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Santa Clara University job ad

Assistant Professor of Strategic Communication
Santa Clara University, CA

The Department of Communication at Santa Clara University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in strategic communication to begin in Fall 2016. We particularly value candidates whose research and teaching address strategic communication in non-profit, government, or NGO (non-governmental organization) sectors in US or global contexts, and who have expertise on environmental, health, social justice, or science and technology issues. Consistent with the department and university’s mission, we wish to emphasize the study and practice of strategic communication informed by attention to ethics and cultural sensitivity, and  that contributes to building a more sustainable, just, and humane world. The new faculty member will teach advanced courses in her/his area of specialty, a senior capstone course, and courses in at least one of the following areas of departmental need: introduction to mass communication, technology and communication, and/or quantitative or qualitative research methods. Preference will be given to candidates who are interested in qualifying one or more of their advanced courses for the following areas of the university’s core curriculum: science, technology, and society; civic engagement; experiential learning for social justice; or diversity.

Candidates should demonstrate promise in scholarly research, including the ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals, as well as evidence of successful teaching. The completion of a Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related discipline is required by the time of appointment. Competitive salary and benefits package; housing assistance program is available. Faculty members are teaching scholars who balance a commitment to excellent teaching with active programs of scholarship. A full-time teaching load is 2 courses per quarter. Maintaining an active research program is required, along with undergraduate advising, mentoring, and service responsibilities.

For full job advertisement (including submission instructions) and to apply, please visit the SCU online jobs portal.  Applications are due by October 1, 2015.

Email queries to search committee chair Dr. Justin P. Boren. Please visit the department website for information about our faculty and program.

About Santa Clara University
Santa Clara University is a comprehensive Jesuit, Catholic university located in California’s Silicon Valley, offering its 8,000 students rigorous undergraduate curricula in arts and sciences, business, and engineering, plus master’s Ph.D., and law degrees. Distinguished by the highest retention rate and ranked second among all mater’s universities in the West by U.S. News and World Report, Santa Clara University is California’s oldest operating institution of higher-education. The University is focused on creating an academic community that educates citizens and leaders who build a more just, humane, and sustainable world.

Santa Clara University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women, persons of color, and members of historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected category in accordance with applicable law. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.

American University of Kuwait job ad

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF KUWAIT
College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Communication and Media

The American University of Kuwait (AUK) is a private university in Kuwait organized on the U.S. model of undergraduate liberal arts education. The medium of instruction is English. The University is accredited by the Council for Private Universities of the Kuwait Ministry of Higher Education. AUK also has a Memorandum of Understanding with Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH. AUK admitted its first students in September 2004 and currently has approximately 2,000 students and over 120 UG faculty members.

The University is seeking terminally qualified faculty committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly research, and service. American education or teaching experience is preferred as is evidence of research activity. Outstanding communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and effective use of classroom media and technology are expected. Faculty rank will be determined by the candidate’s degree and previous employment history. Successful candidates will teach undergraduate classes to majors and non-majors of diverse cultural backgrounds, conduct research, participate in student advising, honor office hours, and serve on faculty committees.

AUK offers competitive compensation, as well as an attractive and comprehensive benefits package. There is no personal income tax, and US citizens may be eligible to take advantage of the IRS foreign tax exclusion. AUK is an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to becoming a model university of the twenty-first century in the region.

Contracts are issued for 3 years and are renewable.

Application Instructions:
Application packages are to be submitted electronically to faculty@auk.edu.kw (attachments must not exceed 10 MB per e-mail). The package should contain the following:
1) Cover letter, detailing the candidate’s specific interest in AUK, and how the candidate’s past experience provides a suitable basis for performance in the position for which they are applying;
2) A current CV;
3) Statement on research and service and statement of teaching methodology, including curricular development that the individual has initiated and executed;
4) Copies of teaching evaluations if available;
5) The names and addresses, both electronic and postal, of three referees;
6) Two recent publications /two writing samples;

In completing your application, please quote position code number. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For full consideration, applications should be reviewed by August 28, 2015.

Visit the AUK website to learn about the degree programs, university facilities, and campus life.

Electronic Media (Position Code No. 15-201- ICA 06): Full-time position in electronic media. Rank Assistant Professor, or higher, depending upon qualifications and experience. The candidate will possess the necessary expertise required for the development of a new track in electronic media in the Department. The ideal candidate will be able to teach a variety of classes in digital media, social media, and other forms of ‘new’ media. The ability to teach inter-disciplinary classes is a plus. Practical industry experience is desirable. The ideal candidate will also aid in curriculum development and program assessment and carry out other tasks assigned by the Chair. Ph.D in Media Studies / Communication, and/or a related discipline, is required.

