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication

Digital Media/Interactive Design /User Experience

School of Communication

College of Arts and Sciences

Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication, tenure track, starting August 2026

Position Summary

The School of Communication at Western Michigan University invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track position in digital media, Interactive design, and user experience at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, to begin August 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic program in communication that situates digital media, interactive design, and user experience within a liberal arts curriculum, emphasizing critical thinking to inform student work. Candidates with scholarship that demonstrates a commitment to social justice issues are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Ph.D. Communication, Mass Communication, or relevant discipline (ABDs are eligible for consideration but are required to complete their degree requirements by August 4, 2026). Ideal candidates will provide evidence of strong potential to develop and maintain a nationally recognized program of scholarship and demonstrate the capacity for excellence in teaching. The ideal applicant is a scholar with the desire to teach foundational courses in digital media as well as interactive design, participatory content creation, and user-centered messaging. Preferred qualifications include experience teaching major non-linear editing software in the Macintosh environment (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro), with the ability to adapt to rapid advances in digital video technology. The successful candidate will demonstrate a record of contributions or a commitment to diversity and inclusion in their scholarship, creative activity, teaching, service, and/or student mentoring.

Responsibilities

Candidates will teach digital media, Interactive design, and user experience courses in their area(s) of expertise, engage in curriculum development, participate in departmental and college committees, and develop industry relationships. Other responsibilities include maintaining a nationally recognized research and/or creative activities agenda and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The ability to teach foundational courses is also expected.

General Summary

University

We would like to recognize that Western Michigan University is located on lands historically occupied by Ojibwe, Odawa, and Bodewadmi nations. Please take a moment to acknowledge and honor this ancestral land of the Three Fires Confederacy, the sacred lands of all indigenous peoples and their continued presence.

Western Michigan University (WMU), located in Southwest Michigan, is a vibrant, nationally recognized student-centered research institution with an enrollment of nearly 18,000. WMU delivers high-quality undergraduate instruction, has a strong graduate division, and fosters significant research activities. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has placed WMU among the 93 public institutions in the nation designated as doctoral research universities with high research activities. Western Michigan University is a globally engaged university that promotes success for learners at all levels and stands out among America’s more than 4,600 public and private degree-granting colleges and universities.

This hiring coincides with ongoing anti-racism efforts at the university focused on creating an inclusive environment and equitable structures for hiring, teaching, learning and research. These include the Racial Justice Advisory Committee, which recently made recommendations to address systemic racism on campus, and the president’s Mountaintop Initiative, a $2 million fund to advance these recommendations, as well as other proposals from the WMU community. The university also recently received a $550 million endowed, multi-year Empowering Futures Gift, which will fund many projects and initiatives that aim to break down the barriers created by historic inequities. The Empowering Futures Gift is the largest gift for a public institution of higher education in U.S. history.

INSIGHT into Diversity consistently honors WMU for its outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Ability

Annual employment surveys show that upon graduation, 9 of 10 WMU graduates are employed, with 90% landing positions related to their degree.

Military Times ranks WMU among the best institutions for veterans, and WMU is the only Michigan school to appear on all nine years of its annual Best for Vets list.

WMU operates the nation’s largest and most comprehensive collegiate support program for former foster-care youth and is an international model for teaching, research, learning, and public service related to foster care and higher education.

Washington Monthly ranked WMU first in the state of Michigan for its impact on alumni earnings 10 years after graduation.

Department

The School of Communication at Western Michigan University embraces the philosophy of engaged scholarship – a philosophy that grounds our theory and research in a practical effort to make an impact on our personal relationships, organizations, communities, society, and the global community. We have a nationally recognized master’s program and 18 tenured/tenure-track faculty who have national and international research and creative activity records and who are actively engaged in student mentoring. Our graduate program engages students in public scholarship, providing transparent criteria for student success, and employs the best practices such as teamwork, interdisciplinary approaches, and mentoring. Our undergraduate curriculum serves approximately 400 students in five majors, including Communication Studies; Digital Media and Journalism; Film, Video, and Media Studies; Interpersonal Communication; and Strategic Communication – and 150 students in three minors: Communication, User-Experience/ Human-Computer Interaction (UX/HCI), and Journalism. This position coincides with a $42.3M renovation of Dunbar Hall, which includes a highly visible broadcast production space ideal for live news and sports shows, interviews with visiting scholars, professionals, or alumni, chroma key, photography shoots, or other performance-based activities.

