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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.

Hamline U Job Ad: Global Engagement Center (Minnesota)

Associate Director, Global Engagement Center
Hamline University
St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
Posted 10/11/2016; open until filled
Posting Number: 2014181

Job Description Summary
The primary purpose of the Associate Director position is to assist the Director of the Global Engagement Center and the University with the development and assessment of its global initiatives. This position also includes the supervision of the day-to-day activities of the Center and the staff.

Representative Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop and execute of a wide range services which will lead to an increase in Study Away programs, international student recruitment, international scholars and additional global initiatives.
• Assist in the development and management of budget operations.
• Supervise, motivate and retain Global Engagement Center staff.
• Establish priorities for staff and conduct annual reviews.
• Develop policies and procedures for Study Away activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new collaborations furthering the purpose of the Global Engagement Center.
• Create and implement a new learning outcomes and assessment rubric in collaboration with CLOA.
• Work closely with academic units across the University to develop and implement new intercultural collaborations within the Twin Cities Area.
• Co-chair the Community Global Advisory Board of the Global Engagement Center.
• Manage the update and roll-out of new Global Engagement Center branding.
• Monitor progress and manage projects assigned to the Global Engagement Center to ensure they are on track, both in terms of quality, budget, and timeliness, keeping director and others well informed.
• Maintain and up-to-date “inventory” of globalization-related recourses and programs available to the campus community.
• Interface with the professional development and leadership services offered by the Forum, NAFSA, Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, Overseas Citizens Advisory Committee, etc.
• Manage the development of web-based resources for globalization, including working with faculty, staff and students as requested.
• On-call duties for all Study Away emergencies, both on or off campus.
• Articulate student transcripts from educational institution abroad.
• Act as a back-up for SEVIS (F-1 and J-1 visas).
• All other duties as requested.

Required Knowledge, Skills and abilities
• Experience and sensitivity working with students from diverse backgrounds, ability to work with students in crisis.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and decision-making abilities as reflected in the ability to remain calm in crisis situations; handle matters confidentially; and exercise discretion with sensitive topics.
• Thorough research and analytical skills as reflected in the ability to elicit pertinent quantitative and qualitative data from various sources, identifying key factors, trends and issues of concern.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and persuasively both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences, including exceptional public speaking and presentation skills.
• Experience developing and delivering training materials and programs.
• Ability to establish effective collaborations and partnerships between stakeholders with competing interests.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational ability to balance conflicting interests, prioritize assignments, and coordinate multiple projects and people simultaneously.
• Ability to analyze complex and fast changing information about political, economic, cultural, and social context of risk, summarize possible implications, and make recommendations for action.
• Proficiency with various information technology tools including data management, web content management, and spreadsheets.
• Be familiar and comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and exercise best practices with regard to the maintenance of confidential student information.General knowledge of basic travel insurance coverage provisions.
• Ability to use study abroad software applications (such as Studio Abroad).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Google Apps, Banner and Crystal reporting.

Minimum Education/Experience
• Must be a U.S. permanent resident or citizen per Department of Homeland Security Requirements.
• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of professional experience in a leadership and supervisory role within higher education.
• Three (3) years professional experience making decisions in crisis situations or decisions related to confidential information.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally.
• Must be able to work an on-call schedule and respond in emergency situations. Evenings and weekend work is required.

Preferred Education/Experience
Experience living, studying or working abroad for a minimum of three (3) months.
• Five (5) years professional experience related to budget development and management.
• One (1) year experience with study abroad software applications (such as Studio Abroad).

Required Licensure/Certification/Registration
• Must have a valid US Passport

U Hawaii Manoa Job Ad: Intercultural Communication

Assistant Professor (Relational, Interpersonal, or Intercultural Communication) at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa

The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, Department of Communicology, invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure track, assistant professor position to begin August 1, 2017, pending position clearance and availability of funds. (Position Number: 0082237)

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Teach required and elective courses according to departmental needs;
2. Serve on and direct graduate committees;
3. Produce quantitative research leading to referred publications;
4. Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in Communication or clearly related discipline (ABD will be considered);
2. Research program demonstrating theory-based quantitative approach to the study of human communication;
3. Research program in the area of relational communication, interpersonal communication, or intercultural communication;
4. Demonstrated ability to produce publishable quantitative research;
5. University teaching experience in relational communication, interpersonal communication, or intercultural communication.

