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University College Dublin job ad: Information & Communication Studies

Professor of Information and Communication Studies
University College Dublin – UCD College of Social Sciences and Law
Closes: 4th January 2016
Job Ref: 007838

University College Dublin is seeking to fill the Professorship of Information and Communication Studies to take a lead within the School in its goal to grow its research, teaching, and international visibility. The successful candidate will be offered a permanent full-time Professorship in the UCD School of Information and Communication Studies. The successful candidate will be expected to take on the responsibilities of head of school for a term at or shortly after the commencement of the appointment.

Candidates with appropriate expertise in any area of the broad field of Information and Communication Studies will be considered. Current areas of research in the School include human-computer interaction, digital curation, cultural heritage informatics, data/information ethics, information architecture, foundations of information studies, information behaviour, data practices, and information literacy.

Note: It is envisaged interviews will take place in week commencing in late February 2016. The appointed Professor will ideally commence in post on 1 September 2016. 

2013 (2010) Professor C Salary Scale: €106,516 to €136,276 per annum. Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines

Prior to application, further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the UCD Job Vacancies website.

Closing date: 17:00hrs (GMT) on Monday 4th January 2016

Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 17:00hrs on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD do not accept late applications.

Middlebury Institute of International Studies job ad (California)

Associate Professor of International Education
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, California

Position Summary
The Graduate School of International Policy and Management (GSIPM) at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) located in Monterey, California invites applications for a regular faculty position in the field of International Education Management.We seek to hire a candidate at the rank of Associate Professor, though applicants whose experience and credentials are more suited to Full Professor or Assistant Professor may apply. The rank will be determined by the experience and credentials of the selected candidate. (See faculty handbook, p. 21).  Salary is commensurate with academic qualifications and experience. The start date is August 2016.

The MA in International Education Management degree offers a three-semester degree comprised of one intensive academic year on campus followed by 4 to 6 month professional practicum in the international education field. The program prepares practitioners to design and manage programs for meaningful cross-cultural engagement. Students have the opportunity to add a TESOL specialization or complete a joint IEM-MPA (Master of Public Administration) degree.

This degree is the first collaboratively developed degree program by Middlebury College and MIIS, which merged in 2010. The first cohort of students was welcomed in August 2012, and the program has seen steady growth since that time. Approximately 115 students are currently enrolled in the program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
 1) Teach core courses in International Education Management. Core courses may include:
a) Principles and Practices of International Education
b) International Education Program Design and Assessment
c) International Education Marketing and Student Recruitment
d) Comparative International Education
e) Staff Management in International Context
f) Budgeting for Educational Organizations

In addition to required expertise in the core program courses above, additional expertise in the teaching and/or research of the following subjects is desirable:
g) Intercultural communications/ intercultural competence
h) Education and development
i) Education theory/curriculum design
j) Educational assessment and evaluation
k) International service-learning
l) Citizen diplomacy
m) International education in K-12/youth programs
n) International education policy

2) Serve as an academic and professional mentor to students, being available to discuss students’ career goals, and utilizing his/her professional networks to help students make contacts with potential practicum host sites.

3) Engage with online discussion forums used by the program, to foster a collegial atmosphere and to stay connected with students, particularly during their practicum periods.

4) Serve as instructor for the International Education Management Practicum on a rotating basis. This includes some advising of students on the selection of host sites, and primary responsibility for reviewing and evaluating students’ academic work during the practicum period according to criteria established by Team IEM.

5) Contribute actively to Team IEM, the committee of faculty, staff, and student representatives who meet regularly as a program team to ensure the coordination, effectiveness, and success of the IEM program. Among the topics the group discusses and acts on are student morale, social activities, curricular cohesion, program marketing, assessment of learning, etc.

6) Maintain an active research agenda leading to a combination of peer-reviewed and other academic publications, as well as other professional activities.

7) Contribute to the campus community through participation in campus events and service on campus-wide committees.

8) Other related duties as requested by the GSIPM Dean or the IEM Program Chair.

