[ecrea] vacancy - WWU hiring in critical media studies and Latina/Latino/Latinx studies

This year, Western Washington University will be hiring a critical 
scholar of Media Studies who combines a focus on digital media with an 
inter-sectional approach to Latina/Latino/Latinx studies.

Full details regarding the position and how to apply can be found here:

http://employment.wwu.edu/cw/en-us/job/495983/assistant-professor-critical-media-studies 


Michael Karlberg, Professor is Chair of Search Committee Department of 
Communication Studies Western Washington University <(karlberg /at/ wwu.edu)>

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 Assistant Professor, Critical Media Studies

Apply now Work type: TT Faculty
Location: Bellingham, WA
Categories: College of Humanities & Social Science

Position Title

Assistant Professor, Critical Media Studies

About the University
	

WWU enrolls about 15,000 students (undergraduate and master's level) and 
has a faculty of approximately 500 members (please visit the WWU website 
for more information: www.wwu.edu).  The university is located on scenic 
Bellingham Bay and is approximately 45 miles south of Vancouver, British 
Columbia, and 90 miles north of Seattle.  The region is rich is cultural 
events, and attractions as well as many recreational activities.

About the Department
	

The mission of the Communication Department at WWU is to teach 
communication that nurtures inclusive civil discourse and encourages 
cooperative solutions in a diverse world.  The Department currently has 
7 full-time and additional part-time faculty serving approximately 150 
undergraduate majors.  We seek a critical scholar of Media Studies who 
combines a focus on digital media with an inter-sectional approach to 
Latina/Latino/Latinx studies.  Applicants must also be qualified to 
teach at least one of the following required classes: our introductory 
survey of Communication Theory, our Research Methods in Communication 
course, or our capstone Communication Ethics seminar.

About the Position
	

The successful candidate will teach existing courses at the 
undergraduate level, including some combination of Advocacy through 
Media, Introduction to Media Studies, Issues in Media Studies, 
Communication and Critical/Cultural Studies, Communication Theory, 
Research Methods, and/or Communication Ethics, as well as other classes 
as needed.  The teaching load is six courses per academic year.  Members 
of the Communication Department actively engage in research that 
enhances effective instruction and expands the knowledge base and 
creative vitality of the discipline.  In addition, active service to the 
department, the College, the University, the profession, and the 
community is an important component of a faculty member's role at WWU.

Required Qualifications
	

    Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching of Media Studies
    Demonstrated commitment to an active and successful program of 
scholarship
    Ph.D. - Applicants are expected to have completed a Ph.D. in 
Communication no later than the 15th of June 2019
    Critical Media Studies scholar
    Focus on digital media (cable, streaming media, social media)
    An inter-sectional approach to Latina/Latino/Latinx studies
    Ability to teach our introductory survey of Communication Theory, 
our Research Methods in Communication course, or our capstone 
Communication Ethics seminar
    Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of students and 
faculty

Preferred Qualifications
	

    Evidence of commitment to university and/or community service

Salary
	

 Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Bargaining Unit
	

 United Faculty of Western Washington

Application Instructions
	

Candidates should upload a letter of application specifically addressing 
the qualifications, along with a CV, a diversity statement, evidence of 
successful teaching, and graduate transcripts.

Letters of recommendation are required, and will be requested of your 
referees via the PageUp system.

Finalists may be asked for student course evaluations.  For questions 
regarding the position, application process, or department, contact Ms. 
Michelle Reed Oppenheimer at 360-650-2294.

Closing Date Notes
	

Application review begins November 30, 2018; position is open until filled

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and 
affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly 
trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities 
and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with 
applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an 
environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not 
discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national 
origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, 
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, 
marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, 
including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU’s 
Policy on Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and 
Retaliation. Inquiries may be directed to the Vice Provost for Equal 
Opportunity and Employment Diversity, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, 
Equal Opportunity Office, Western Washington University, Old Main 345 
(MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) 
or 711 (Washington Relay); (eoo /at/ wwu.edu)

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified 
individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in 
an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human 
Resources Disability Services, 360.650.3774 or 711 (Washington Relay).

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Job no: 495983
Advertised: Aug 01 2018 09:00 Pacific Daylight Time


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