The School of Communication is committed to the University’s strategic direction on inclusive excellence and equity and actively works to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive University culture to ensure social sustainability and accessibility. We strongly encourage applications from candidates in underrepresented groups, including those with physical disabilities, neurological disabilities, as well as multilingual candidates for whom English is not a first language. We seek all candidates who have a passion for inclusion, accessibility, and related themes.

In support of the School of Communication’s commitment to scholarly and creative activity, the successful candidate will enjoy many opportunities to develop their research and/or production activity portfolio. Travel funding will be provided, with support for presenting at conferences, publishing in professional publications, creative activities, and developing leadership experience.

College

The College of Arts and Sciences represents the foundation of learning and the academic heart of WMU. As articulated in the College of Arts and Sciences strategic plan, we are committed to fostering a community of diverse, inclusive, equitable, and globally engaged scholars, learners, and leaders. With 23 departments and interdisciplinary schools and institutes, WMU’s largest college offers a broad range of learning opportunities and career paths for our students. CAS students are among the very top students in the country, having received very competitive awards including Goldwater Fellowships, Udall Scholarships, Boren Fellowships, and Fulbright awards, among others.

Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo is located only two and a half hours by car from Chicago and Detroit and only 45 minutes from the beaches of Lake Michigan. It is in one of Michigan’s designated research corridors, maintaining a strong life sciences/biotech presence and supporting two leading medical centers. With 263,000 people in the greater Kalamazoo area, the community offers an array of cultural events, entertainment, and all-season recreation. The city supports an international keyboard competition and a nationally recognized symphony and has earned a reputation for a vibrant community theatre and visual arts scene. Relatedly, Kalamazoo is committed to social justice, community development and the elimination of generational poverty through its Shared Prosperity Kalamazoo initiative, with structural budgetary support provided by the City of Kalamazoo’s Foundation for Excellence program. Kalamazoo also is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship program offered to all Kalamazoo Public School students that covers up to 100% of tuition and mandatory fees to all Michigan public (and many private) institutions of higher learning.

Compensation

Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, with an excellent benefits package, including participation in TIAA. Opportunities exist to teach in the summer for additional compensation.

Starting Date

August 2026

Applications

Review of applications will begin April 10, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should visit http://www.wmich.edu/hr/jobs to apply. Online applications include:

1. Curriculum vita
2. Letter of application that addresses fulfillment of qualifications and demonstrates skills, knowledge, and/or success in diversity, equity, and inclusion work
3. Three samples of teaching materials (e.g., syllabi, assignments, prepared materials for class)
4. Contact information for three references
5. Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts

Please direct any questions to Andrew Bryant at .

Bentley University

Lecturer, Digital Journalism

Req ID: R0005275

Time Type: Full time

Location: Waltham, MA

Description: Job Description Summary

Bentley University invites applications for a lecturer position in Multimedia Journalism to begin July 1, 2025. The position will teach undergraduate journalism and media courses and be the advisor for the student newspaper and digital media platform, The Bentley Vanguard. The successful candidate will have expertise in the following: news reporting and writing, multimedia production, and social/digital media management. Candidates should be well-versed in the intersections between these areas. Candidates should possess recent work experience in well-established publications, an understanding of the evolving news media landscape, and a dedication to preparing students for an increasingly complex and competitive professional media environment. Teaching or leadership experience is a requirement. Candidates should commit to teaching diverse populations. Teaching load for lecturer positions is 8 courses per year. Bentley is committed to the teacher-scholar model where teaching, scholarship, service and community engagement are expected and valued. We seek qualified faculty who represent diverse backgrounds, interests and talents and share a commitment to high ethical standards and a willingness to embrace challenge and change.

