[Commlist] Two tenure-track positions at Michigan Technological University

There are two positions in Communication and Media Studies at Michigan 
Technological University, Humanities Department.

*#1 Assistant Professor of Digital Media*

The Department of Humanities at Michigan Technological University 
invites applications for atenure track Assistant Professor in the field 
of Media and Communication Studies, or a closelyrelatedfield,with 
specialization indigital media and/or data journalism. We seek 
candidates focused on social media issues involving such topics as 
algorithmicdiscrimination and data justice, platform economies, 
governance/regulatory frameworks,infrastructures (technical and/or 
material), surveillance, media industries, and/or publics 
(e.g.,studiesofmisinformation/disinformation,civicengagement,platformizednewsandjournalism).Candidates 
may have experience/interest in methodological approaches including 
qualitative,quantitative, critical, interpretive, or mixed-methods. 
Ability to teach methods and tools for datacollection and analysis is 
highly desirable, as well as a demonstrated commitment to 
diversity,equity,justice, and human flourishingthat are the hallmarksof 
the Humanities.

Submit your application packet to: 
http://www.employment.mtu.edu/cw/en-us/job/492733 
<http://www.employment.mtu.edu/cw/en-us/job/492733>__

For more information, contact Dr. Sue Collins, (scollins /at/ mtu.edu) 
<mailto:(scollins /at/ mtu.edu)>

*#2: Open Rank Professor of Communication*

The Department of Humanities at Michigan Technological University 
invites applications for an Open Rank Professor of Communication to 
begin August 2022. Candidates should have a record of excellent teaching 
and scholarly work in Communication particularly linked to technology 
and communication in the public interest, with specialization in the 
fields of Human-Machine Communication (HMC) or Computer-Mediated 
Communication. Areas of research may include but are not limited to the 
intersection of human-machine communication and the following: AI, 
linguistics, interpersonal/group communication, organizational 
communication, disability studies, media and representation, culture and 
everyday life. We seek candidates leading empirical studies 
(qualitative, quantitative, interpretive, or mixed-methods) favoring a 
critical approach, who desire to be involved in interdisciplinary 
research, and who are committed to the principles of equity, diversity 
and inclusion within research and teaching. A demonstrated ability to 
secure grant funding would also be highly desirable. Ability to teach 
courses at the undergraduate level in linguistics, interpersonal, group, 
and/or organizational communication is also desirable.

Submityour applicationpacket to: https://www.employment.mtu.edu/cw/en 
<http://www.employment.mtu.edu/cw/en-us/job/492734>_-_us/job/492734 
<http://www.employment.mtu.edu/cw/en-us/job/492734>__

For more information, contact: Dr. Stefka Hristova, (shristov /at/ mtu.edu) 
<mailto:(shristov /at/ mtu.edu)>

The department's faculty teach and engage in research that both shapes 
and benefits from arich multi-disciplinary environment. The usual 
teaching load is 2 courses (6 hrs.) per semester pre-tenure with 
competitive salaryand benefits.

Applicants should upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, 
writing sample, evidenceof teaching effectiveness, and names and contact 
information for threereference providers. At least one letter must 
address the applicant's teaching abilities. Reference letters and 
additional materials will be requested at a later stage of the hiring 
process.Review of applications for full consideration will begin on Dec. 
10, and continue until theposition is filled. Preferred candidates 
should receive their Ph.D. in Communication, Media Studies, or 
closelyrelatedfield by August1, 2022.

The Humanities department offers doctoral and master’s degrees in the 
interdisciplinaryRhetoric, Theory, and Culture program and undergraduate 
major degrees in 
Communication,Culture,andMedia;English;andScientificandTechnical 
Communication.MichiganTech hasrecently launched nine initiatives that 
are closely associated with Humanities, including theInstitute for 
Policy, Ethics, and Culture (IPEC); Diversity and Inclusion; Health and 
Quality ofLife;Sustainability andResilience;and Education for the 21st 
Century. Please see our website: http://www.mtu.edu/humanities. 
<http://www.mtu.edu/humanities>

Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, MI on the south shore of Lake 
Superior. Houghton wasrecently named one of the 100 best small towns in 
America and the local community providesexcellentresourcesconducive 
toquality familylife. Thisarea isknown fornaturalpleasant summers, 
abundant snowfall, and numerous all-season outdoor activities. 
TheUniversity maintains its own downhill and cross-country ski 
facilities adjacent to campus and anearby golf course. Numerous cultural 
activities and opportunities are available on campus andin thecommunity.

Applications from women and BIPOC scholars are highly encouraged by both 
the departmentandtheinstitution.Michigan 
Techisbuildingaculturallydiversefacultycommittedtoteachingand working in 
a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from 
allindividuals. Michigan Tech is proud to be an ADVANCE Institution that 
has thrice receivedNational Science Foundation support to increase 
diversity, inclusion, and the participation andadvancement of women and 
underrepresented individuals in STEM.(seehttps://www.mtu.edu/advance/ 
<https://www.mtu.edu/advance/>)Michigan Tech recognizes the importance 
of supporting faculty members’ partners; candidates selected for 
on-campus interviews will be invited to bring a guest. Additional 
details on ourPartner Engagement Program can be found at 
https://www.mtu.edu/provost/programs/partner-engagement/ 
<https://www.mtu.edu/provost/programs/partner-engagement/>.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational 
Institution/EqualOpportunityEmployer,thatincludesprovidingequalopportunityforprotectedveterans 
andindividualswithdisabilities.

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