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Assistant Professor

Employer: East Carolina University
Location: Greenville

Position Type: Tenured & Tenure-Track
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Job Details

Job Title:

Assistant Professor

Position Number :

940675

Vacancy Open to :

All Candidates

Department :

AAH School of Communication

Department Homepage :

(https://communication.ecu.edu)

Advertising Department :

COMMUNICATION, SCHOOL OF

Division :

Academic Affairs

Classification Title :

Assistant Professor

Working Title :

Assistant Professor

Number of Vacancies :

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) :

1.0

Full Time or Part Time :

Full Time

Recruitment Range:

Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Location (City) :

Greenville

Position Type:

Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category :

Faculty (Teaching)

Organizational Unit Overview:

East Carolina University, in Greenville, North Carolina, is about 1.5 hours from the state capital of Raleigh, four hours to Charlotte, and 2-2.5 hours from Atlantic Ocean beaches. ECU is one of the largest institutions in the UNC System with more than 28,000 undergraduate, graduate, medical and dental students (https://facts.ecu.edu/). ECU is a leader in Distance Education (https://online.ecu.edu/).
The School of Communication (https://communication.ecu.edu/) is housed in the College of Fine Arts and Communication. We enroll nearly 800 undergraduate and 75 graduate students. We offer a Bachelor of Science in Communication, and students can concentrate their studies in Interpersonal-Organizational, Journalism, Media Studies or Public Relations. We offer a Master of Arts and, for undergraduates, an Accelerated Master of Arts in Communication, with concentrations in Strategic or Health Communication. Our growing graduate program also offers a Graduate Certificate in Health Communication. We house a Research Center with eye-tracker software, BioPac and VR equipment, and a Center for Communication Excellence.
The school values diversity, equity and inclusion. It seeks to attract a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber skilled in the scholarship of research, teaching and application of knowledge. The department strongly encourages applicants of women, minorities, and historically underrepresented groups.

Job Duties :

The School of Communication invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Strategic Communication. This is a nine-month, full-time faculty position available Fall 2023. Primary responsibilities include: (1) teaching existing graduate and undergraduate courses in strategic communication and new media; (2) collaborating with faculty on curriculum development for the graduate program and at the undergraduate level; (3) pursuing a program of research as a teacher-scholar, leading to publication; and (4) engaging in service at the university and to the profession and community.

Contingent upon available funding.

Minimum Education/Experience :

A Ph.D. in Communication is required, and the degree must be conferred and received from an appropriately accredited institution. ABD applicants with exceptional research, teaching and professional experience may be considered with the proviso of degree completion by the time of appointment. Candidates should have research and teaching expertise in public relations, strategic communication management, health communication, risk/crisis communication, organizational communication, and/or a closely related sub-discipline.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation :

N/A

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education :

The School desires candidates with knowledge of trends in Strategic Communication, and research or practical experience in data-driven strategy and message design, data visualization, and social/new media. Also preferred is experience in teaching courses in Strategic Communication, and in course and syllabus design and development.

Special Instructions to Applicant :

To be considered for the position, candidates must submit an online profile to the University jobs site, and with it upload (1) a current CV, (2) cover letter, (3) list of references with contact information, and (4) combined statement of research agenda and teaching philosophy (1-3 pages). Applicants, if they choose, may also provide a link to work samples in their CV and/or cover letter.An official doctoral degree transcript and two official letters of reference are required upon employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered toward meeting this requirement. For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Job Search, School of Communication, Joyner East 102, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858-4353.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date :

11/07/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Initial Screening Begins :

12/07/2022

Rank Level:

Assistant Professor

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting :

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/56567

AA/EOE :

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment :

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information :

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Organization

ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.

Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.

Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm

To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:

Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.

http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm

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