Assistant Professor - Tenure Trak - Communication Arts

Job Description

Job Description

The Communication Arts Department of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Business at Notre Dame of Maryland University is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication Arts. The successful candidate will teach a range of media and communication courses starting in August 2025, contributing to the development of a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for effective communication in both professional and media environments.

Responsibilities

This position is designed for a highly motivated individual who will teach courses that support our curriculum in media communication, digital media production, and marketing communication. The successful candidate will be responsible for :

• Designing and teaching courses that foster students' ability to critically analyze and engage with media, with a focus on professional communication strategies and media literacy.
• Cultivating students' skills in understanding and navigating the complexities of modern media environments, from digital communication tools to the impact of media on public perception and societal trends.
• Encouraging students to develop professional communication skills that are essential for success in various industries, helping them articulate ideas clearly, persuasively, and ethically.
• Integrating real-world media practices into the classroom, while ensuring students are equipped with the tools to critically evaluate and create media content.
• Maintaining a 7-course teaching load each academic year, with opportunities for summer teaching as needed.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Required Documents to Attach

Additional Information :

Notre Dame of Maryland University is a private, Catholic university offering a variety of undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and certificate programs for women and men established in 1895 with the mission to educate leaders to transform the world. The campus is situated on a 60-acre wooded campus in northern Baltimore, MD residential neighborhood of Homeland.

NDMU challenges women and men to strive for intellectual and professional excellence, build inclusive communities, engage in service to others, and promote social responsibility. At NDMU, we expect respect for all members of our community. We believe differences should be recognized and celebrated. When we are exposed to the experiences and perspectives of others, we are challenged to think more critically and develop a deeper understanding of the world around us.

Additional Information :

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package to all employees who work at least 30 hours per week :

All applicants must submit :

Notre Dame of Maryland University does not discriminate in offering equal access to its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment terms and conditions on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or protected veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy : Greg FitzGerald, Chief of Staff, Notre Dame of Maryland University, 4701 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210, 410-532-5109.

For all other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at 410-532-5898 or human_resources@ndm.edu. Notre Dame of Maryland University is an EEO employer.