Category: Job Ads

Dominican University Job Ad: Intercultural Communication

Assistant Professor, Corporate Communication at Dominican University

The Dominican University Communication Arts and Sciences Department is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor of Corporate Communication to begin fall 2017. The successful applicant will supervise the undergraduate discipline, work with long-time adjuncts, and build on links forged with Dominican’s Brennan School of Business, ELS language service and other stakeholders. We desire a specialist in communication between and among individuals and groups within organizations and external publics.

Classes would include:
*Organizational communication,
*Intercultural communication and
*Interpersonal communication.

The successful applicant could supplement these core skills with strengths in strategic communication, leadership and communication technology in organizations.

As a member of the CAS department, the successful applicant would also advise students and contribute to the department’s basic courses, such as Introduction to Communication Theory and Practice, Public Speaking, and the Departmental Capstone. The course load is three courses per semester.

The successful application would have the opportunity to revise the discipline to meet current and future demands of the fast-changing corporate world. We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Ph.D. in hand preferred.

Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an enrollment of about 3,600 students.

To Apply:
Applicants must submit online. Please provide the following application materials:
~cover letter that outlines qualifications for the position.
~curriculum vitae
~teaching philosophy statement
~recent teaching evaluations (please submit as “other”)
~recent writing sample

Official transcripts and letters of recommendation will be required of finalists; submission instructions will be provided to applicants as necessary.

For consideration for interviews at the National Communication Association convention applications must be received by Nov. 1. Other applications must be received by Dec. 1

Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a diverse faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment.  We look forward to a diverse pool of applicants who bring varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.  Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

 

U Virginia Job Ad: Media & African or African-American Studies

Assistant/Associate Professor of Media Studies at University of Virginia

The Department of Media Studies at the University of Virginia seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor. We welcome applicants specializing in media and the African American experience or media and African and/or African Diaspora studies, with a preference given to those in the first area. The appointment begins with the fall term of 2017, with an anticipated start date of July 25, 2017. The successful candidate at the assistant professor level must have a Ph.D or be ABD with expected completion by May; show evidence of research promise in the field of media studies; and demonstrate a commitment to innovative and effective teaching. Associate professor candidates must have an outstanding publication record of innovative research in media studies and proven teaching excellence. In either case, the successful candidate must hold a Ph.D at the time of appointment.

This position is part of a larger University of Virginia hiring initiative in the Global South that seeks to foster inter-disciplinary and cross-disciplinary teaching and research. The candidate hired will be appointed for the first two years as an Andrew W. Mellon Fellow with the Institute of Humanities and Global Cultures, an appointment that will provide one course release per year.

To apply, candidates must submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs@UVA, search for posting number 0619561, and electronically attach the following: a cover letter of interest that describes research agenda and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Also, separately by e-mail, please arrange for three (3) confidential letters of recommendation that speak to research excellence be sent to: Professor Aniko Bodroghkozy, Search Committee Chair at this address: mediastudiessearch[at]gmail.com

For priority consideration, please submit all application materials and letters of reference by November 1, 2016. The position remains open until filled. Questions regarding the application process may be sent to the Search Committee Chair: ab4vs[at]virginia.edu

The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

U Utah Asia Job Ad (South Korea)

Lecturer Position in Communication (non-tenure track) at University of Utah

The University of Utah’s Department of Communication seeks a lecturer for its Utah Asia Campus (UAC) to commence January 1, 2017.  Depending on experience, appointment may be at the assistant, associate, or professor-lecturer level.  The teaching load is 4 courses or sections per semester.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. (A.B.D. considered) in communication and experience with US higher education.  Excellent teaching ability is required.  All courses are taught in English.  Housing for US citizens will be provided by the IGC (Incheon Global Campus).

Two programs in communication, strategic communication and journalism, are offered at the UAC.  Strengths in one of these two areas is most desirable, but abilities to teach outside these areas is also desirable.  Core courses at the UAC include Analysis of Argument, Principles of Public Speaking, Introduction to News Writing, Theoretical Perspectives in Communication, Intercultural Communication, Introduction to Media Business & Ethics, Visual Communication, Digital Journalism, Video Production, Principles of Advertising, Cross Cultural Documentary, Communication, Visual Editing, Strategic Communication Theory & Practice, Magazine Writing, Mass Communication Law, PR Cases & Campaigns, and Media Ethics.  Other, more “elective” communication courses are taught as well.