The English and Media Studies (EMS) department offers courses in writing and communication, literature, film, media studies, creative industries studies, and media production. EMS faculty also manage the University’s Writing Center, Media and Culture Lab (MAC Lab), and ESOL Center. The department’s mission is to support student acquisition of critical thinking and communication skills and to educate students to be positive contributing civic members in their communities and beyond.

Bentley University, located in suburban Boston, is an AACSB and NECHE accredited institution that enrolls approximately 5,500 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Bentley is ranked at or near the top in several categories by US News & World Report, including Best Regional Universities North and Most Innovative Schools, with Bloomberg ranking Bentley in the top 20 undergraduate business programs. Bentley’s high graduation and retention rates and top-ranked Pulsifer Career Center reflects a commitment to student success and inclusiveness. With a strong faculty of teacher-scholars, Bentley strives to be a “Force for Good” through the integration of business with the arts and sciences, and a strong emphasis on ethics and social responsibility. Providing a stimulating academic community for faculty, staff, and students, Bentley supports its faculty as they pursue cutting-edge research and bring their expertise and real world understanding into the classroom.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate journalism and media courses, including Introduction to Multimedia Journalism or equivalent courses, including, but not limited to, Reporting the News, Data Journalism, Citizen Journalism, Environmental Journalism or Financial Reporting
• Offer knowledge and experience in multimedia news reporting or production, newsgathering, sourcing and verification, writing for diverse audiences and publications, and imagining the future of journalism.
• Serve as the advisor for the student newspaper and digital media platform, The Bentley Vanguard
• Integrate and develop various media opportunities at The Bentley Vanguard, such as supporting the digital platform with streaming, podcasting, live video, and other content formats
• Participate in department meetings

Qualifications:

• Degree in Journalism, Communication, or related field
• Experience in multimedia storytelling and news reporting
• Ability/willingness to mentor students seeking internships and professional experience
• Prepare and teach courses following approved course descriptions and class schedules, including the development of syllabi and reading lists, as well as update course content and materials to reflect current trends in media
• Demonstrate ability in curriculum development and assessment
• Strong interpersonal, cross-cultural communication skills
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with diverse groups of students, colleagues, and community members
• Culturally sensitive with an understanding and appreciation of a multicultural college community
• Experience in undergraduate teaching preferred
• Experience in advising student publications preferred

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following as part of the application before March 16th, 2025:

• A cover letter
• A resume or CV
• Samples and/or links to your portfolio of professional work and/or teaching materials (syllabi, assignments, published writing, etc.).
• A Teaching Statement, which should include a description of how the faculty member has demonstrated or intends to create and support an inclusive classroom environment

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/WJwzQRU7RjBArcXDEipM4m

Southern Methodist University

Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Journalism

Spring 2025

Position Number 06048

The Division of Journalism invites applications for a non-tenure-track Professor of Practice who will teach beginning and advanced writing and reporting courses. The anticipated teaching workload is four courses per semester and may include other Journalism courses depending on area of expertise. Responsibilities also may include academic advising, committee work, and/or student media advising. The position begins August 2025.

This is a Professional and Teaching faculty position. While it is not eligible for tenure, it has a three-tier promotion path and opportunity for long-term (five-year) contracts which may, at the top rank (Professor of Practice), be renewed annually contingent on job performance. Professional and Teaching faculty’s primary responsibility is teaching, though courses may be substituted by significant service roles. Additional service may include academic advising, recruiting, student mentoring, and other departmental service as needed, and will be negotiated based on teaching load and departmental needs. Creative work and research are not expected, though they may be rewarded.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position include:

• A bachelor’s degree in media, journalism, communications, or related field; and
• University-level teaching experience.

A master’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred. The ideal candidate will possess at least three years of professional media experience in a major market. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Application instructions

To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by March 7, 2025, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Applications should include 1) A cover letter describing relevant experience, teaching philosophy, and reason for interest in the position; 2) a curriculum vitae; and 3) the names and contact information for three references. Applications must be submitted online via Interfolio link http://apply.interfolio.com/163010. For questions about the position and application process, please contact search committee chair Jake Batsell at .

