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Assistant Professor In-Residence in Marketing, Advertising, and Public Relations
University of Connecticut Department of Communication
The University of Connecticut (UConn) is pleased to invite applications for a one-year, annually renewable non-tenure track faculty position in the Department of Communication at the rank of Assistant Professor in Residence. The position will be based on our Stamford campus and will begin on August 23, 2024. This hire is part of a strategic initiative to offer the Communication major in its entirety on the Stamford campus, capitalizing on the academic and professional opportunities posed by its proximity to New York City.
The successful candidate will share a deep commitment to effective instruction at the undergraduate level and be capable of teaching a broad range of courses in the department including those in marketing, advertising, and public relations, as well as those in their area of specialization. The teaching load will be seven courses across the academic year – three courses for one semester and four courses for the other semester. The ability and desire to supervise our newly chartered chapter of PRSSA is highly desired.
Successful candidates will also be expected to broaden participation among members of under-represented groups; demonstrate through research, teaching, and / or public engagement the commitment to, and support of, diversity in the learning experience; integrate multicultural experiences into instructional methods and research tools; and provide leadership in developing pedagogical techniques designed to meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Earned Ph.D. in Communication (ABD candidates will be considered with the expectation that the PhD is completed before the start date).
- Ability to take an empirical, data-driven approach to the study of Communication.
- Interest in working with a diverse student body.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, 9-month, annually renewable, non-tenure track position with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2024. This one-year contract may be renewed or lead to a multi-year contract in the future based on funding and performance. This position does not lead to permanent academic tenure, though the University has a separate promotional ladder for non-tenure stream faculty.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to Academic Jobs Online and submit the following application materials :
Evaluation of applicants will begin May 28, 2024. For more information regarding the Department of Communication please visit the department website.
At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.
This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.
All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut is an AA / EEO Employer.
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