Established in 2014, the UAC has a growing presence in Songdo, South Korea.  A new building, solely for the University of Utah on the Incheon Global Campus, was occupied this year.  Built on reclaimed land, the campus is 30 minutes from Incheon International Airport, a major gateway and transportation hub for East Asia.  Seoul may be reached by bus, subway, or taxi, and is less than an hour away by car.

Formal review of applications will begin November 15 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a cover letter highlighting teaching experiences and credentials; a CV; a writing sample; evidence of teaching excellence; and a list of three references that includes contact information.  To apply click here.  Questions about the position may be directed to Kent A. Ono, Department Chair and Search Committee Chair, at Kent.Ono[at]Utah.edu.

The Department of Communication is committed to removing barriers that have been traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups; strives to recruit faculty who will further enhance our diversity; and makes every attempt to support their academic, professional, and personal success while they are here. The University of Utah recognizes that a diverse faculty benefits and enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, status as a person with a disability, genetic information, or Protected Veteran status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University’s nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365. Full benefits are provided for both same sex and different sex couples. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Tulane University: 2 Job Ads

POSITION 1: Assistant Professor in Race, Ethnicity, and Media at Tulane University

The Department of Communication at Tulane University invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor rank focusing on race and/or ethnicity and the ways it structures the production, distribution and/or consumption in U.S. media industries and institutions. We are especially interested in qualified applicants whose research addresses intersectionality, critical ethnic studies, television and technological convergence, and/or political economy. We encourage scholars who can teach the critical analysis of media to apply.

POSITION 2: Assistant Professor in Transnational identities and digital media studies at Tulane University

The Department of Communication at Tulane University invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor rank focusing on the cultural-political implications of digital media in global contexts. We are especially interested in qualified applicants whose research addresses intersections of cultural identities, new media, and social/political formations. Possible areas include the role of digital and new media in political struggles, postcoloniality, populism, mobile communication, social networking, technological affordances, and/or cultural production. We encourage scholars who can teach fieldwork methods to apply.

FOR BOTH POSITIONS:

Qualified candidates for this position will hold a PhD degree in Communication or a related field by May 2017. Candidates should submit a letter or application, a curriculum vitae, three recommendation letters, and two writing samples (articles, papers or chapters). Whenever applicable, candidates should submit up to two syllabi of courses taught and teaching evaluations. Questions can be directed to Dr. Vicki Mayer (vmayer[at]tulane.edu), Chair of the Search Committee. Review of applications will begin 7 November 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. All application materials should be submitted online.

Tulane University is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action/persons with disabilities/veterans employer committed to excellence through diversity. Tulane will not discriminate against individuals with disabilities or veterans. All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

Université de Montréal 2 Job Ads: International/Intercultural Communication and Rhetoric (Canada)

Université de Montréal
Département de communication
Faculté des arts et des sciences

POSITION 1:

Assistant or Associate professor in International and/or Intercultural Communication

The Département de communication is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in International and/or Intercultural Communication.  Candidates situating their work in the perspectives of globalisation, postcolonial and/or subaltern studies are also welcome to apply.

Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will be expected to teach at all three levels of the curriculum, supervise graduate students, engage in ongoing research and publication, and contribute to the academic life and reputation of the University.

Requirements
– Ph.D. in Communication or in a related field.
– Evidence of dynamism and creativity in teaching and pedagogy.
– Candidates are expected to demonstrate how their research contributes debates within international and/or intercultural communication studies.
– Proficiency in the French language

POSITION 2: Assistant Professor in journalism studies at University of Montreal
The Département de communication is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in journalism studies.

Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will be expected to teach at all three levels of the curriculum, supervise graduate students, engage in ongoing research and publication, and contribute to the academic life and reputation of the University.

Requirements
– Ph.D. in communication, or in a related field.
– Evidence of dynamism and creativity in teaching and pedagogy.
– Candidates are expected to demonstrate how their research contributes debates within journalism studies.
– Proficiency in the French language

FOR BOTH POSITIONS

Linguistic Policy: The Université de Montréal is a Québec University with an international reputation. French is the language of instruction. To renew its teaching faculty, the University is intensively recruiting the world’s best specialists. In accordance with the institution’s language policy, the Université de Montréal provides support for newly-recruited faculty to attain proficiency in French.