Desirable Qualifications
1. Demonstrated high scholarly potential;
2. Demonstrated high quality teaching potential;
3. Record of participation in service activities;
4. Advanced training in quantitative research methodology;
5. Ability to direct graduate teaching assistants and teach a multi-section, mass lecture course;
6. Strong communication and organizational skills.

To Apply:
Send letter of application, current vita, evidence of research and teaching effectiveness, academic transcripts (copies are acceptable but official transcripts required at the time of hire), and three letters of reference (referees should send their letters directly) to: Dr. Jessica Gasiorek, Search Committee Chair, at gasiorek[at]hawaii.edu via UH FileDrop Service with the expiration timer for the file upload set to 7 days (preferred). Electronic submissions only. Application materials become the property of the University of Hawaii at Manoa and will not be returned.

Review of applications will begin on October 27, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration please apply before this date.

The University of Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaii may be viewed at: http://ope.ed.gov/security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Saveetha U Job Ad: Dean of International Affairs (India)

Dean – International Affairs
Saveetha University
Expires: 31st October 2016

Position Summary
Saveetha University seeks to appoint a Dean for International Affairs at Saveetha University, Chennai, T.N, India.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide university-wide leadership to various areas in order to internationalize the University including research, outreach, culture, diversity, curriculum, partnerships, grants, and entrepreneurial activities.
• Provide direct supervision to international affairs staff and coordinate with other supervisors regarding dual reporting roles.
• Establish an action plan to implement strategic initiatives and international activities.
• Communicate and collaborate with various internal and external constituents.• Represent the university in dealings with foreign partners and manage relationship with foreign partners.
• Represent the university to agencies on matters relating to International Affairs; seek grants and resources from external agencies to fulfill the university’s vision.
• Create collaborative programs pertaining to international student and their issues
• Attend and be visible/present in events/programs on campus that are relevant to international student and their issues
• Outreach to other student organization, academic colleges and administrative areas addressing similar issues including, but not limited to, Diversity Development, Intercultural Student Services, the Cultural Resource Centers, University Housing and Dining Services related to international students and faculties.
• Be a student advocate for international affairs and strive to create a safe, open environment
• Work closely with the Directors of Government Relations issues and policies concerning international students in higher education.
• Conduct research projects, such as surveys, petitions and focus groups in order to gather student concerns and interests.

Education & Experience Requirements
• Phd. from any discipline related to Engineering, Technology, Health Science, Law & Management.
• Should have served as Senior Faculty for minimum of 10 yrs. in a reputed University.
• Should have exposed to international academic societies and culture.
• Should be able to best represent the university to international communities, students and faculty members in line with the goals of the university.
• Should be a person with universal personalities including rich interpersonal skills, understanding on different cultures and people from different ethnic origins and international legal frameworks related to academics.

Interested persons may send in their detailed C.V to:
The Registrar, Saveetha University, 162 Poonamallee High Road, Chennai – 600 077
Email: registrar[at]saveetha.com

U Coimbra 3 Job Ads: Creative Tourism (Portugal)

The Centre for Social Studies (CES) at the University of Coimbra has launched calls for 3 employment opportunities as part of the research project “CREATOUR: Creative Tourism Destination Development in Small Cities and Rural Areas / Desenvolver Destinos de Turismo Criativo em Cidades de Pequena Dimensão e Áreas Rurais“:
– Contratação de um/a Gestor/a de Projetos de Investigação
– Research Fellowship
– Post-Doctoral Position

Deadline for applications: 28th October 2016

CREATOUR is an incubator/demonstration and multidisciplinary research initiative, supporting collaborative research processes. The three-year project aims to connect the cultural/creative and tourism sectors through the development of an integrated research and application approach to catalyzing creative tourism in small cities and rural areas.

CREATOUR involves five research centres working with a range of cultural/creative organizations and other stakeholders located in small cities across Portugal in the Norte, Centro, Alentejo and Algarve regions. The project is informed by theoretical and methodological approaches from cultural/creative sector development, tourism, and regional development. It is organized using the key dimensions of support to enhance value for creative sector development [OECD 2014] as a framework: 1) build knowledge and capacity, 2) support content development and link creativity to place, and 3) strengthen network and cluster formation.

