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[Commlist] Tenure track positions in Communication Studies and Journalism Studies (3 positions), University Tampere
Mon Sep 23 11:20:55 GMT 2019
Tenure track positions in Communication Studies and Journalism Studies
(3 positions), Tampere University, Finland
/The higher education community of Tampere University and Tampere
University of Applied Sciences, Finland’s second largest
multidisciplinary higher education institution, places its faith in the
human potential and scientific knowledge. In this community of 35,000
people, leading specialists are addressing pressing global issues,
inspired by the challenge of making changes in the world. The spearheads
of our research and learning are technology, health and society./
We are now seeking three assistant professors, associate professors or
full professors in the fields of Communication Studies and Journalism
Studies.
The positions will be placed in the*Faculty of Information Technology
and Communication Sciences at Tampere University.*
<https://www.tuni.fi/en/about-us/faculty-information-technology-and-communication-sciences>The
Communication Sciences Unit of the faculty conducts research that delves
into our increasingly digital media landscape and the role of
communication technologies in reshaping not only our thoughts and
sensibilities but also our relations with others. Our three research
centres (COMET, TRIM and T7) create new knowledge of the impact of
publicity, gamification and theatre on our society and culture. Students
admitted to our multidisciplinary degree programme in communication
acquire a broad base of knowledge and go on to pursue careers in
journalism, media research, information research and (communication. Our
degree programme in theatre arts brings together artistic, professional
and societal perspectives.
*Job description*
_Position 1: tenure track position in Communication Studies _
The importance of communication is increasing at all levels of society.
Especially our need and opportunities for human interaction and the
impact of such interaction is growing. Technological advances and the
evolution of social media not only create new opportunities but also new
challenges for human communication and interaction. Our online and
offline worlds are becoming increasingly intertwined. Technology is
opening up new forms and spaces for public debate, and organisations
everywhere are placing an increasing emphasis on communications. More
and more jobs require strong communication competence. We are also more
aware of the importance of human interaction for our personal and
professional relationships. Our changing world requires communication
professionals to acquire new competencies and is also creating new jobs
in the field. The core mission of education and research in the field of
communication studies is to respond to these needs and challenges.
We are looking for a motivated and accomplished academic with a track
record of research in human communication and interaction. Candidates
will be expected to be familiar with research methods in the field as
well as theories relating to group communication, public speaking,
interpersonal communications or the development of communication
competence either from the perspective to face-to-face communication or
computer mediated communication. Being familiar with the Finnish
communication culture will be considered an advantage.
_Position 2 and 3: tenure track position in Journalism Studies, 2
positions _
The role of journalism in disseminating information is changing and
becoming increasingly important in our society. New media platforms are
reshaping the nature of interaction between journalists and their
audiences. Global societal challenges, such as climate change, migration
trends and political polarisation are also imposing new demands on
journalism, public discussion and the dissemination of information.
Addressing these challenges will be a long-term mission for research and
education in journalism. Two questions illustrate this mission: What
challenges will the changes in our society and communication environment
create for the journalistic profession, especially for journalistic
expertise and ethics? How will these changes affect the role and status
of journalism in society?
We are looking for two accomplished academics with experience of
research and education in journalism from a social scientific
standpoint. The two positions will focus on the following themes,
respectively:
Position 2: The journalistic profession and changes therein
The challenges relating to the future of journalism and the development
of journalism must be studied from the perspective of the entire
profession. How will be ongoing changes open up new possibilities for
the development of journalism? For example, real-time reporting and the
transition to digital journalism are imposing new demands on journalists
and forcing them to find new ways to interact with their audiences.
Considering journalists’ professional role, status and credibility, it
is important to foster increasingly open interaction with different
stakeholders. This requires the active development of professional
practices, critical research and the ability to respond to new ethical
challenges. When considering candidates, being familiar with the
journalistic field in Finland and fluency in the Finnish language will
be appreciated.
Position 3: The roles of journalism in society and changes therein
To understand the opportunities that are opening up for journalism, we
must explore the role of journalism in the context of broader changes in
our societal structures, institutions and the concept of agency.
Journalism plays a key role in public decision-making and in upholding
democratic values. Journalism reflects society but is also an essential
part of policy-making, economy, civic society and the interactions
between them. The study of these processes will shed light not only on
journalism itself but also on the societal institutions that embrace
journalism as an integral part of their activities and operational
environment.
