[Commlist] Post-Doc in Critical Media Studies

New College Postdoctoral Fellowship in Critical Media Studies



The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences at Arizona State University 
(ASU) invites applications

for a postdoctoral scholar position in the area of Critical Media 
Studies with an opportunity to

transition to a tenure-track faculty position.



The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences, part of the New College of 
Interdisciplinary Arts and

Sciences, has a strong tradition and history of interdisciplinary 
research and teaching at the

cutting edge of critical media research and emerging areas of media and 
is the home of the

Critical Media Studies Research Cluster. This working group brings 
together scholars from

across ASU and various disciplines to collaborate on research, teaching, 
and activities that

explore, identify, and question how media content and devices contribute 
to shaping social

structures, processes, and relationships. The successful candidate will 
work under the primary

mentorship of Dr. Deborah Hall, who is psychology faculty in the School 
of Social & Behavioral

Sciences and a member of the Critical Media Studies Research Cluster.



Applications are invited from individuals who are interested in 
conducting research and

teaching within the area of psychology, media studies, communication, or 
a related field. Thus,

preference will be given to applicants with an active or developing 
research record and

previous teaching experience in media-related courses. The successful 
candidate for this

position will also have the opportunity to work closely with faculty in 
the Critical Media Studies

Research Cluster.



The program seeks applicants whose professional preparedness and 
accomplishments are

informed by experiences working with and within groups historically 
underrepresented in

higher education in the United States. Preference will be given to 
applicants who demonstrate

through prior actions and achievements, a demonstrable commitment to the 
principles of

Inclusive Excellence that undergird ASU’s charter. Examples of such 
contributions are research

or creative activity focused on empowering underserved populations; 
teaching, mentorship,

and service that increases equitable access; and inclusion in fields 
where historically excluded

populations are underrepresented.



The School of Social & Behavioral Sciences will implement an 
individualized mentorship and

career development plan to ensure each fellow is well prepared to 
succeed in a future tenure track

appointment. Career development and community building will also occur 
through

programmatic support at the ASU Graduate College’s Postdoctoral Affairs 
Office.



The mission of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SSBS) 
aligns with the values of a

metropolitan research university, rooted in the belief that human 
behavior, social institutions,

and culture are best understood through interdisciplinary perspectives 
that integrate a variety

of intellectual and methodological approaches. Our dedicated team of 
educators, scholars, and

staff are committed to embodying the ASU Charter in every aspect of our 
work.

https://newcollege.asu.edu/ssbs



About the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences



At ASU’s New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, we take 
pride in breaking down

disciplinary barriers, cultivating an environment where innovative 
research flourishes. Our

faculty are not just educators; they are trailblazers in their fields, 
consistently expanding the

frontiers of knowledge. We invite you to join this dynamic community, 
where you will lead and

engage in pioneering projects that redefine academic excellence.



Our interdisciplinary approach offers you unparalleled opportunities for 
personal and

professional growth. By joining our faculty, you’re not just advancing 
your career; you’re

shaping the future of education and research in meaningful ways. You’ll 
be empowered to

innovate and address complex global challenges, all while preparing the 
next generation of

leaders. We are committed to supporting and guiding you throughout your 
academic journey,

ensuring that your contributions are impactful and transformative. For 
more information visit

us at https://newcollege.asu.edu/.



New College is located on ASU’s West Valley campus, blending a liberal 
arts education with

21st-century workforce preparation and a learning hub for students of 
all ages and backgrounds

supporting the rapid growth of its surrounding 14 communities. 
Integrating modern amenities

with the natural beauty of outdoor spaces, the West Valley campus offers 
over 125

undergraduate and graduate degree programs across business, engineering, 
education, and the

New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.



