"Warner Endowed Visiting Assistant Professor of Journalism"

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title

Warner Endowed Visiting Assistant Professor of Journalism

Requisition

202400175F

Rank

Visiting Assistant Professor

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type

Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College

College of Arts & Media

Department

Dept of Mass Communication

Open Date

02/12/2025

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/41524

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name

Wojciech Lorenc

Title

Dan Rather Communications Building

1804 Avenue J
Box 2207
Huntsville, TX 77341-2207

Contact Phone

(936) 294-4419

Contact Email

wlorenc@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Mass Communication at Sam Houston State University invites applications to the prestigious Phillip G. Warner Endowed Visiting Assistant Professor in Journalism position. We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual who can inspire and mentor the next generation of media professionals. The ideal candidate for the position should have a robust background in journalism and/or public relations, teaching and service specialization in media relations, strategic communications, and/or journalism, and the desire and ability to contribute to developing the department’s new major and minor programs. The position begins Fall 2026.

Key responsibilities include:
Teach a 3/3 course load, including the media practicum, such as Priority One, the department’s on-campus student PR agency. Teach two or more different courses, such as mass media writing, social media, PR campaigns, sports communication, sports PR, or other related fields in PR and/or journalism. Develop and implement new courses that equip students with essential workforce readiness skills aligned with the emerging media landscape. Organize guest speakers, workshops, and events that support the department’s mission. Participate in departmental, College, and University service while upholding their engagement in the field

Educational Requirements for the Position

A Ph.D. in journalism or a closely related field. A distinguished record of professional experience in the field of journalism or public relations

Experience Required for the Position

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience teaching in higher education. Prior experience supervising student organizations and media practicums. Experience developing and teaching undergraduate courses. Active in a professional organization (e.g. PRSA, NAB, etc.)

Other Requirements for the Position

Special Instructions Summary

About the Mass Communication Department:

The Department of Mass Communication at Sam Houston State University serves more than 500 students studying journalism, broadcast production, public relations, advertising, and film. Located in the Dan Rather Communications Building, it is home to 90.5 The Kat, Channel 7, Bearkat Student Media, The Houstonian, and the annual Heatwave Media and Film Festival. The department blends research-focused and practice-oriented faculty of various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

About Sam Houston State University:

Located 40 miles north of suburban Houston, Sam Houston State University provides high-quality education, scholarship, and service to qualified students for the benefit of regional, state, national and international constituencies. The university is classified as a High Research Activity university and a “Community Engaged” institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. SHSU, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is a growing community serving over 21,000 students across three campuses in Huntsville, Conroe, and The Woodlands. For more information, visit https://www.shsu.edu.

This visiting position is a renewable term appointment, typically ranging from 1–3 years. Renewal beyond three years may be considered based on program needs, performance, and strategic alignment with the department’s goals.

The position will remain open until filled.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.