Qualifications

Education:
Applicants should have a Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent terminal degree and significant professional experience in international education. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent teaching ability, extensive experience as an international education practitioner (minimum 10 years desired), and a record of scholarship in international education and related areas.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
 In evaluating the record and potential of candidates for appointment, primary consideration is given to the following:

1) Teaching ability, as evidenced by appropriate references, student evaluations, and recommendation of peers. Evidence of effectiveness in training or facilitation roles will also be considered.

2) Experience as an international education practitioner, preferably in management roles, with experience across multiples sectors and organizations, and demonstrated knowledge of current trends, issues, and best practices.

3) Research excellence, as evidenced by the candidate’s scholarly activities such as publications, presentations at professional meetings; and reputation among peers in the field.

4) Personal attributes such as integrity, initiative, breadth and focus of intellectual interest, and willingness to advise and assist students and participate in Institute activities.

5) MIIS promotes an international and multicultural environment. The ability to work in that environment is required, while international experience and second language capabilities are desirable.

Special Instructions to Applicants
 Please submit a 2-3 page cover letter, along with your CV, documentation of teaching effectiveness, and names of three references through the Middlebury online human resources system. Quality of teaching is the most important responsibility of the Middlebury Institute’s faculty. Please detail your teaching philosophy and approach (including educational innovations) in your cover letter. Candidates with a variety of backgrounds and experience will be considered for this position. International applicants are welcomed. MIIS is an EEO/AA Employer.

Miami University in Ohio job ad: Diaspora Studies, Human Rights & Transnational Migration

Assistant Professor of Diaspora Studies, Human Rights, and Transnational Migration
Miami University in Ohio
Deadline: Open until filled
Date Posted: November 3, 2015
Type: Tenured, tenure track

Global and Intercultural Studies: Assistant Professor of Diaspora Studies, Human Rights, and Transnational Migration, focus on migration and mobility to teach introductory courses in the Department of Global and Intercultural Studies, in addition to advanced courses in the candidates area of specialization; advise students; maintain an active research agenda; and provide service to the institution.  The successful candidate will also contribute to some of the departments other academic programs: Asian/Asian-American Studies; American Studies; Black World Studies; Latin American, Latino/a, and Caribbean Studies; International Studies; and Womens, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

Required:  Ph.D. in one of the following: anthropology, economics, ethnic studies, gender studies, history, geography, literary studies, political science, philosophy, religion, interdisciplinary areas or related field by December 31, 2016 for re-appointment to second year. Strong candidates will be scholars with interdisciplinary teaching and research interests in the global forces and frameworks undergirding migration and mobility. Strong candidates also will be scholars whose work engages transnational and diaspora studies broadly defined, with an emphasis on the ways in which race, ethnicity, and/or gender have shaped the conditions of human migration, displacement, and settlement and impacted human rights issues. We encourage applicants whose interests intersect with the study of migration and mobility in historical or contemporary perspective from any number of angles, including (but not limited to) slavery, human trafficking, immigration, as well as the study of migration and refugees. We welcome details about how the applicant will contribute to the Global & Intercultural Studies Department and its co-major. Submit letter of interest and cv via email.  Additional materials (letters of reference, writing sample, teaching philosophy) will be requested at a later date. Direct inquiries to Dr. Jana Braziel. 

<span style=”font-size: small;”>Screening of applications begins November 30, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.  

<span style=”font-size: small;”>With a student body of over 15,000 undergraduate and 2,250 graduate students at its Oxford campus, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Graduate programs complement and enhance the undergraduate educational experience. Our unwavering commitment to teaching and learning is demonstrated in the University’s record of exceptional retention and graduation rates, and their consistently strong and engaged alumni community. Miami University serves the citizens of the state of Ohio, as well as a regional and increasingly national and international constituency. Miami’s main campus is in Oxford, 35 miles north of Cincinnati, with two regional campuses in Hamilton and Middletown, the Voice of America Learning Center in West Chester, Ohio, and the Miami University Dolibois European Center in Luxembourg.

American University of Armenia job ad: English & Communications

Full-time Faculty for BA in English and Communications Program
The American University of Armenia
Deadline: Open until filled

Position: American University of Armenia, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, BA in English and Communications Program, Full-time Faculty.