Media Studies (Position Code No. 15-202- ICA 06): Full-time position in Media Studies. Rank Assistant Professor, or higher, depending upon qualifications and experience. The ideal candidate will be able to teach courses in media planning, public relations and advertising, advertising campaigns, and media and cultural studies. A focus on the Arab world is desirable. The ability to teach inter-disciplinary courses is a plus. Practical industry experience is desirable. The ideal candidate will also aid in curriculum development and program assessment and carry out other tasks assigned by the Chair. Ph.D. in Media Studies / Communication, and/or a related discipline is required.

ICA Executive Director job ad

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
International Communication Association

The International Communication Association (ICA) seeks an experienced and resourceful leader to partner with the executive committee, the board of directors, and its members in its next phase of development. The International Communication Association is an academic association for scholars interested in the study, teaching and application of all aspects of human and mediated communication. It began more than 60 years ago as a small organization of U.S. researchers and now is truly international with more than 4500 members in over 80 countries. Since 2003, ICA has been officially associated with the United Nations as a non-governmental organization (NGO). More information can be obtained from the ICA website.

The executive director oversees and facilitates the core activities of ICA, including a vibrant and innovative publishing program, a complex annual conference and bi-annual regional conferences, and divisional priorities and activities. The executive director develops and maintains key business and community partnerships/sponsorships, enhances financial sustainability, guides strategic growth, and helps shape policy that fosters high-quality research and dissemination of that research. The position, based in Washington, DC, oversees a staff of five and an annual budget of approximately $2,000,000 USD. Domestic and international travel is required.

The ideal candidate will preferably have at least five successful years as an executive or senior manager at an academically oriented nonprofit organization of similar budget size with experience negotiating, planning and implementing large conferences. Highly relevant and equivalent experience will also be considered. The salary for the position will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Compensation includes a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a generous retirement plan.

Applicants should send their resumes and cover letters describing their interest in ICA, their qualifications and how their professional experience addresses the qualifications required, via email. Review of the applications will begin immediately and continue until a successful candidate is identified. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered. Desired start date is January 2016. ICA will maintain the confidentiality of the candidates until the finalists are selected.

The International Communication Association is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status.

The full description of the position and application process can be accessed here.

National University of Singapore job ad

TENURE TRACK POSITION IN INTERACTIVE DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGN at National University of Singapore

The Department of Communications and New Media Department (CNM) at the National University of Singapore seeks outstanding candidates at the Assistant Professor level whose research complements our strengths in Interactive Media Design. CNM’s Interactive Media Design is an interdisciplinary group of researchers who specialize in emergent issues at the intersections of media theory, design and HCI. We are seeking someone with expertise in one or more of the following areas: interaction design, critical media design, social media, and mediated communication in art, work, and play.

The successful candidate is expected to be an excellent researcher who contributes regularly to relevant top-tier conferences and journals; a teacher able to teach a mix of theory and studio/design modules for both undergraduate and graduate students; and an effective supervisor of undergraduate and graduate research. The successful candidate will teach core CNM interactive media design courses as well as courses in his/her area of specialization. For  a representative overview of relevant modules, see the “Interactive Media Design” offerings.

The Department is situated within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at NUS, offers degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels, and is ranked among the top global Communication and Media Studies departments.

Please submit (1)  Statements of research and teaching interests, (2) Curriculum Vitae including publications, (3) names, affiliates, and contact details of PhD supervisor and three other references, (4) copies of up to 3 articles or chapters representing best work.

We will begin evaluating candidates on October 1st, 2015, but the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The start-date for the position is July 1st, 2016. Enquiries and applications should be sent to Ms. Gayathri Dorairaju.

National University of Singapore job ad

YUSOF ISHAK PROFESSOR IN SOCIAL SCIENCES – INVITATION TO APPLY

We invite applications for a professorial position named in honour of one of Singapore’s pioneer leaders Encik Yusof bin Ishak, whose exemplary and eminent public career was marked by his appointment as Chairman of the Public Service Commission, Singapore (1959), Chancellor of the University of Singapore (a predecessor institution to NUS), and as the first President of the Republic of Singapore (1965-1970). His professional tenure as a distinguished journalist and editor, his identity as a prominent patron of the arts scene in Singapore, his membership of the ‘Films Appeal Committee’, the ‘Nature Reserves Committee’ and the ‘Malaynisation Commission’ all reflect the depth and breadth of his critical and impassioned engagement with key socio-cultural, economic and political issues in an emerging nation-state.

The Professorship honours his many contributions to Singapore, not least his deep interest in promoting harmonious race relations and sustaining a multiracial and multi-cultural nation. The endowed professorship, established in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at the National University of Singapore, will enable the university to attract and appoint leading social scientists who have demonstrated excellence and an established international recognition.

