Category: Job Ads

King’s College London: Several positions (UK)

“JobKing’s College London is advertising several positions, with different application deadlines:

  1. Research Officer, Policy Institute, King’s College London, UK, fixed term (until 28 February 2022). Deadline: 30 November 2020.

The Research Officer will work on TASO’s research programme to develop a better understanding of what works to support widening participation and student success. Under the guidance of the Research Programmes Manager and Evidence & Evaluation Manager, the post holder will help support the commissioning of new projects as part of a programme of external research involving practitioners, evaluators and researchers from multiple institutions. They will work across these projects to manage and monitor progress, collate findings, analyse data and help steer the overall research programme. They may also undertake research projects themselves, including synthesis of secondary research; conducting qualitative, quantitative and/or survey research.

2. Instructional Designer, King’s Online, King’s College London, UK. Deadline: 22 November 2020.

Instructional Designers in King’s Online, Professional & Executive Education (OPEE) work collaboratively with both academics and creative designers to create effective and engaging online courses. They play a crucial role in shaping the learning experience of our online students: ensuring that the content is presented in a clear and memorable way, with meaningful interaction to prepare students for success on their course and in their careers.

3. Lecturer in Humanistic and Social Computing Education, Digital Humanities Department, King’s College London, UK. Deadline: 6 December 2020.

The Department of Digital Humanities is seeking to appoint one Lecturer in Humanistic and Social Computing (Academic Education Pathway). The post holder will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across our degrees including the MA Digital Culture and Society, MA Digital Asset and Media Management, MA Big Data & Society, and the BA Digital Culture. The post holder will have a sound knowledge of the key concepts, theories, debates and challenges in digital cultures, with experience of teaching both theory and practice and a good understanding of academic writing and academic research methods linked to the digital. A focus on social and humanistic computing, critical HCI, critical and sustainable design is particularly welcome. A focus on social and humanistic computing, critical HCI, critical and sustainable design is particularly welcome.

UCL Media & Communications Manager (UK)

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Media and Communications Manager, Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose, University College London, London, UK. Deadline: 30 November 2020.

The UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (IIPP) is looking for a Media and Communications Manager to contribute to the development and implementation of IIPP’s research strategy and manage its growing grant, consultancy and philanthropic portfolio. Situated in a globally top university, IIPP is demonstrating impact and influence, including training the next generation of civil servants, bringing together leading global policy-making institutions, and establishing partnerships to address global challenges. IIPP applies its critical thinking to four core areas of activity: research and thought leadership; teaching and training; influencing public policy; and engaging the broader public in its work and ideas.

Building IIPP’s brand and its relationships with media and global partners in academia, business, the public sector and civil society organisations will be central to its work. The Media and Communications Manager will be a key role and will lead on the development and implementation of an integrated communication. This role offers an opportunity for a committed Media and Communications Manager to play a key role in this Institute. While the primary purpose of the role is to develop communication strategies and build a supporting communications team, the role holder will be very hands on. The post-holder will be responsible for creating, implementing and monitoring of a comprehensive communication, media and public relations strategy that will enhance IIPP’s image and position within the marketplace and constituent communities whilst also ensuring alignment with UCL and Faculty strategies.

U Melbourne: Australia India Institute (Australia)

“JobDirector and CEO Australia India Institute, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. Deadline: 23 November 2020.

The Director is expected to lead on increasing the policy and public salience of India as a crucial partner in Australia’s future, and of Australia as a crucial partner in India’s future; and providing thought-leadership on the nature of a closer and mutually-beneficial partnership. Demonstrating a track record of deep engagement in Australia-India relations, we are seeking someone with a highly collaborative style, drawing on the University of Melbourne’s India expertise, India expertise in other universities and sectors, and networks and relationships with leaders in academia, government, non-government organisations, industry and business, to enrich public awareness and discussion of Australia’s and India’s importance to each other.

The Director will be responsible for the operational management of the Institute and must play a leading role in determining the strategic direction of the Institute through the development of a strategic plan and annual program of activities.

U Utah Asia Campus: Visual Communication (South Korea)

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Assistant Professor (Lecturer, Non-tenure track), University of Utah Asia Campus, Songdo, South Korea. Deadline: November 15, 2020.

The Department of Communication at the University of Utah invites applications for a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor (Lecturer) position effective January 1, 2021. The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher dedicated to cultivating informed and ethical students who are ready to enter the workforce as well-prepared professionals. The successful candidate must be willing to teach courses, such as video production, principles of visual communication, visual theory, media generally, introductory courses, intro to speech, communication theory, and communication and/or media history. Teaching in strategic communication is a plus. Additionally, depending on the candidate selected, an administrative component may be possible.

Position located at the Utah Asia Campus (UAC) in Songdo, South Korea. All courses taught at the UAC are in English. The standard annual teaching load for lecturers at the UAC is 3/3/1 (three courses in the fall and the spring respectively and one course either during the winter or the summer). Successful candidates for the position should have a Ph.D. in Communication or a related discipline and evidence of teaching excellence.

Chinese U Hong Kong: Multiple Positions (China)

“JobMultiple positions, School of Journalism and Communication, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China. Deadline: Open until filled (posted October 15, 2020).

Associate Professor(s) / Assistant Professor(s).

Applications are welcomed from candidates with research interests in critical communication studies, preferably with an emphasis on research about digital data, algorithm, and/or logistical media.

Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor.

The study of human communication processes related to digital media and technologies. Research areas can include but are not limited to the following: mobile media, social media, computational social science, virtual reality, big data, and AI.

Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor.

In advertising with professional expertise in areas such as social media content / data analysis and strategy, user experience and engagement research, and/or health communication.

Professor / Associate Professor.

In global media and communication studies, with research agenda in the broad field of global media and communication studies (including but not limited to: media production and labor; global media industries; or culture and communication).

There is also a position in the Department of Cultural and Religious Studies for an Assistant Professor, with a deadline of November 6, 2020. Applicants should have strong commitment in the general field of cultural studies, specializing in methods and theories of cultural studies, new media studies, critique of colonialism / nationalism / globalization, and/or other subject matters relevant to the teaching curriculum and research strengths of cultural studies at CUHK.

UNESCO: Programme Specialist (Uruguay)

“JobProgramme Specialist (Culture), UNESCO, Montevideo, Uruguay. Deadline: 14 November 2020.

The Programme Specialist (Culture), under the direct supervision of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office in Montevideo and the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture, coordinates the programme and projects in the field of Culture to ensure the design, development, planning, monitoring, implementation and coordination of activities carried out under Major Programme IV – Culture in the countries covered by the Regional Office. He/She is also responsible for preparing inputs for the UNESCO Medium-Term Strategy (C/4), the Programme and Budget (C/5) and related work plans, as well as for developing partnerships and fundraising activities and ensuring UNESCO’s contribution to the ‘Delivering as One’ exercise in the field of Culture in the countries covered by the Office. He/She also leads and supervises the staff of the Culture Unit of the Office.

Technische U Berlin: Secretary General ENHANCE (Germany)

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Secretary General ENHANCE, Department of International Affairs, Technische Universität Berlin, Germany. Deadline: 6 November 2020.

The ENHANCE network is an alliance of 7 leading European technical universities which was established in response to the European University Initiative. Technische Universität Berlin is the coordinating uni­versity in the network. With a vision to “drive responsible societal transformation by enhancing a strong alliance of European Universities of Technology, empowering people to develop and use science and technology responsibly and turn global challenges into opportunities”, the ENHANCE partner universities aim to use the three-year funding period to lay the foundation for structures which enable the unrestricted mobility of students, researchers, and employees of the universities.

Zhejiang U: Communication/International Studies (China)

“JobMultiple positions in International Studies, Communication/Media, Humanities, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China. Deadline: Varies by position.

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in International Studies, Deadline November 15, 2020.

(Specializations include Intercultural Communication, and Linguistics)

Leading Professor in Communication and Media Studies, Deadline: December 4, 2020.

Professor in Communication and Media Studies, Deadline: December 4, 2020.

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor/Professor in Humanities, Deadline: November 30, 2020.

MPI Europe Policy Analysts

“Job Policy Analyst/Senior Policy Analyst/Associate Policy Analyst, Migration Policy Institute Europe, Brussels, Belgium. Deadline: Rolling deadline (posted October 13, 2020).

As a (Senior) Policy Analyst, you will contribute to a high-impact unit of migration experts through your curiosity, solid research, and data skills, as well as analytical and concise writing. We are looking for a top-rate analyst who will quickly get to grips with our rigorous research processes and develop a portfolio of projects that fits within our institutional strategy, while building your own reputation as the go-to expert for different policy issues. As an avid reader, you will be able to quickly assess fast-evolving situations and policy announcements so that you can discuss and analyse these with our extensive networks of policymakers, nongovernmental and intergovernmental organisations, journalists, and other key stakeholders. You will also help strengthen our networks by identifying and building critical relationships—including by speaking at public events and roundtables—and will help tap up-to-the-minute intelligence on policy developments. We are looking for someone who will share our commitment to excellence and impact, thrive off our convivial team spirit, and welcome our commitment to diversity. You will be a vital pillar of the strategic direction of our research and fundraising and become a mentor to junior staff.

Associate Policy Analyst, Migration Policy Institute Europe, Brussels, Belgium. Deadline: Rolling deadline (posted October 13, 2020).

As an Associate Policy Analyst, you will be expected to jump right in and quickly ramp up on the array of projects that our senior staff are leading, bolstering the brainpower of the team through your strong writing and analytic skills. Public events and private roundtables are also a big part of what we do to facilitate critical discussions. That means you will need to rapidly come to understand the landscape of the European policy community; research the appropriate policymakers, thought leaders, and organisations to connect with; and manage multiple event functions, from drafting invitations to following up with potential speakers. If you are organised, proactive, curious, an avid reader, have strong research and writing skills, and want an organisation that you can spend the next several years of your career growing with, you have come to the right place.

U Portland: Prof for Development of Ethnic Studies (USA)

“JobAssociate Professor/Professor for Development of Ethnic Studies (Tenure-Track), College of Arts & Sciences, University of Portland, Portland, OR. Deadline: November 15, 2020.

The College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) at University of Portland invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track associate or professor rank faculty position in ethnic studies, beginning in fall 2021 (pending final budget approval). The successful candidate will lead the college’s formation and establishment of a new ethnic studies undergraduate major and minor that work across disciplines. The ethnic studies program will support the university’s mission of embedding diverse perspectives, especially of underrepresented populations, in the curriculum. Candidates should have experience in interdisciplinary and intersectional methods as they relate to ethnic studies. Expertise in an area(s) such as African American, Asian American, Latinx, Native American, Pacific Islander American Studies is especially welcome. The successful candidate should have higher-education experience commensurate with the rank of at least associate professor and also organizational or administrative experience that gives them the necessary expertise to initiate and oversee the new program.