[Commlist] Vacancy: Assistant Professor in Journalism Studies @University of Groningen

We have a vacancy for an assistant professor in Journalism Studies (1 
fte; initial contract for 4 years) at the University of Groningen. The 
deadline for application is Nov. 19. For those interested, you can find 
more information about the post below or here: https://bit.ly/2qDH5Ci

best regards, Marcel Broersma


  Assistant Professor in Journalism Studies (1.0 FTE)

Excellent research assessments and growing student numbers enable the 
Department of Media Studies and Journalism of the University of 
Groningen to hire an assistant professor in Journalism Studies.

Candidates should be able to teach courses in our Dutch and 
international MA programmes in Journalism, our minor programmes in 
Journalism, and our international BA and MA programmes in Media Studies. 
Moreover, we expect the successful candidate to contribute actively to 
our research agenda which we are conducting in the Centre for Media and 
Journalism Studies. The position combines teaching (60%) and research (40%).

Our BA and MA programmes rank first among all Media Studies programmes 
in the Netherlands in the national student survey. The MA programmes in 
Journalism focus on high quality reporting in a cross-media setting with 
a strong focus on digital skills and innovation, and combine academic 
reflection with academic skills. The department admits 30 Dutch and 30 
international MA students on a yearly basis after a rigorous selection 
procedure. The minor programme in Journalism addresses a range of 
developments in the field of journalism studies, providing courses to 
students from a range of disciplines within the university.

Our international, English-taught BA programme in Media Studies focuses 
on the social and informative functions of media. It provides students 
with a thorough understanding of the affordances of different platforms 
and the interplay between them; the political and economic underpinnings 
of media systems; patterns of use, production and content; and the 
functions and impact of media in culture and society. The MA programmes 
Datafication and Digital Literacy, Social Media and Society, and Media 
Creation and Innovation provide students with cutting-edge knowledge of 
the digital transformations that profoundly change society.

Research is conducted within the interdisciplinary Centre for Media and 
Journalism Studies, which has been rated as “excellent/world-leading” in 
the 2016 Research Assessment. If appointed, the candidate is expected to 
actively contribute to a vibrant research environment. Ample support 
will be provided in applying for bids with national and international 
funding agencies.

The successful applicant is expected to:

- teach and supervise students in the department’s undergraduate and 
graduate programmes; international candidates will teach solely in 
English, they are offered the chance to follow a Dutch language course
- participate actively in curriculum development, design and 
administration of course modules
- conduct and generate top research in media studies or communication 
studies
- pursue research grants and other forms of external funding
- participate actively in international research networks and build 
international collaborations
- participate actively in the activities of the interdisciplinary 
research Centre for Media and Journalism Studies.


    Requirements

In addition to a number of basic requirements set by the University of 
Groningen, such as excellent social and communication skills, 
presentation skills, coaching skills and a results-oriented attitude, we 
are looking for candidates who have:

• a PhD in Journalism-, Media-, or Communication Studies, or related fields
• wide-ranging knowledge in Journalism Studies, preferably with a focus 
on the digital transformation of journalism
• teaching experience at university level and proven didactic abilities
• gained their University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) or are prepared 
to do so within a year
• an excellent research track record, including relevant publications
• an outstanding national and international academic network as well as 
strong contacts with professionals in the field
• willingness to make substantial contributions to the development of 
the Department’s research and educational programmes
• organisational experience and skills
• excellent command of English (at least CEFR B2/C1 level for reading, 
listening, writing and speaking)
• expected to have or gain understanding of the Dutch language (CEFR B2 
for reading and listening, and CEFR B1 for writing and speaking) within 
two years.


    Conditions of employment

*Fixed-term* contract: 48 months.

We offer you in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for 
Dutch Universities:

• a salary depending on qualifications and work experience starting from 
€ 3,637 (scale 11) to a maximum of € 5,656 (scale 12) gross salary per 
month for a full-time position
• an 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus and participation in a 
pension scheme for employees
• favourable tax treatment may apply to Non-Dutch applicants.

The appointment will initially be on a temporary basis for 4 years with 
the possibility of becoming a permanent position following a positive 
‘Results and Development’ assessment. The assessment for a permanent 
position is possible from the third year onwards.

Preferred date of entry into employment is 1 February 2020.


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