The appointed candidate will assume stewardship for enhancing cutting edge research in one (or more) of the following fields of study: race, ethnicity and community studies and multiculturalism; communication and civic engagement; and studies of religion and religious diversity. In educating the next generation of leaders, the candidate will play a role in generating knowledge that benefits an inclusive and progressive society.

The successful candidate should be a senior scholar with a strong international reputation in any aspect of the social sciences. The appointee should have a strong publication record (with evidence of a continuing trajectory), extensive experience of teaching and student supervision, an internationally recognized research profile and a track record in securing research funding. He/She will be expected to contribute to the teaching, research and leadership in the department in which he/she is appointed.

The successful candidate will have a primary appointment in one of the social sciences departments according to area of expertise. Appointment will be on a full-time tenured OR full-time contract OR full-time visiting position. The professorship title will be for a period of up to three years. A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the appointee.

The application dossier should include a letter of interest, full curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of six referees. There is no deadline for applications, which will be received until an appointment is made. Please send applications to:

Yusof Ishak Professor in Social Sciences Search Committee
c/o Ms Amy Tan
Research Division, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences,
Block AS7 #06-20
National University of Singapore
5 Arts Link, Singapore 117570
Email applications are encouraged, they should be sent to Ms Amy Tan

For further enquiries, please contact:
Professor Vineeta Sinha, Chair of Search Committee
Name of Institution:    National University of Singapore
Position Announcement: open until filled

University of Nottingham (UK) job ad: Teaching Associate

The School of English at the University of Nottingham is seeking to appoint a part-time Teaching Associate (18 hours per week) in English Language and Applied Linguistics. The successful candidate will teach across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate modules focusing on discourse analysis and sociolinguistics.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 1st July 2015

Candidates should have a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant area of English Language and Applied Linguistics. Evidence of the ability to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels on our live and distance programmes is essential. A proven track record in teaching in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, language and gender, professional communication.

This is a part-time, fixed-term post from 1 September 2015 to 31 August 2018 based in the School of English, Trent Building, University Park.

The interview process will include a presentation of teaching and a formal interview.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Norbert Schmitt. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

University of Nottingham (UK) job ad: Research Fellow

The School of English at the University of Nottingham is seeking to appoint a Research Fellow. This new full-time post is an exciting opportunity to join a recently established professional communication research cluster and business unit, Linguistic Profiling for Professionals, based in the Centre for Research in Applied Linguistics.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 1st July 2015

The successful candidate will research and assist in the delivery of training and consultancy in the field of professional communication, including business discourse, health communication, the sociolinguistics of the workplace and intercultural business communication. Professional communication training and research-based consultancy will be delivered to a range of stakeholders including external businesses and organisations. The person appointed will contribute to the School’s applied linguistics research activities on its UK and international campuses.

Candidates should have a PhD (or equivalent) on appointment in a relevant area of English Language and Applied Linguistics.  Evidence of the ability to consistently develop a research area within a team and also as an individual is essential, as is the ability to deliver research-based training and consultancy on professional communication to clients in a wide variety of businesses and organisations.

This is a full-time, fixed-term post from 1 January 2016 to 31 December 2018 based in the School of English, Trent Building, University Park University of Nottingham.

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

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr. Louise Mullany. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Assistant Professor in English Language and Applied Linguistics, University of Nottingham (UK)

The School of English at the University of Nottingham is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in English Language and Applied Linguistics. This new full-time post is an exciting opportunity to join a recently established professional communication research cluster and business unit, Linguistic Profiling for Professionals, based in the Centre for Research in Applied Linguistics.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 1st July 2015

The successful candidate will research, supervise and teach across the broad fields of sociolinguistics and discourse analysis, including: business discourse, health communication, the sociolinguistics of the workplace and intercultural business communication. Teaching will involve postgraduate courses, online courses and the delivery of training and research-based consultancy to a range of external businesses and organisations. The person appointed will contribute to the School’s applied linguistics research and teaching activities on its UK and international campuses.

Candidates should have a PhD (or equivalent) in sociolinguistics, discourse analysis and/or corpus linguistics. Evidence of the ability to teach successfully at postgraduate level is essential.  A proven track record of research in discourse analysis, sociolinguistics and/or corpus linguistics, with a specific focus on workplace communication, is essential.  Evidence of the ability to generate research grant income is essential.

This is a full-time, fixed-term post from 1 January 2016 to 31 December 2018 based in the School of English, Trent Building, University Park, University of Nottingham.

The interview process will include a presentation of research, teaching and a formal interview.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr. Louise Mullany. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Loughborough University job ad

Assistant Director (Technology-enhanced Learning)
Loughborough University – Centre for Academic Practice
Salary: £48,743 to £54,841
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closes: 8th June 2015
Job Ref: REQ15287
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Required to work to foster excellence in learning and teaching through promoting the effective and extensive use of technologies to enhance learning across the University, including Loughborough University in London.

