Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty: Media Studies (School of Communications)
Company: Quinnipiac University
Location: Hamden
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:The Department of Media Studies in Quinnipiac
University's School of Communications seeks a full-time
tenure-track assistant professor specializing in entertainment
talent management, starting in August 2023. The position will
contribute to the University's new Talent Management degree
program.Candidates must be able to teach our introductory
undergraduate course, Media Industries and Trends, and in two or
more of the following areas: media trend forecasting, media
innovators, celebrity culture, communications law and policy,
diversity in media, global communication, media research methods,
media users and audiences, popular music, sports media, media
analytics and/or media management, or other areas that complement
our current offerings. Our department highly values innovative
teaching and diverse perspectives.About the School:We balance
hands-on skills training with instruction in the liberal arts to
prepare students for exciting and rewarding careers in advertising
and integrated communications; communications/media studies; film,
television and media arts; graphic and interactive design;
journalism; and public relations. Our faculty includes
award-winning professionals and internationally recognized scholars
with extensive experience in their fields. We maintain a portfolio
of more than 5,000 local, regional, national and international
employers to connect with, and our student media organizations
provide multiple opportunities for real-world learning
experiences.About Quinnipiac:Quinnipiac is a private,
coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of
New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls
6,800 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time
students in more than 140 degree programs through its Schools of
Business, Communications, Computing and Engineering, Education,
Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts and
Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional
universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's
"Best Colleges" issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in The
Princeton Review's "The Best 387 Colleges." Quinnipiac has been
named a "Great College to Work For" as determined by a
comprehensive industry survey. Please visit qu.edu for more
information. An education at Quinnipiac embodies the university's
commitment to preparing graduates for 21st-century careers and
citizenship, creating an inclusive, excellence-driven community,
nurturing and positively impacting internal, local and global
communities, and fostering lifelong connections and success. The
university believes in educating a diverse student body to become
valued and contributing members of their communities through vital
and purposeful educational programs. Students engage with
real-world issues through practice and considering different
perspectives. The university's innovative curriculum further
prepares undergraduate and graduate students to understand their
roles and responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community
as well as the larger national and global
communities.Responsibilities:+ Teach six classes per academic year
with opportunities to teach in the summer+ Perform service for the
school and university+ Advise undergraduate majors+ Conduct
research and/or partake in substantive creative/professional work
as outlined in the faculty handbookEducation Requirements:+ A Ph.D.
in Media Studies, Communications, or a related field is strongly
preferred + Advanced ABDs who have a confirmed defense date prior
to August 15, 2023 will be considered Qualifications:+ All
candidates must show evidence of dynamic teaching, relevant
scholarly activity, and a commitment to student success+ Commitment
to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic
communitySpecial Instructions to Applicants:TO APPLY:Applications
must be submitted electronically and include a CV, letter of
interest, description of teaching philosophy, recent teaching
evaluations, and contact information for three references on the
application form. Review of applications will begin on September
1.Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles
and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University
community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.We
offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and
staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is
inclusive and driven by excellence.COVID-19 Vaccination
Requirement: Please note that the university has a COVID-19
vaccination requirement. For more information, please visit
https://www.qu.edu/health-wellness-and-safety/covid-19-resources/Quinnipiac
University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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