To meet its growing needs, the BA in English and Communications Program of the American University of Armenia (AUA) is seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in English & Communications starting in August 2016, at the assistant or associate professor level.

The BA in English & Communications is one of three Bachelors degree programs launched at AUA in fall 2013.  Faculty positions at AUA typically involve teaching three courses per semester, engaging in program development and university service, and pursuing a research agenda in line with a definition of scholarship which allows AUA to tailor recognition of faculty activities and efforts to the unique qualities and strengths of the university.

Qualifications: The successful candidate likely will hold a PhD in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field and have relevant experience teaching such courses as Introduction to Communications, Intercultural Communication, Introduction to Journalism, Public Relations, Public Speaking, and Advertising.

Documented excellence in teaching is required; preference will be given to candidates with experience in conducting academic duties in an international setting or teaching non-native English speakers.   MFA or ABD with significant teaching experience may be considered.

Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with university-wide pay scale, qualifications and experience.

To apply: A letter of application, Curriculum Vitae with the names and contact information for three referees should be sent to jobs@aua.am, with the subject heading BA in English and Communications. Applications must be received by December 15 to be considered.  Shortlisted applicants will be notified by e-mail.

The American University of Armenia (AUA) is located in Yerevan, the capital of the Republic of Armenia, a city that enjoys one of the highest safety rankings around the world and a low cost of living.

AUA is accredited by the U.S.-based Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission and is affiliated with the University of California. It provides teaching and research programs that prepare students to address the needs of Armenia and its surrounding region for sustainable development.

Nagoya University of Commerce & Business job ad (Japan)

Assistant Professor, Faculty of Communication
Nagoya University of Commerce and Business Administration
Application Deadline: December 5th, 2015

Founded in 1953, Nagoya University of Commerce and Business (NUCB) is situated on an exceptionally beautiful campus in the most economically productive region of Japan: Nagoya. One of the leading business schools in Japan, NUCB consistently receives high academic rankings and is strongly committed to global standards for excellence in scholarship and research. It is also the only business school in Japan to be accredited by both AACSB International and AMBA. NUCB is comprised of just over 3,500 students and 100 teaching staff. About 30 of the teaching staff are from abroad.

NUCB is now inviting motivated and academically inclined English language teaching scholars to join us in achieving our ambitious goals of our faculty. We are seeking to fill two positions for the 2016 academic year (contracts will start April 1st 2016).

Duties & responsibilities:
• Teaching responsibilities: 7 classes of 100 minutes per week, focusing on English language and cross-cultural communication with the aim of increasing student TOEIC scores.
• Non-teaching responsibilities: maintain office hours, provide additional support to students, conduct and publish research, and participate in all official university functions.
• Active participation in curriculum reform, course adaptation and faculty development.

Conditions:
Two-year renewable contract with a highly competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Salary scheme will be paid in 14 installments per year.
• Holidays in line with normal Japanese university conventions.
• Excellent benefits package including private health insurance.
• Financial and other assistance in relocating to Japan (including obtaining a Japanese work visa) will be provided if necessary.

To apply, please gather the following application materials:
• Curriculum vitae including passport-type photo.
• List of academic and other publications.
• Letter of recommendation from current/previous academic supervisor/employer.
• Proof of degree qualifications, certificates etc.
• Statement of teaching and research philosophy and future research goals.

Application Procedure:
To apply for this position, please assemble all the application materials detailed above in electronic form, and emailed .

Applicants who meet the stated criteria will be contacted immediately upon receipt and invited for a teaching demonstration (in–person if in Japan or by recorded video if overseas) followed by an interview either in person, or by Skype for overseas applicants.

Minimum Qualifications:
• ABD or a Ph.D. / Ed. D. in TESOL / applied linguistics (English) combined with experience of teaching at a higher educational institution.
• Qualified in and experience of teaching TESOL.
• High level of English proficiency.

Additional Qualifications:
In addition to the minimum requirements stated above, the following qualities are desirable:
• Experience of living and working in a cultural environment different from their own.
• Basic Japanese language ability is a bonus but not essential.

University of Sydney job ad: China Studies

Director, China Studies Centre
The University of Sydney
Closes: 29th November 2015
Job Ref: 1632/0715

The University of Sydney is Australia’s first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7500 permanent staff, supporting over 52,000 students.

