Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Strategic Communication

Position InformationProposed Faculty Rank Assistant ProfessorDepartment 00085 - CommunicationCity Salt Lake City, UTTrack Non Tenure TrackNew Position to Begin 7/1/25DetailsThe Department of Communication at the University of Utah invites applications for an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in-person position in Strategic Communication effective July 1, 2025.Strategic Communication is the most popular emphasis in the Department of Communication at the University of Utah, and we expect student interest in both the existing major and the new strategic communication minor will grow. Undergraduates in Strategic Communication learn concepts and hone skills in public relations, advertising, marketing, branding, organizational communication, and campaign design/evaluation. A lecturer position at the University of Utah is fully integrated into the department, appointed for multi-year renewable contracts, and eligible for promotion.The successful candidate will provide leadership in the design and delivery of the undergraduate program, advise undergraduate student organizations related to strategic communication (e.g., PRSSA ), strengthen relationships with local, national, and international partners, and foster internship opportunities. Candidates must be an excellent teacher dedicated to cultivating informed and ethical students who are ready to enter the workforce as well-prepared professionals. The standard annual teaching load for non-tenure track lecturers in the Department of Communication is 3/3 (three courses in the fall and three courses in the spring). The successful candidate must be willing to teach courses such as: Introduction to Strategic Communication, PR Cases & Campaigns, Writing for Strategic Communication, Visual Editing, Principles of Advertising, Advertising Media Analysis and Planning, Media and Society, Media Writing, Integrated Marketing Communication, Mass Communication Law, Media Ethics, and/or the Capstone Experience in Strategic Communication. A strong preference will be given to candidates exploring uses of AI in their classrooms.Successful candidates for the position should have either a master’s degree with extensive professional strategic communication experience (e.g., public relations, advertising, and/or marketing) and/or a PhD in Communication or a related discipline with a strong background in teaching.Applicants must submit a letter of interest; CV; teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness; examples of professional work and/or a writing sample; and the names of three references. Questions about the position are welcome and can be directed to Robin Jensen, Search Committee Chair;r.e.jensen@utah.edu. Review of applications will begin February 3, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience.EEO/Non-Discrimination InformationAll qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. 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Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.Special Instructions for CandidatesIf the teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness cannot be uploaded as a single document, please upload the evidence of teaching effectiveness separately under “Applicant Document – Other.”Open Date 12/13/2024Close DateOpen Until Filled YesRequisition Number PRN01325CFType Faculty