[ecrea] Film and Video Communications Professor Position --Zayed University Abu Dhabi

Zayed University in Abu Dhabi is seeking an assistant/associate 
professor in film and video.  Details in link below.

http://hrapps2.zu.ac.ae/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?page=/oracle/apps/irc/candidateSelfService/webui/VisVacDispPG&OAHP=IRC_EXT_SITE_VISITOR_APPL&OASF=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&akRegionApplicationId=821&transactionid=606600053&retainAM=N&addBreadCrumb=RP&p_svid=9364&p_spid=442217&oapc=6&oas=s4qD4dAkWdXwjxNmgauPUw..


_*ZAYED UNIVERSITY:  ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, FILM & VIDEO*_
_*The Opportunity

*_ The College of Communication and Media Sciences offers a 
comprehensive program of study, providing students opportunities to 
develop their communication skills and prepare themselves to play 
important professional leadership roles.

Our faculty represent approx. 17 different nationalities and are 
committed to our mission, which is to graduate students who:

• Understand the role of mass communication in Islamic and global cultures;
• Master written, oral and visual skills in English and Arabic;
• Use digital media technologies thoughtfully and appropriately;
• Value truth, accuracy, fairness and diversity;
• Think critically, be innovative and engage in dialogue;
• Contribute to the body of knowledge in mass communication from this 
region;
• Assist in the future development of the UAE and the global community.

Studies lead to a B.S. degree in Communication and Media Sciences with 
specializations in one of four areas: Converged Media, Film and Video 
Communications, Integrated Strategic Communications and Tourism and 
Cultural Communications. Undergraduate courses are single-gender 
education with male and female students attending separate classes in 
separate facilities. Graduate programs leading to an M.A. degree also 
exist in Tourism and Cultural Communication and in Strategic Public 
Relations.

The College of Communication and Media Sciences is seeking candidates to 
begin Fall 2017. A search for these positions will open immediately and 
remain open until filled.

_*The Responsibilities

*_ The College seeks candidates at the Assistant, Associate and Full 
Professor levels. The College is seeking dynamic individuals who can 
provide expertise and leadership in the Film and Video Communications 
specialization. We seek candidates with innovative ideas who will be 
able to teach photojournalism, video and audio production/media and film 
and television. Candidates would be expected to be qualified to support 
these activities.

The position also requires the successful applicant to handle student 
advising, course development, serve on College-wide committees, conduct 
scholarly activities, including research and/or creative 
endeavors,engage in ongoing accreditation preparedness activities and 
teach both undergraduates and graduates.

_*The Requirements

*_ A Ph.D. or M.F.A. is required with relevant professional 
experience.Candidates for positions should have a record of previous 
teaching experience as well as professional experience and/or 
scholarly/creative activities in the area of emphasis and teaching 
experience that meets international standards. Candidates are expected 
to be effective teachers/scholars and are expected to teach in both the 
undergraduate and graduate programs and be involved in outreach efforts 
to the community. Preference for positions will be given to candidates 
who demonstrate the ability to teach, conduct research and/or engage in 
creative activity and participate in interdisciplinary College efforts 
in addition to their specific areas of specialization.

Successful candidates should have the ability to contribute to at least 
one or more of the College’s required core courses such as: media and 
society; public speaking and persuasion; media history; media ethics; 
new media; intercultural and interpersonal communications;culture and 
media criticism; and/or multimedia design. Knowledge of entrepreneurship 
as well as experience in social/digital media and creativity is beneficial.

Also desired, but not required, is bi-lingual fluency in Arabic and 
English. Previous teaching experience in an ESL environment is 
helpful.Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. For more details 
about the College’s leadership, faculty and programs, visit us at 
www.zu.ac.ae <http://www.zu.ac.ae>.

_*The Benefits

*_ The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is located in the southeastern part of 
the Arabian Peninsula. Qatar and Saudi Arabia are to the west, Saudi 
Arabia and Oman to the south, Oman to the east, and the Arabian Gulf to 
the north. The UAE is a tolerant country that values the contribution of 
the expatriate workforce. The government is committed to providing a 
safe environment for all citizens and residents. There is little to no 
crime as people from all different countries work and socialize together 
in harmony. Zayed University’s benefits package is highly attractive, 
with competitive salaries free of tax in the United Arab Emirates, 
housing, a furniture allowance, annual vacation airline tickets for the 
employee and immediate family, educational subsidies for children and 
subsidized healthcare for the employee and sponsored family members.

_*To Apply

*_ Please submit your resume online at www.zu.ac.ae 
<http://www.zu.ac.ae> along with the names and contact details of at 
least three professional referees, a statement of teaching philosophy, a 
statement of scholarly and creative interests,particularly as they may 
apply to the Middle East, and as to how they might involve undergraduate 
and graduate students.
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