Starting Date: On or after June 1st, 2017.

Constitution of application
— The application must include the following documents:
– a cover letter
– a curriculum vitæ
– copies of recent publications and research
– evidence of teaching effectiveness
– a statement of research interests
– a statement of teaching interests
— Three letters of recommendation are also to be sent directly to the department chair by the referees.

Deadline
Application and letters of recommendation must be sent to the chair of the communication department by November 7, 2016 at the following address:
M. Thierry Bardini, directeur
Département de communication
Faculté des arts et des sciences
Université de Montréal
C. P. 6128, succursale Centre-ville
Montréal (QC) H3C 3J7

Application and letters of recommendation can also be sent by e-mail to the following address: thierry.bardini[at]umontreal.ca.

Equal Access Employment Program
Université de Montréal promotes diversity in its workforce and encourages members of visible and ethnic minorities as well as women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and people of all sexual orientations  and gender identities to apply.

Immigration Requirements
We invite all qualified candidates to apply. However, in accordance with immigration requirements in Canada, please note that priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

 

Indiana U East Job Ad: Intercultural Communication

Assistant Professor in Communication Studies (Intercultural Communication, Cultural Studies, and/or Relational Communication) at Indiana University East

Job Description
Indiana University East, Richmond, IN, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Communication Studies, specializing in Intercultural Communication, Cultural Studies, and/or Relational Communication, to begin August 2017. The Department offers online and in-person courses towards Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communication Studies and seeks candidates committed to high-quality undergraduate teaching. In addition to teaching undergraduate courses, a successful candidate will conduct research, mentor students in professional development, and participate in department and campus level service. Candidates are expected to contribute to the expansion of unique undergraduate experiences for students. Tenure-track faculty will design innovative face-to-face and online courses. The teaching load will be 3/3 annually with a possibility of summer teaching if desired. There is potential for future opportunities to teach graduate courses with this position. Learn more about the Department of Communication Studies.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities include:
–       Teach courses offered online and in-person, including beginning and advanced undergraduate courses, such as Intercultural, Nonverbal, and/or additional courses, such as Organizational Communication, Communication and Conflict, or other courses in the program based on faculty expertise and departmental needs.
–       Communicate subject matter clearly, correctly and effectively. Use methods, materials, and technology appropriate to the subject matter.
–       Maintain an active program of research and scholarship.
–       Manage the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school and campus academic policies.
–       Demonstrate the ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse populations within the university and community.

Qualifications:
–       A Doctoral degree in Communication Studies or relevant field is required. Advanced ABD will be considered.
–       One or more (1+) years’ experience in a wide variety of online and traditional courses is required.
–       Commitment to high-quality undergraduate teaching.

To Apply:
Please send a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae, and contact information of three professional references. The letter of application should identify applicant’s area of expertise, address his or her commitment to teaching excellence, include his or her online teaching expertise, and explain his or her research agenda. Interested applicants should submit materials via the Indiana University Application System. Review of applications will begin November 1st, and will continue until the position is filled. The department plans to hold informational interviews at the annual National Communication Association convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 11th, 2016.

Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status. This institution is also a provider of ADA services.

Henderson State U Job Ad: Intercultural Communication

Assistant or Associate Professor of Communication
Henderson State University (Arkansas)
Nine-month tenure track appointment beginning August 2017

Description:
Teaching responsibilities will include a variety of communication courses, such as Organizational Communication, Intercultural Communication, or Research Methods. The position requires excellence in teaching and advising, research and publication, and service to the University including committee assignments.

Qualifications:
Henderson State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a significant commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty, staff and students. In pursuit of this commitment, the department seeks an individual strongly invested in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment. Applicants should have a doctorate in Communication from an accredited institution of higher education, or be ABD with a firm defense date. The ideal candidate will have a record of excellence in teaching at the college level and potential for an ongoing scholarly research and publication.  Expertise in quantitative research methods is desirable.

The University:
Henderson is located in Arkadelphia, a charming community of 11,000 situated one hour south of Little Rock on Interstate 30. Nestled in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains, the community is home to two universities, a strong public school system, a thriving medical community, two recreational rivers, DeGray Lake Resort State Park, and is approximately 30 miles from historic Hot Springs National Park. Visit http://www.arkadelphiaalliance.com or http://www.arkadelphiaschools.org for more information about the community.