Its overall objective is to develop and pilot an integrated approach and research agenda for creative tourism in small cities and rural areas in Portugal, developing strong links within and amongst regions. The project aims to develop a sustainable creative tourism sector to boost tourism in these areas as well as to contribute meaningfully to local cultural vibrancy and holistic development in pilot communities. Building on a twofold approach, CREATOUR intertwines Theory and Experimentation, combining multidisciplinary theoretical and methodological frameworks, cultural mapping, and benchmarking exercises with the development of an array of Pilots, or creative tourism case studies.

CREATOUR combina atividades de investigação e demonstração na construção de uma abordagem integrada ao turismo criativo em cidades de pequena e média dimensão em Portugal. O projeto pretende desenvolver uma abordagem integrada e pilotar uma agenda de investigação centradas no turismo criativo em pequenas cidades e áreas rurais, fortalecendo ligações dentro e entre regiões portuguesas. O projeto alia teoria e experimentação, combinando referenciais teóricos e metodológicos multidisciplinares, mapeamento cultural, e exercícios de benchmarking com a análise de estudos de caso de turismo criativo. Neste contexto, o projeto CREATOUR visa produzir recomendações políticas, dando especial atenção à interação em cluster e à colaboração em rede.

Este projeto é uma iniciativa de investigação multidisciplinar com o formato de demonstração baseada em processos colaborativos, coordenado pelo CES, terá e tendo como parceiros o Centro Interdisciplinar de História, Culturas e Sociedades da Universidade de Évora, o Centro de Investigação sobre o Espaço e as Organizações da Universidade do Algarve, o DINÂMIA’CET-IUL, Centro de Estudos Sobre a Mudança Socioeconómica e o Território do ISCTE-IUL e o Laboratório de Paisagens, Património e Território da Universidade do Minho.

London School of Economics Job Ads: Media & Comm (UK)

Professor in Media and Communications
London School of Economics and Political Science – Department of Media and Communications
Closes: 24th October 2016

Applications are invited for the post of full Professor in the Department of Media and Communications.

LSE’s Department of Media and Communications has expanded rapidly since its formation in 2003 and is internationally known for its distinctive interdisciplinary approach to the field of media and communications, primarily based in the social sciences, but also open to humanities perspectives. The Department was ranked first in the UK’s 2014 Research Excellence Framework and third in the QS 2016 world university rankings.

As the field of media and communications continues to transform and expand rapidly, we wish to appoint an outstanding academic with a track-record of critical and reflexive research and a strong intellectual vision for the field’s future development. We welcome applications from anywhere in the world by researchers with specialisms from anywhere within the interdisciplinary field of media, communications or cultural research. We particularly welcome applications from those with expertise that contributes to understanding the social, political, economic and/or cultural dimensions of social and technological change in today’s complex mediated environment.

The successful candidate will not only be capable of contributing to the Department’s research leadership but also to its teaching and strategic planning and its commitment to equity and fairness. S/he will be available to act as Head of Department by 1 September 2017, after the current Head of Department, Professor Nick Couldry, steps down at the end of his term.

The other criteria that will be used when shortlisting for this post can be found in the person specification which is attached to this vacancy on the LSE’s online recruitment system.

To apply for this post, please click here. If you have any queries about applying on the online system, or require an alternative format for the application, please e-mail hr.jobs[at]lse.ac.uk.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 24 October 2016 (23.59 UK time). We are unable to accept any late applications.

Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 12 December 2016.

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Assistant Professor in Media and Communications
London School of Economics and Political Science – Department of Media and Communications
Closes: 10th November 2016

Applications are invited from outstanding candidates in the field of media and communications. Applicants should demonstrate research excellence and a commitment to developing critical ways to theorise and research empirically the relationships between media and communications technologies and the social world. We welcome applications from anywhere in the world by researchers with specialisms from anywhere within the interdisciplinary field of media, communications or cultural research. We particularly welcome applications from those with expertise that contributes to understanding the social, political, economic and/or cultural dimensions of social and technological change in today’s complex mediated environment.

You will have (or will have obtained by the post start-date) a PhD in a relevant discipline. You will also have a proven record of outstanding research published in top journals and/or with leading book publishers, or evidence that such a record is being developed.

