Faculty Position Openings Template

Kennesaw State University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Communication with a focus on Media Studies. Qualifications include an earned doctorate in mass communication, media studies or a related field (ABD will be considered). The ideal candidate will understand the uses and effects of mass media for individuals and society, and will foster critical analysis of media in a cultural context. Responsibilities include teaching required upper level courses in media studies, contributing to the teaching of other communication courses, performing service duties, and maintaining scholarly productivity. Current courses include Communication Theory, Uses and Effects of Mass Media, Contemporary Issues in Mass Media, and the Media Studies Capstone. Commitment to excellence in teaching, complemented by strong scholarship and engagement, is expected of all faculty members in KSU’s College of Humanities & Social Sciences.

The Department wishes to provide an inclusive learning environment to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. Candidates are, therefore, encouraged to address in their application how they can contribute to the diversity of the community.

Department:	Communication
Position Title:	Assistant Professor of Communication
Position Qualifications/ Responsibilities:	Kennesaw State University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Communication with a focus on Media Studies. Qualifications include an earned doctorate in mass communication, media studies or a related field (ABD will be considered). The ideal candidate will understand the uses and effects of mass media for individuals and society, and will foster critical analysis of media in a cultural context. Responsibilities include teaching required upper level courses in media studies, contributing to the teaching of other communication courses, performing service duties, and maintaining scholarly productivity. Current courses include Communication Theory, Uses and Effects of Mass Media, Contemporary Issues in Mass Media, and the Media Studies Capstone. Commitment to excellence in teaching, complemented by strong scholarship and engagement, is expected of all faculty members in KSU’s College of Humanities & Social Sciences. The Department wishes to provide an inclusive learning environment to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. Candidates are, therefore, encouraged to address in their application how they can contribute to the diversity of the community.
Application Procedure:	Application materials, including a letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position; current curriculum vita; teaching evaluations; statement of teaching philosophy; sample syllabi; names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of at least three references; and graduate transcripts should be electronically submitted to: Dr. Chuck Aust, Search Committee Chair, using the following address: mediastudies@kennesaw.edu Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To guarantee consideration, materials must be received by November 16, 2009. For a detailed description of the university, college and department, please visit our home page at www.kennesaw.edu.
Date Position Available:	August, 2010. This position is contingent upon budgetary allocation.
Policy Statement:	Kennesaw State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or sexual orientation in employment or provision of services. Georgia is an Open Records State. AA/EOE.
Questions About Position Opening:	For questions about this position, please contact Dr. Chuck Aust at caust@kennesaw.edu