Fordham University
Department of Communication and Media Studies
2 open positions: Department Chair and Assistant Professor
Fordham University invites applications for positions of department chair and assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Media Studies. The department is currently in an exciting process of growth, including the curricular revision and expansion of undergraduate and graduate programs. Both positions require a Ph.D. in communication, media studies, film studies, or a related area, and an active research program. The chair position requires distinguished scholarship, significant administrative experience, dynamic academic leadership, and excellent teaching. The assistant professor position requires a promising research agenda and evidence of excellent teaching. Those with a specialization in international/transnational/global communication are encouraged to apply, and an ability to teach research methods is highly desirable. Complete job description is here. Submit application to cms AT fordham.edu with a cover letter, c.v., sample scholarship, and names of three references with contact information. Application review begins for chair on October 15 and for assistant professor on November 15, 2012. For information, contact Dr. Fred Wertz (wertz AT fordham.edu).
Fordham is an independent, Catholic University in the Jesuit tradition that welcomes applications from men and women of all backgrounds. Fordham is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.