All the successful candidates will be expected to:
* carry out and lead scientific research
* engage in research-based teaching, supervise students, participate
in curriculum development and manage and develop these activities
* acquire research funding
* actively participate in societal engagement activities and
collaborate with external stakeholders
*Requirements*
*Assistant Professor*
We require:
* an applicable doctoral degree
* the ability to undertake independent scholarly activity and
potential to pursue scholarly activity at a high international level
of excellence
* teaching skills required to successfully perform the duties and
functions of the position.
*Associate Professor*
We require:
* an applicable doctoral degree
* a track record of independent scholarly activity
* teaching skills required to successfully perform the duties and
functions of the position
* the ability to lead a research group and acquire external funding
* a track record of international scholarly or artistic activity.
*Professor*
We require:
* an applicable doctoral degree
* high-level scholarly expertise
* experience of leading scientific research
* the ability to provide high-quality research-based education and
instruction
* a track record of winning external research funding
* a track record of international scholarly or artistic activity
We are looking for candidates whose profile aligns with the strategy of
Tampere University and the Faculty of Information Technology and
Communication Sciences and who have experience of multidisciplinary
research. Ideally, for more senior level appointments, you will have
experience of leading or making a major contribution to a research
group. You will need to be fluent in English to be able to perform the
duties and functions of the position. Fluent Finnish will be considered
an advantage.
*We offer*
Initial appointment as an assistant professor and associate professor
will be for five years. Subject to successful performance, you will
become a tenured faculty member at the end of the first five-year
period. You will be well-supported throughout the five-year period to
ease your transition to a tenured position. Full professors will hold a
permanent appointment from the outset. A trial period of six months
applies to all our new employees.
Salaries are based on the job demands and on employees’ personal
performance in accordance with the Finnish University Salary System. The
starting salary range will be from €4,000 to €4,200/month for an
assistant professor, from €4,600 to €4,900/month for an associate
professor and from €5,600 to €5,800/month for a professor. A higher
salary may be agreed upon based on the successful candidate’s experience
and/or performance.
Please read more about*working at Tampere University*
<https://www.tuni.fi/en/about-us/working-at-tampere-universities>. You
can also find out more about our University and working and living
Tampere by watching our video:*Tampere Higher Education Community - our
academic playground* <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIlD8H-NFhE>.
Finland provides one of the most advanced and comprehensive social
security in the world. It includes for example sickness benefits,
various family benefits and a comprehensive healthcare system. For more
information on Finland, please check*InfoFinland*
<https://www.infofinland.fi/en/frontpage>and*This is Finland*
<https://finland.fi/>.
*How to apply*
Please submit your application through our online recruitment system.
The closing date for applications is*30 October 2019 (at 23.59 EEST,
GMT+3 / 20.59 UTC).*
Please write your application and all accompanying documents in English
and attach them in PDF format. Applications should include the following
documents:
* Curriculum Vitae according to*TENK guidelines*
<https://www.tenk.fi/en/template-researchers-curriculum-vitae>
* List of publications according to*Academy of Finland guidelines*
<http://www.aka.fi/julkaisuluettelo_en>. Please indicate your ten
most important publications and include links to them.
* Teaching portfolio (including your teaching and supervisory
experience, development of teaching skills, produced teaching
materials, your views on teaching and learning in the field)
* A letter of application in which you set out the reasons why you are
applying for the post and why you are particularly suited to it
(max. 1-2 pages)
* A research plan (max. 5 pages)
* The names, positions and contact details of two referees who can
support your application.
Candidates may be invited for a video interview during the first stage
of the recruitment process. The most qualified candidates will be
invited to Tampere University for an interview and may undergo an
aptitude assessment. They will also undergo a review by external experts
and may be required to give a demonstration of their teaching skills.
For more information, please contact:
Communication Studies, Professor Pekka Isotalus (tel. +358 503 951 173,
(pekka.isotalus /at/ tuni.fi))
Journalism Studies, Professor Janne Seppänen (tel. +358 504 201 493,
(janne.seppanen /at/ tuni.fi))
With questions about the application process, please contact:
HR Partner Eveliina Nurmi (tel. +358401981825, (eveliina.nurmi /at/ tuni.fi))
https://tuni.rekrytointi.com/paikat/?o=A_A&jid=315
*Application period starts: *2019-09-20 11:00*Application period ends:
*2019-10-30 23:59
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