Assistant Professor, Strategic Communication, Department of Emerging Media

OVERVIEW

The Department of Emerging Media in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas seeks applicants for a full-time, benefit-eligible, tenure-track faculty member in Strategic Communication at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in September 2027.

The successful candidate will teach six courses (24 credits) or their equivalent per year in the practice and theory of advertising, public relations, and integrated strategic communication at the undergraduate level, including emerging practices in the discipline. The successful candidate will also work closely with undergraduate students by supervising student internships and coaching students for competitions, advising student clubs (Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), or the Advertising Federation), and/or mentoring undergraduate students participating in The Crest, our student-run media news outlet.

In addition to teaching, advising, and professional engagement, the faculty member is expected to perform service to the department, university, and community.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements: Applicants must have a Ph.D. (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, mass communication or closely related field, or alternatively, ABD nearing completion of the Ph.D. may also be considered, with initial appointment at the rank of instructor.

How to Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, all applicants must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.