University of Missouri-Kansas City
Assistant Professor of Advertising & Public Relations, tenure-track Department of Communication Studies Position # 00051486
The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Missouri-Kansas City seeks qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Professor, tenure track, in Advertising and Public Relations. The successful candidate will possess a proven record of professional experience in at least one the following areas: strategic communication, public relations, multi-media communications, or social marketing. Teaching experience at the college level is required.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses, incorporating emerging advertising and public relations strategies into the curriculum, working collaboratively with faculty members within a growing department and establishing relationships with regional professional communities. Promotion and tenure require excellence in teaching, scholarly publication and service.
Qualifications: Ph.D., MFA, MBA or ABD (to be completed by June, 2011) in Communication, or equivalent professional experience, required.
Review of applicants will begin on August 1, 2010 and will close Dec. 1, 2010 Employment begins Fall 2011.
The University of Missouri-Kansas City recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. To this end, UMKC is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, students and staff who will further enrich our campus diversity and making every attempt to support their academic, professional and personal success. Applicants who are not U.S. citizens must state their current visa and residency status. UMKC is an equal access, equal opportunity affirmative action employer that is fully committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff.
To apply: Applications will only be accepted online. To apply, please go to:
http://tinyurl.com/umkcjobsearch. Please attach Cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, statement of Teaching Philosophy and three references as one document for the “Resume” attachment. You will need to use 00051486 to call up this position for application.