About Arizona State University



Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in 
the nation by U.S. News

& World Report for ten years in succession, has forged the model for a 
New American

University. Year after year, ASU ranks at or near the top of the list in 
areas that matter. ASU is a

comprehensive public research institution, measured not by whom it 
excludes, but by whom it

includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of 
public value; and

assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural 
and overall health of the

communities it serves. ASU operates on the principles that learning is a 
personal and original

journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the 
process of discovery

cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation 
and a commitment to

accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even 
as it expands

opportunities for qualified students, attracting some of the highest- 
quality students from all 50

states and more than 130 nations. To learn more about ASU, visit 
http://www.asu.edu.



All we do at ASU is guided and inspired by the ASU Charter, which reads:



ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom 
it excludes, but by

whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery 
of public value; and

assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural 
and overall health of the

communities it serves.



Successful candidates will demonstrate throughout their materials how 
their teaching and

research will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter.



Essential Functions of the Position



• Pursue scholarly activities (writing scientific papers and grant 
proposals, presenting at

conferences)

• Contribute to scholarly activities of faculty mentor and researchers 
within the Critical

Media Studies cluster

• Conduct data analysis and oversee data management

• Perform study coordination, project management, and supervision of 
other research

staff

• Provide in-person and online undergraduate and graduate instruction in 
relevant field

• Teach one course each semester

• Support the ideals of inclusive excellence in the College

• Other duties as assigned



Qualifications and Characteristics



Successful candidates will be effective communicators who engage in 
productive scholarship

and may be asked to perform duties common to academic personnel 
including grant writing,

mentoring students, and participating in faculty meetings.



Minimum Qualifications



● Ph.D. in psychology, media studies, communication, or a related field

● The candidate must be within five years from receipt of the doctoral 
degree



Desired Qualifications



● Higher ed teaching experience

● Evidence of scholarly achievement

● Experience teaching a multicultural population of students

● Background/interests in critical media studies, media psychology, or a 
related area

● Training and experience with quantitative research methods

● Evidence of independent scholarship and team collaboration, strong 
interpersonal

communication skills, and outstanding academic writing skills

● Prior first-author publication experience at peer-reviewed journals

● Experience in lab management and data collection management

● Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with students from a 
wide variety of

socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including first-generation 
college students

This position is located at Arizona State University’s West Valley 
campus. All postdoctoral

fellowship positions are for one year. Options for an additional year of 
funding or a transition to

a tenure-track position may be offered, depending on each fellow’s 
progress and training

needs. Because of the potential for the postdoctoral fellow to 
transition into a tenuretrack

appointment, candidates applying for this fellowship must undergo an 
interview process

that requires a research presentation, a review of their teaching 
portfolio, and individual

meetings with faculty, unit leadership, and college administrators.



Applications and Inquiries



The initial application deadline is January 3rd, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., 
Eastern Standard Time.

Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a 
reserve pool. Applications in

the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were 
received until the

position is filled or closed. A background check and official 
transcripts are required prior to

employment. For assistance with your application or position-related 
questions, please contact

(tracy.lowder /at/ asu.edu).



Only electronic submissions via Interfolio will be reviewed. All 
required materials must be

submitted at the time of initial application. Incomplete applications 
will not be considered.

Please submit all application materials to 
http://apply.interfolio.com/159554



Applications must contain:



• A cover letter describing how the candidate meets the required and desired

qualifications listed above

• A curriculum vitae with contact information, including telephone 
number and e-mail

address

• A statement addressing how the candidate’s professional portfolio will 
advance ASU’s

Charter

• Contact information for three professional references (their position, 
title, e-mail, phone

number), one reference must be from your current employer or academic 
supervisor



ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a 
criminal background

check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and 
certifications.

Employment is contingent upon the successful passing of the background 
check.

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University 
is a VEVRAA Federal

Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All 
qualified applicants will

receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, 
religion, sex, sexual

orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected 
veteran status, or any other

basis protected by law.

(See https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and 
https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/.)

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus 
security and fire

safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety 
Report is available online

at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf You may request 
a hard copy of the

report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
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