The University is seeking a Director for its China Studies Centre, which formally began operations in January 2011. The Centre was established to respond to the need for an innovative understanding of China and its impact on Australian society in the face of increasing interdependence and strategic global change. It represents a comprehensive endeavour to harness existing cross-disciplinary expertise within the University to provide a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of China’s rapidly changing economy and society. The Centre will coordinate and provide direction to the University’s work on and in China across the whole range of academic activities, including research, education and outreach. It also aids social, cultural and economic interactions between Australia and China beyond Canberra and Beijing, and be an informed voice in Australia-China relations. The Centre provides:
• A hub for cross-disciplinary education and research
• A centre for leadership programs
• A network for deeper and broader engagement with government, business and civil society, with a focus on local China beyond Beijing
• A voice for commentary, dialogue, informed discussion and outreach to Australian and Chinese societies, to help each know the other better and to prosper together
• A global platform for articulating Australia’s perspectives on China.

The Director will be a senior academic in any area of Chinese Studies and will have a distinguished international profile. She or he will also have a sophisticated appreciation of the rapid changes affecting the Chinese economy and society. A strong track record in competitive grant awards and attracting external research funding, and experience in undertaking collaborative research are also required. The Director will have excellent leadership and management skills, as well as high-level interpersonal skills. An understanding of the diversity and tensions in the field of Chinese Studies, and the demonstrated capacity to undertake outreach and engage the wider community are particularly important. The Director will be appointed as a professor of the University and, as such, she or he will also be expected to meet the University’s general criteria for an appointment at the professorial level.

TERM & REMUNERATION
The position is full time for a period of five years in the first instance with a possibility for renewal. A salary package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position will be negotiated.

APPLY
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website; search by the reference number 1632/0715 for more information and to apply.

Specific enquiries concerning the position should be directed to Professor Stephen Garton, Provost and Deputy Vice Chancellor.

For general recruitment enquiries please contact Mr Fabrice Noël, Principal Recruitment Consultant.

CLOSING DATE: 11.30pm 29 November 2015 (Sydney time)

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups, including women and people with disabilities are encouraged. As the University of Sydney has established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution, applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are also encouraged.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

© University of Sydney

John Cabot University job ad: Communications & Media Studies

Professor of Communications and Media Studies
John Cabot University (JCU) – Communications
Location: Rome
Salary: Not specified
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Contract / Temporary
Placed on: 2nd October 2015
Closes: 31st December 2015

John Cabot University, an English language-based, American, regionally accredited four-year liberal arts college in Rome, Italy, seeks a full-time Communications and Media Studies professor for a two-year appointment with possibility for tenure.  Level of appointment depends on the candidate’s background.

The candidate should have a terminal degree, PhD in Communications and Media Studies and/or MFA in the area of Digital Media Arts, completed by the start date of September 1, 2016. She or he should be able to teach courses using critical and cultural approaches in some of the following areas: digital media, global media, media  and cultural theory, film and television, popular culture studies and industry structure and practices. Priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate experience and strength in their ability to teach diverse core courses in the program, in both the studies and the production curriculum, including advanced media theory, multimedia production, visual communication, and writing across the media.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching within the American liberal arts tradition, experience working in a multicultural environment as well as a strong commitment to teaching students from diverse cultural and national backgrounds.

Teaching load is three courses per semester (six courses per year) and administrative work is expected.  JCU is an equal opportunity employer.  Send CV, cover letter with teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching excellence, and 3 references by December 31, 2015 to: CommunicationsSearch@johncabot.edu.

University of New Mexico job ad

The Department of Communication & Journalism at the University of New Mexico invites applicants at the rank of a senior associate professor or professor with tenure to be appointed chair. The successful applicant must be a scholar able to lead an integrated department with graduate programs in communication and undergraduate programs in communication, journalism and mass communication.  The applicant should be able to demonstrate strong organizational skills and be dedicated to excellence in research, teaching and service.  The ideal candidate should be able to encourage collaboration and enhance learning opportunities with community organizations, professionals and public media outlets.