Application:
Applicants should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, three current letters of recommendation, and unofficial transcripts via email in PDF format to Randy Duncan, Search Committee Chair, at duncanr[at]hsu.edu

Review of applications will commence Oct. 31, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. The applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening including criminal background check. New hires are also required to submit official transcripts.

U Technology Sydney Job Ad: Visual Communication Design (Australia)

Professor, Visual Communication Design
University of Technology Sydney – School of Design
Closes: 31st October 2016

Job Summary
UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.

The UTS School of Design is recruiting for a Professor with a strong research record in Visual Communication Design to play a directorial and leadership role and provide intellectual definition of emerging academic practices within the discipline.

Detailed Description
As part of UTS’s innovative and vibrant Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building (DAB), you will join the UTS School of Design led by Professor Lawrence Wallen. The School again climbed the QS World University Rankings by Subject to 31 in 2016. The School of Design offers an engaged and critical design culture with a practice-based, studio-led approach supported by interdisciplinary collaboration. Renowned for its creativity, research profile, international focus, industry engagement and state-of-the-art facilities, the School forms a dynamic community of students, lecturers, researchers and practitioner’s. You will have the opportunity to engage in exploratory practice while working alongside recognised design leaders with strong networks and partnerships on the global stage.

As a Professor, Visual Communication Design you will take on an academic leadership role that will foster a culture that values critical thinking, creative practice and practice-led teaching. You will be expected to lead a dynamic dialogue between theory and practice that underpins studio based teaching in both the School and the discipline while maintaining an active practice and relevant research profile that includes acquiring research and project funding.

Further you will represent the discipline in the wider community by fostering, promoting and developing links with industry, government and professional bodies.

You will supervise Higher Degree Research students and contribute to the development of new supervisors through co-supervision and mentoring.

Remuneration
Base Salary Range: $176,712 pa (Level E).

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary. Employee benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

How To Apply
Prior to commencing your application for IRC84685, please review the Position Statement (scroll to the bottom of the page) and the relevant selection criteria (last page of the document), which you are required to address in your submission in a separate document.

Please note that only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.

Specific enquiries regarding this opportunity may be directed to Professor Lawrence Wallen on lawrence.wallen[at]uts.edu.au.

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment[at]uts.edu.au

Missouri State U Job Ad: Conflict/Dispute Resolution

The Department of Communication at Missouri State University, in Springfield, Missouri, seeks applications and nominations for an Assistant Professor of Communication, tenure eligible, beginning August 2017. This position will support an undergraduate and graduate conflict program that has a thriving Center for Dispute Resolution.

The Department of Communication at Missouri State University is one of seven departments in the College of Arts and Letters, and one of two departments in the School of Communication Studies.  It includes 24 full-time faculty members and offers majors and options in communication studies, organizational, interpersonal, intercultural, health, rhetoric, public relations, socio-political communication, and speech and theatre education, an undergraduate and graduate certificate in conflict and dispute resolution, a master’s program in communication, and an Applied Communication in Master of Science in Administrative Studies.  The department serves approximately 500 undergraduates and 100 graduate students in the various programs.  The nationally recognized Holt V. Spicer Debate Forum and the Center for Dispute Resolution operate under the auspices of the department.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Communication Studies; ABD considered with completion of degree by December 31, 2017; evidence of potential for significant scholarship and teaching effectiveness; Applicants should specialize in conflict and be able to contribute in interpersonal communication, small group communication, family communication, communication theory, or research methods. Applicants must have a focused research agenda and be able to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in face to face and online contexts.

Duties: Teaching, scholarship, and service (including student advisement) to the university in relation to one’s field of expertise.

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

Consideration of applications begins October 31, 2016 and continues until position is filled.

Employment will require a criminal background check at the University’s Expense. Please apply online. Upload a letter of application, vitae, copies of transcripts, three letters of reference, and supporting materials (e.g., samples of scholarship, evidence of teaching excellence). Direct all inquiries to Dr. Shawn Wahl, Department Head, Department of Communication, Missouri State University, at shawnwahl[at]missouristate.edu.