[Commlist] Job Announcment: University of Hartford: Clinical/Applied Assistant Professor of Communication & Director of The Agency

*Clinical/Applied Assistant Professor of Communication & Director of The 
Agency *

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*Institution:*University of Hartford

*Location*: West Hartford, CT

*Category:*Faculty - ­ Communication ­ - Public Relations and Advertising

*Posted:*

*Application Due: *Open until filled. Applications before January 1 will 
receive preference

*Type:*Full Time

The University of Hartford's School of Communication seeks a full-time 
Clinical/Applied Teaching Assistant Professorwith expertise in managing 
a communications agency/firm and with implementing comprehensive 
communication campaigns and other projects. Under the clinical applied 
contract, the initial contract of 1-2 years is followed by subsequent 
contracts following successful review of performance and continuing need 
for the position. The position begins August 2020.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications: 
Ph.D. or a Master's degree; a professional background that could come 
from working in an advertising agency, in corporate communication, or at 
a public relations firm; and teaching experience.

The position’s primary role will be to oversee the student-staffed 
Agency and teach the class associated with it. The Agency is a new 
initiative at in the School of Communication, and the new faculty member 
will serve as its director and take a lead role in its development. The 
teaching load is three courses per semester.

Students who participate in The Agency work in teams to support 
on-campus and off-campus clients in their communication efforts. As the 
director of The Agency, the faculty member will be responsible for 
teaching the course that models working in an agency, recruiting and 
planning for client retention for The Agency, and managing The Agency’s 
client relationships. In addition, the faculty member may also teach 
courses at the undergraduate and graduate level on managing client 
relationships, social media, and public relations. There will also be 
opportunities to teach and develop other relevant courses, including in 
the UniversityInterdisciplinary Studies program.

Preferred candidates will have experience and expertise with any or all 
of the following: essential programs in the Adobe Suite; social media 
marketing; digital media and audience analytics; online presentation; 
search engine optimization; market research; creative strategy; media 
planning; and event management.

Interested candidates should apply online at: 
http://hartford.peopleadmin.com/postings/2934

Candidates must submit: a current curriculum vitae or resume with 
contact information; a letter of application describing their interest 
and qualifications for the position; three signed letters of reference; 
a statement explaining how their teaching and vision for the agency at 
the University of Hartford will contribute to a culture of inclusion and 
campus diversity; and samples of professional work.

If available, candidates can also submit (optional): a sample syllabus 
for a course they have taught; and quantitative and/or qualitative 
teaching evaluations.

General inquiries about the position may be directed to Adam Chiara, 
Search Committee Chair, at (chiara /at/ hartford.edu) 
<mailto:(chiara /at/ hartford.edu)>. Screening begins December 16 and will 
continue until the position is filled. Applications received by January 
1 will receive preference.

Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning 
environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission 
is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values 
necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. 
More information about our academic mission and the University of 
Hartford can be seen at www.hartford.edu <http://www.hartford.edu>.

The University of Hartford is an open and welcoming community, which 
values diversity in all its forms. In addition, the University aspires 
to have its faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student 
body and the Hartford region. Candidates committed to working with 
diverse populations and conversant in multicultural issues are 
encouraged to apply.

The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity and 
Affirmative Action employer, Male/Female/Disabled/Veteran. Women and 
members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.


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