Assistant Professor of Digital Marketing-Tenure TrackSimpson College
Location: Simpson College
Open
Date: Sep 11, 2026
DescriptionThe Multimedia Communication and Graphic Design Department at Simpson College is seeking
applications for a full-time, tenure-track, assistant professor in Marketing Communication for the [contact details available in the full listing] academic year. We seek a
dynamic candidate committed to teaching who has expertise in digital and social media strategy, brand management, and marketing
communication. Ideal candidates will demonstrate an understanding of audience engagement, content analytics, and visual storytelling across
multiple platforms. Experience in sports communication or working with athletic brands and teams is highly
desirable.
Responsibilities- Teach six courses (or a 3-3 load) including core undergraduate courses such as Intro to
Communication, Media & PR Writing and Public Relations. Other courses would depend on expertise but could include courses in digital
communication, social media management, integrated marketing communication, brand strategy and ethical use of artificial
intelligence.
Contribute to the Simpson community and the department by advising students, teaching first-year courses, engaging in
professional development and being involved in service to the broader campus community.Supervise experiential learning
opportunities such as interdisciplinary student-run projects, internships and undergraduate
research.Qualifications- Ph. D. in Communication, Media Studies, or a related field preferred; master's degree with
significant professional experience in digital marketing, brand management, or sports communication will be strongly
considered. - Demonstrated expertise with digital and social media strategy, audience analytics, and storytelling.
- Evidence of
effective teaching or mentoring in higher education or in a professional setting.
Application InstructionsApplicants
should submit a cover letter, a current vitae (including names of three references), and graduate transcripts (unofficial). The cover letter
should highlight professional accomplishments and relevant teaching experience. Teaching evaluations, a teaching philosophy statement and
other evidence of excellent mentoring may be submitted as well. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are
unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
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