Instructor / Assistant Professor of Practice, Fall 2021
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Position Type
- Assistant Professor
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Location:
Knoxville, TN
Open Date:
Mar 10, 2021
Description:
The School of Advertising and Public Relations in the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s (UTK) College of Communication and Information (CCI), seeks a non-tenure-track Instructor of Practice or Assistant Professor of Practice in Public Relations (PBRL) depending on qualifications. This is a 9-month appointment to begin August 1, 2020 with a 3-year, renewable contract. The salary for the position is competitive and commensurate with experience.
The successful candidate will teach four classes in both fall and spring semesters. School, college, university, and/or professional service are also expected at the discretion of the Director. We especially welcome candidates with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations and the ability to teach a number of the courses required for the PBRL degree: Principles of Public Relations, Graphic Design, Public Relations Writing, Advanced Public Relations Writing, Public Relations Cases, Public Relations Professional Seminar, Public Relations Campaigns, or other special topics courses in the major.
Qualifications:
Ph.D in public relations or related area required for Assistant Professor of Practice / Master’s degree in public relations or a related area required for Instructor of Practice. Plus evidence of excellence in teaching or significant, relevant professional experience (at least 5 years) in the field of public relations.
Experience in – or the potential for – building an equitable and diverse environment in teaching, mentoring, life experiences, or service is also required. The ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students and staff from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds is essential. CCI’s Diversity and Inclusion Statement can be viewed at https://www.cci.utk.edu/diversity-statement. The candidate should also have the ability to build positive and mutually beneficial relationships with professionals working in a variety of communication and information sectors.
Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita or resume, and the names and contact information of at least three references who can speak about your experience in the industry of public relations or teaching classes in public relations. Additionally, if you have classroom experience, please send teaching evaluations for at least the most recent 2 years of teaching.
Please email adpr@utk.edu and indicate "ADPR APP Search" in the subject of the email with questions or for more information.
Apply by April 15, 2021 for priority consideration.
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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