The chair position is typically a four-year, renewable term, contingent on favorable annual evaluations.  Duties include ensuring delivery of the curriculum, managing faculty and staff, as well as the budgets and program assessments and fostering faculty and graduate student research.  The chair represents the Department within the College and greater University and also facilitates collaboration with other university units. The date of appointment is August 2016, prior to the commencement of the fall semester.

The doctoral program specializes in culture with emphases in intercultural communication, health communication, and mass communication.  It enjoys a national/international reputation in intercultural communication. The MA program offers a general communication degree and the Department has over 800 undergraduate students majoring in communication, strategic communication and multimedia journalism.  The Department currently has 25 full-time faculty.

The Department of Communication & Journalism is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences. A&S is the largest and most diverse of UNM’s eleven colleges and schools.

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is a Carnegie Very High Research Activity Institution and a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, with nearly 35,000 students on the main and branch campuses. UNM offers benefits to same-sex and different sex domestic partners.

UNM is located in Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico. It is an ethnically diverse city in a metropolitan area of over 900,000 that has been listed as one of the best places to live in the United States. The city has rich cultural diversity and offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation and adventure. The University is located one hour south of Santa Fe and within minutes of the Sandia and Manzano Mountains, which feature excellent hiking, biking, rock climbing and skiing.

Minimum Qualifications:
1.      Doctorate in communication, journalism, mass communication or a related field.
2.      Achieved the rank of senior associate or full professor.
3.      Administrative/leadership experience at the department level or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:
1.      Record of excellence as a leading communication scholar.
2.      Demonstration of leadership experience at the university, department or community levels.
3.      Ability to address the needs of a department that integrates communication, journalism and mass communication.
4.      Demonstrated excellence in teaching graduate and undergraduate students.
5.      Ability or potential for obtaining external funding to support research and teaching.
6.      Record of active participation in academic and professional associations.
7.      A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Application Process:  A complete application consists of:  (1) letter of interest identifying scholarship, areas of administrative/leadership experience and teaching experience; (2) academic curriculum vita; and (3) three letters of references.  Reference letters should be emailed as PDF files from the letters’ authors directly to Dr. Phil Ganderton, Senior Associate Dean AND to Dr. Janet Shiver, Chair, Communication & Journalism.   References will be contacted for all semifinalists.

Submit application materials online.  For best consideration, applications should be submitted by December 15, 2015, and applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. For more information, contact, Dr. Janet Shiver, Chair, Communication & Journalism. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM continuing faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

National University of Singapore job ads

Tenured Full/Associate Professor with research and teaching specialization in Health Communication and New Media at National University of Singapore

The Department of Communications and New Media at the National University of Singapore (NUS) seeks to hire a tenured Full/Associate Professor with research and teaching specialization in Health Communication and New Media. In particular, research and teaching interests in e-health, communication technologies and health, Tele-health, health information systems, health communication campaigns, health information-seeking, social support networks, provider patient communication, public policy and health, social change communication, community-driven participatory research, and/or health and globalization are desired. We are interested in internationally recognized scholars who value diverse research methods and approach health communication through new and emergent media perspectives. Candidates must have a Ph.D., extensive teaching experience, globally recognized research achievements, proven administrative experience, and leadership qualities.

The Department, a part of the globally ranked Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at NUS, offers degree programs at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels, and is ranked among the top global Communication and Media Studies departments.

Position Available:  January 2017. Remuneration is internationally competitive.

Application Procedure: Applicants must submit:
1. a letter of interest;
2. an updated curriculum vitae (including education, employment history, public and professional service, honors and awards, and a complete list of publications);
3. a list of six referees (with affiliations and particulars); and
4. a statement of research
5. analysis of research impact
6. Five key publications

Enquiries and applications should be sent to Ms. Gayathri Dorairaju, Department of Communications and New Media, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore, Blk AS6, #03-41, 11 Computing Drive, Singapore 117416. Tel: (65) 6516-4670, Fax: (65) 6779-4911, Email: cnmcareer@nus.edu.sg. For general information about NUS, please visit http://www.nus.edu.sg. Visit also the Department of Communications and New Media at http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/cnm/

Application Deadline: To ensure consideration, applications must arrive by 15 January 2016 and the search will continue until the position is filled. We uphold the principle of non-discrimination and encourage every qualified individual to apply.