You will also demonstrate the ability to teach on a range of courses currently on offer within the Department of Media & Communications and to contribute to areas not currently covered.

The other criteria that will be used when shortlisting for this post can be found in the person specification which is attached to this vacancy on the LSE’s online recruitment system.

To apply for this post, please click here. If you have any queries about applying on the online system, or require an alternative format for the application, please e-mail hr.jobs[at]lse.ac.uk.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 10 November 2016 (23.59 UK time). We are unable to accept any late applications.

Interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 16 January 2017.

LSE values diversity and strives to promote equality at all levels: we particularly welcome applications from ethnic minorities.

U Central Lancashire Job Ad: International Business Communication (UK)

Lecturer in International Business Communication
University of Central Lancashire – School of Language and Global Studies
Closes: 16th October 2016
Interview Date: week commencing the 31^st of October

The School of Language and Global Studies wishes to recruit a Lecturer in International Business Communication to lead and teach a number of undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Business English, intercultural communication and related business and management studies on its successful and popular undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. In addition, the successful applicant will be responsible for undertaking research, module/course development and management and providing pastoral and academic support to students.

Substantial recent experience of teaching Business English, business/management subjects and/or intercultural communication is essential, as is experience of curriculum design and innovative development in language education.

A good honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, initial TEFL qualification (certificate level or above) and an MA in Business English/Applied Linguistics, Business, Management or a related field are essential. Ideally the successful applicant will have a PhD (or near completion) in a related field or equivalent research experience.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate administrative precision and a successful record of working to deadlines, well-developed IT skills and a proven ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. This position is based in Preston.

Please apply online via www.uclan.ac.uk/jobs or by contacting Human Resources on 01772 892324 quoting the reference number. CVs will not be considered unless accompanied by a completed application form.

U Nottingham Job Ad: Linguistics & Professional Communication (UK)

Research Fellow in Linguistics and Professional Communication
University of Nottingham, English Department
Closing Date: Friday, 14th October 2016

We are seeking to appoint a Research Fellow in Linguistics and Professional Communication. This is a 2.5 year fixed-term post (1 October 2016 – 31 March 2019) funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), with funding fully guaranteed for the full 2.5 year term. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established research cluster and business unit, Linguistic Profiling for Professionals (LiPP), in the Centre for Research in Applied Linguistics (CRAL), School of English at the University of Nottingham’s UK Campus.

The successful candidate will play a key role in research and business engagement as part of a 10.1 million ERDF grant, Enabling Innovation. This project involves a series of innovative business engagement initiatives with local businesses based in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant area prior to taking up the post. Expertise in one or more of the following areas would be a distinct advantage: The sociolinguistics of the workplace, business communication, organisational communication, linguistic pragmatics. The ability to analyse data using corpus linguistics software and/or eye-tracking technology is desirable, though not essential. Previous experience of working in industry or with different stakeholders outside of academia would be an advantage.

The interview process will include a short research presentation and a formal interview.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Louise Mullany, louise.mullany[at]nottingham.ac.uk

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Guildhall School Job Ad: Int’l Partnership & Project Manager (China)

International Partnership and Project Manager (China)
Guildhall School of Music & Drama
Closes: 14th October 2016

Applications are invited for the post of International Partnership and Project Manager (China). The post holder will work initially to the Principal as part of the School’s developing internationalisation strategy. The post holder will have overall responsibility for managing all aspects of the School’s operations in China at both strategic and operational levels, with a specific responsibility to build management systems and capability to support the ongoing delivery of Sino-UK academic and artistic partnerships. The School delivers a number of projects in tandem with other providers in London, Shanghai and Beijing and the post holder will be responsible for liaison with those partners, both in the UK and in China.

The post requires a high level of academic attainment (preferably at least to Master’s level), fluency in English and Mandarin, a good knowledge of the performing arts, extensive project management experience in both the UK and China, a high level of intercultural sensitivity and excellent advocacy and diplomacy skills.

The post is available as soon as possible, for a fixed term of two years.

Closing date for applications is Midday on Friday 14 October 2016. Please note that late applications will not be accepted. To apply online please visit www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/jobs

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting reference number GS311. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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