SMU, a private nonsectarian university of roughly 12,000 students, is an inclusive and intellectually diverse community that is dedicated to academic excellence. SMU offers excellent benefits including same-sex domestic partner benefits. Learn more about our programs and beautifully shaded campus of Georgian-Revival-inspired architecture at www.smu.edu. Docusign Envelope ID: F87BBC85-376A-41BA-A9CD-6ED3FCB47456

The Division of Journalism, housed within the Meadows School of the Arts, is home to nearly 200 majors across degree programs in Journalism and Fashion Media, along with specializations in business and sports media. The Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex is a culturally rich arts and global business center, and we take advantage of our location in the nation’s fifth largest media market. Our student media outlets provide opportunities to create professional-level work and develop leadership abilities, and small class sizes allow faculty to know their students and foster personalized instruction and mentorship.

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, .

Butler University

Lecturer, Sports Media

Position Overview

The Eugene S. Pulliam School of Journalism and Creative Media in the College of Communication at Butler University invites applications for a lecturer in Sports Media. The successful candidate will teach primarily entry-level classes in sports production, including Sports Shooting and Editing and Introduction to Studio Production, with the opportunity to engage with experiential learning programs. This full-time, nine-month term faculty member will have an expected start date in August 2025. Teaching loads for lecturers at Butler University are four courses (12 credits) each semester with an expectation service and maintaining creative/professional activities.

 Minimum Qualifications

• An advanced degree (MA, MS) in Communication, Media, Journalism, or a related field (in extraordinary circumstances a Bachelor’s degree and significant professional experience may be considered)
• Potential for successful teaching of undergraduate courses in media production
• Production experience directly related to sports media, media production, television production, news production, or related fields
• Record of professional achievement related to media production
• Excellent written communication skills
• Expressed desire to work with students, faculty, and staff from socially and culturally diverse backgrounds

 Preferred Qualifications

While not everyone may meet all preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Terminal degree in communication, media, or related field (MFA, PhD);
• 5+ years of experience teaching at the college or university level
• Successful experience in the following:
  • working collaboratively with others (e.g., committee service, being part of a production team, co-teaching);
  • working independently (e.g., supervising a production, course development)
• Experience in Live Sports Productions as any of the following:
  • Producer
  • Director
  • Technical Director
  • Replay Operator
  • Audio Operator
  • Camera Operator
  • Graphics Operator
  • Talent (Play-By-Play/Analyst)
• Experience in Sports Newsrooms/Departments as any of the following:
  • Anchor
  • Reporter (MMJ)
  • Videographer
  • Editor
  • Producer
  • Director
• Demonstrated successful experience teaching undergraduate media production courses
• Experience connecting and collaborating with media industry professionals on the local, regional, and/or national levels
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Effective oral communication skills
• Effective classroom management skills

To apply, candidates must submit:

1. A letter of application outlining qualifications, a teaching philosophy, and experience with/commitment to teaching a diverse student body
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Contact information for three references, at least two of whom can speak to your ability or promise as an instructor

To be considered, please apply directly to the posting on Butler University’s career site. Materials should be addressed to: Margaretha Geertsema-Sligh, SPM Search Committee Chair, College of Communication, Butler University, 4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208. Please direct any search inquiries to Margaretha Geertsema-Sligh, . Review of applications will begin March 22, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.  

If interested, please apply here.

About the College of Communication 

The College of Communication enrolls approximately 550 students across its 8 majors and online graduate program in Strategic Communication. CCOM is a dynamic and forward-thinking college that seeks to create an inclusive learning environment with a student-focused approach.  Butler offers generous financial support for creative works, innovations in curricular development, and travel to present for domestic and international conferences. Additional information about the University and the College can be found at www.butler.edu. Opportunities and support are available for engaging in work contributing to university-wide initiatives in Social Justice and Diversity, the Indianapolis Community Requirement, and Global Historical Studies.

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder’s College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University means so much more than a job. Join the dedicated, innovative, and supportive community of faculty and staff that is moving Butler Beyond.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.