The Department of Communication at the University of North Dakota seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication focusing on interactive and data journalism.
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, including but not limited to: Public Affairs Reporting, Interactive and Data Journalism, Data Mining & Analytics for Communication Professionals, and Social Network Analysis & Visualization. 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 the person hired for this position, are expected to contribute service within the department, college, university, and community. The successful applicant will receive an initial contract with an approximate effort distribution of 40% teaching, 50% research, and 10% service. We value diverse perspectives and actively seek applicants committed to the success of our students.
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.
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 09/30/2024 and include the following materials:
• Letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• List of at least three references (including contact information)
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
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.
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Categories: Tenure/Tenure-track Faculty
Department: Communication Dept
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Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.
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