Assistant Professors of Communication (3 Positions)

Assistant Professors of Communication (3 Positions) 493317 Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States Full-time Faculty Salary/Position Classification $63,000 - $71,000 Contract, Exempt 40 hours per week 100% Remote Work Availability: No Hybrid Work Availability: No The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community.
Please be sure to notify our Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.
Whalen@UND.
edu) to explore dual-career opportunities.
Purpose of Position The Department of Communication at the University of North Dakota invites applications for three tenure-track assistant professor positions.
One position is available in each of the following areas: Digital journalism Digital journalism and media production Computational social science & journalism.
We seek applicants with expertise in studying digital journalism, including interactive and data journalism, within diverse social, cultural, political, and global contexts.
In addition, the successful candidates for all positions will have professional experience in multimedia journalism on digital and social media platforms.
Experience in sports journalism/broadcasting is a plus.
The University of North Dakota made a significant investment in the Department of Communication to revive digital journalism education as part of its strategic initiatives.
We will launch a new B.
A.
in Journalism program in fall 2024 where its comprehensive curriculum covering community journalism, multimedia reporting and storytelling, data-driven storytelling, and sports journalism and broadcasting will be the first of its kind in the State of North Dakota.
Moreover, with a historically strong collaborative relationship with newspaper and broadcasting companies across the state and a prominent journalism alumni base, we are committed to raising the next generation of journalists and digital storytellers who can serve their communities.
We value diverse perspectives and actively seek applicants committed to the success of our students.
Duties & Responsibilities Publishing peer-reviewed journal articles and applying for competitive grants on a regular basis will be expected for tenure.
Annual teaching load will be 2/1 or 1/2 in the first year of appointment and 2/2 in subsequent years.
The successful candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate-level journalism courses face-to-face and online.
These positions would also be expected to teach some graduate-level (M.
A.
and Ph.
D.
) courses.
Assigned courses will be consistent with the area of expertise.
All faculty, including individuals hired for these positions, are expected to contribute service within the department, college, university, and community.
The successful applicants will receive an initial contract with an approximate effort distribution of 40% teaching, 50% research, and 10% service.
Required Competencies Established capability of conducting and publishing scientific studies Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students Ability and willingness to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the Department of Communication Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching, including online delivery Ability to teach courses in the Department of Communication’s curriculum Minimum Requirements Ph.
D.
in Communication or related discipline by 8/16/2024 Successful completion of criminal history records check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications Professional experience in journalism Experience incorporating experiential learning into courses (e.
g.
, working with community/industry partners for course projects) Track record of research, teaching, education, and/or experience related to journalism Experience being part of external grant-funded team(s) and evidence of applying for and/or obtaining external funding Experience in teaching undergraduate-level and/or graduate-level courses Experience teaching online courses To Apply There are three full-time, benefitted, exempt positions open.
The dates of the initial contract are August 16, 2024 – May 15, 2025.
Summer teaching may be available but is neither guaranteed nor required.
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by October 31, 2023 and include the following materials: Letter of application Curriculum vitae List of at least three references (including contact information) Research statement (3 pp max) Statement of teaching philosophy along with evidence of teaching effectiveness (3 pp max) If applicable, proof of eligibility for veteran’s preference Positions are open until filled.
Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Soojung Kim, at soojung.
kim@und.
edu.
Position Benefits Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.