TENURE TRACK POSITIONS IN 1) SOCIAL MEDIA, 2) CRITICAL THEORY AND NEW MEDIA, 3) NEW MEDIA AND POLITICAL COMMUNICATION at National University of Singapore

The Department of Communications and New Media at the National University of Singapore (NUS) seeks outstanding candidates for three tenure-track Assistant Professor positions, with research that complements our strengths in new media studies. CNM is a dynamic group of researchers who specialize in emergent issues at the intersections of media and communication in today’s digitally networked media environment.

We are seeking three individuals with expertise in one or more of the following broad areas: 1) Social media –computer-mediated communication, social and semantic network analysis, big data and computational methods, interaction design and analysis, digital risks and privacy, socially mediated relationships. 2) Critical theory and new media – ICTD, digital rhetoric and digital humanities, cultural studies of new media, political economy of new media, postcolonial theories of new media, new media mobilities, digital Marxist theory, performance studies and new media, new media policies and regulations, digital ethics. 3) New media and political communication – activism, elections and campaigns, power and politics, collective action, social movement, civic engagement, public opinion, political psychology and behavior. The Department is situated within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at NUS, Singapore. It offers degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels, and is ranked among the top Communication and Media Studies departments globally. Remuneration and work support provided are internationally competitive.

Please submit: (1) Research and teaching interest statements, (2) Curriculum Vitae including publications and teaching experience, (3) names, affiliates, and contact details of PhD supervisor and three other references, (4) selected copies of up to two journal/conference articles or book chapters representing best work.

Position Available:  July  2016. Candidates who are at the ABD stage and can show strong evidence of PhD completion by 2016 summer are welcome to apply. We strongly uphold the principle of non-discrimination and encourage every qualified individual to apply.  Remuneration is internationally competitive.

Enquiries and applications should be sent to Ms. Gayathri Dorairaju, Department of Communications and New Media, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore, Blk AS6, #03-41, 11 Computing Drive, Singapore 117416. Tel: (65) 6516-4670, Fax: (65) 6779-4911, Email: cnmcareer@nus.edu.sg. For general information about NUS, please visit http://www.nus.edu.sg. Visit also the Department of Communications and New Media at http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/cnm/

Application Deadline: To ensure consideration, applications must arrive before January 3, 2016. We uphold the principle of non-discrimination and encourage every qualified individual to apply.

Bilkent University job ad (Turkey)

Public Relations and Advertising at Bilkent University

The Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture at Bilkent University announces openings in the Department of Communication and Design at the ranks of Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor in Public Relations & Advertising and Media Production. Faculty duties for both positions will include independent and collaborative research and practice, teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and supervision of student research.

Successful candidates will be expected to maintain a vigorous research program with publications in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals and similarly selective, scholarly outlets. Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated research program capable of attracting external funding. Meaningful professional experience in the field is particularly desirable.

Candidates will be evaluated according to the overall quality of their academic preparation and published work; the relevance of their scholarly research to the department’s academic priorities; evidence of commitment to teaching; and strength of recommendations. The academic ranking for each successful candidate will be commensurate with his/her prior academic experience.

FIELD-SPECIFIC INDICATIONS

Public Relations & Advertising: Applicants must hold a PhD in Mass Communication or a closely related field by the date of appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in professionally oriented courses such as strategic communication campaigns, case studies, international public relations, and professional writing for strategic communication.

Media Production: Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Film, Media Arts, or a related field by the date of appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching and practical experience in production areas such as studio television, video and post-production, visual effects, animation, photography, and multimedia.

All submitted applications must include:
–       CV
–       Statement of teaching philosophy
–       A three-page (maximum) statement of research interests
–       Three letters of reference, with names and addresses of each referee

The completed dossier can be emailed or sent in hard copy to:
Prof. Ayhan Altintas, Dean
Bilkent University
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
06800 Ankara – TURKEY

Applications will be reviewed beginning 14 December 2015 and continuing until the positions are filled.