[ecrea] Position Assistant Professor Social Media and Mass Comm

*Assistant Professor*

*Mass Communication & Social Media*

*Department of Communication & Creative Arts*

*Purdue University Northwest*

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*_POSITION_:*

The Department of Communication and Creative Arts, in the College of 
Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences, Purdue University Northwest 
(PNW) seeks applicants for an academic year Tenure-Track Assistant 
Professor position in Mass Communication and Social Media, beginning 
Fall 2017. The primary appointment will be at the PNW Hammond campus 
with expectations to teach at the PNW Westville campus on an as needed 
basis. Opportunities are available to collaborate in research, teaching, 
and engagement with faculty members across all colleges on both campuses.

*_QUALIFICATIONS_:*

  * Ph. D. in Mass Communication, or related discipline, required.
  * A minimum of two years of teaching media-related courses at college
    level required.
  * An articulated research agenda required.
  * Proficiency in written and oral English, the language of
    instruction, required.

*_RESPONSIBILITIES_: *

  * Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in mass communication,
    social media, media theory, media research, new media, and other
    courses as needed. __
  * Conduct scholarly research and/or creative activity in communication.__
  * Actively participate in department and university committee work and
    professional service.__
  * Frequent and extensive use of technology, including social media.
  * Collaborate with diverse faculty and staff.__

*_DEPARTMENT_:*

The Department of Communication & Creative Arts has 400 undergraduate 
majors and 40 graduate students in its M.A. program. We are inclusive of 
individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional 
backgrounds, talents, and skills. /The Department welcomes critical 
approaches to media studies and scholars attentive to the public 
interest and cultural diversity./

*_UNIVERSITY:_*

PNW is part of the internationally-respected Purdue University system 
and the fifth-largest university in Indiana. PNW has an enrollment of 
over 15,000 students and offers more than 70 undergraduate and graduate 
programs of study on two campuses in Hammond and Westville, Indiana.

*_SALARY:_*

  Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

*_APPLICATION PROCEDURES_:*

To ensure full consideration, submit electronically, via e-mail, a 
_single_ multi-page PDF document that includes the following materials: 
(1) letter of application; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) statement of 
teaching philosophy; (4) current research agenda; and (5) and names and 
contact information for three references by March 27, 2017.

Dr. Lee Artz, Professor, Media Studies

Chair, Faculty Search Committee

Communication & Creative Arts

Purdue University Northwest

2200 169^th  Street

Hammond, IN 46323-2094

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of 
employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful 
background check. Purdue University Northwest is an EEO/AA employer 
fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, 
including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and 
protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Purdue University Northwest 
offers benefits to same-sex and different sex domestic partners. For 
more information, 
see:www.purdue.edu/ethics/policies/FosteringRespect_accessible.pdf 
<http://www.purdue.edu/ethics/policies/FosteringRespect_accessible.pdf>

The initial review of applications will begin March 27, 2017 and 
continue until the position is filled.


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