"Assistant Professor of Journalism"

Assistant Professor of Journalism

The Department of Journalism and Mass Communications at Washington and Lee University seeks an experienced colleague for a tenure-track appointment as an assistant professor of journalism with an emphasis on broadcast and digital journalism. The appointment begins July 1, 2026.

Washington and Lee University is a highly selective liberal arts college of about 1,800 undergraduate students located in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley. Our department offers majors for students in journalism and strategic communication.

Our new colleague will teach courses such as Producing for Live TV and the Web, Broadcast Announcing Practicum, and Introduction to Mass Communications, as well as specialty courses in the candidate's area of expertise. The standard course load for faculty is five courses per academic year.

Washington and Lee University promotes a dynamic and welcoming environment that allows students and employees of multiple backgrounds and perspectives to learn, work and thrive together. Successful candidates will contribute to that environment and exhibit potential for excellence in teaching and vigorous scholarship or professional journalism work. We welcome applications from candidates that could contribute to the University's mission and strategic plan.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a master's degree in journalism, mass communications or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred but not required. Candidates must also have significant professional experience in broadcast journalism, in such roles as reporter, anchor, producer, or news director.

Application Instructions

Applications should include: A cover letter, Curriculum vitae, Names, addresses, email and phone numbers for three references. Please upload all materials in PDF format to Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/168868. Application review will begin on October 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Send inquiries to Professor Alecia Swasy at swasya@wlu.edu, or 117 Reid Hall, Department of Journalism and Mass Communications, Washington and Lee University, Lexington, Virginia 24450.

For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/168868.