Candidates will have an excellent track record of developing and supporting technology-enhanced learning and of leading and managing teams to successful achievement of their objectives. They will have experience in scholarly inquiry in relation to technology-enhanced learning.

The post holder will play a central role in the senior management team of the Centre for Academic Practice, foster effective team working across all staff in the Centre, inspire colleagues and enhance further the University’s reputation for high quality learning and teaching provision.

Interviews will be held on 1 July 2015.

Please click here for details.

Prince Claus Fund for Culture and Development job ad

The Prince Claus Fund is seeking a Director with international experience and management skills, who has extensive knowledge of culture and development. A clear vision in these areas is expected, but also the ambition and entrepreneurship to further develop this specific network organisation, and provide professional and responsible financial management. Knowledge of the Dutch social and political context in which the organisation is situated is also required. The candidate should also be able to serve as an excellent representative of the organisation: the candidate should possess exceptional interpersonal skills in order to effectively collaborate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Applications should be addressed to the Chairman of the Board and submitted by 23 May 2015 to Adrienne Schneider.

The organisation
Culture, in the vision of the Prince Claus Fund, is a basic need in the development of people and society. The Prince Claus Fund for Culture and Development actively supports international cultural co-operation with qualified partners in areas where it is really needed, primarily in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. The Fund fights for preservation of culture and supports sustainable cultural processes. In addition, it initiates activities to increase awareness of the importance of culture and development in daily life. The Fund, in the spirit of Prince Claus, acts in the belief that people are not developed but they develop themselves. The Prince Claus Fund is supported by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Dutch Postcode Lottery.

The Prince Claus Fund office is in Amsterdam and has its own exhibition space as well as an extensive documentation centre. There are approximately 20 employees (15 FTE) at the Fund. As an international network organisation, The Fund’s main languages are English and Dutch, but French and Spanish are also heard frequently because of the Fund’s global network.

Job description
As Director you will be responsible for directing the daily operations of the Fund. You will develop the long-term vision of the Fund and maintain active working relationships with its partners and network. You will represent the Fund and take responsibility for adequate external communications and publicity, as well as function as the point of contact for relevant institutions and funders.

Knowledge and expertise in managing financial affairs is indispensable, as the Fund must be able to clearly justify its spending. You will be responsible for fundraising and maintaining contact with sponsors in particular.

You will ensure that the organisation is run professionally (including budget, annual reports, year plan, financial management, contracts, personnel, planning, procurement, housing, preparation and report of Board meetings).

As a creative initiator you will contribute independently to the further development and expansion of the Fund. Strengthening the international network and ensuring regular publicity in leading international media, as well as in local media in the Fund’s target countries, will be among your focuses. As Director, you will be enthusiastic and able to actively share the vision of the Fund to inspire those within and outside the organisation. You will monitor operations and ensure that the Fund maintains high quality standards in all its activities and also preserves its innovative and independent position.

As Director, you are a policy consultant and adviser to the Board and the Advisory Council and ensure the implementation of the Board’s decisions. You are the liaison between the government, agency and society in achieving the Prince Claus Fund’s objectives.

The candidate
You have a strong, demonstrable interest in and knowledge of both culture and development and you have a vision of how these fields relate to one another.  You have experience in leading, and in carrying the overall responsibility for, a small professional (part project) organisation.

You put ideas into action and have a strong vision. You develop new initiatives independently, establish new connections and inspire and stimulate others. Above all you have great communication skills and you demonstrate tact and integrity in the performance of your duties, while also possessing a powerful and persuasive personality. You are able to function equally well in both difficult social situations and in high-level social situations.

You are used to working in an international environment and have an open mind to values, cultures and customs in the countries where the Fund operates. At the same time you have in-depth knowledge of the Dutch political and social context and administrative culture. You have the ability to find the right balance and appropriate conduct to co-operate with a Board that acts at a distance from daily operations.

You possess excellent language skills in English and Dutch, both in speaking and writing. Command of additional languages is an advantage.

As an experienced manager you are able to competently manage the spending of funds and also ensure good accountability and governance of those expenditures. You have a basic understanding of financial information systems, modern communications and developments in the fields of PR and automation.

Conditions and remuneration
As Director, you will have a unique professional function that enables you to further develop your personal qualities and experience, and to apply them in an organisation with high quality standards and an established reputation, executing a unique and interesting mission.

With a high degree of autonomy, but under governance and with the support of an expert Board, you will take the lead to manage and represent the Fund. This position offers you the opportunity to establish and maintain diverse national and international contacts on many levels, for example, through visits to projects and network partners abroad. You will be in contact with a wide variety of people from different levels of organisations and society. The financial compensation and benefits package offered for this role will be commensurate with experience and industry norms.