South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University is hiring: Assistant Professor, Media and Journali
South Dakota State University, Vermillion, SD, United States, 57069
Posting Details
Posting Details
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Institution
The University of South Dakota
Working Title
Assistant Professor, Media and Journalism
Posting Number
F01523P
Department
USD-Media and Journalism
Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion
Posting Text
The Media & Journalism Department at The University of South Dakota is currently seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor. This is a nine-month tenure-track position beginning August 22, 2025.
Responsibilities:
•Primary teaching responsibilities in Social Media Marketing and/or Strategic Communication in the Media & Journalism, Social Media Marketing, and Sport Marketing & Media programs.
•Excellence in teaching is expected in both face-to-face and online courses.
•Serve as a mentor to students outside the classroom.
Maintain an active program of research and scholarship.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Mass Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or related field , although candidates who are ABD will be considered.
Apply online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu by submitting:
1) cover letter of application, which includes your teaching philosophy and research interests
2) current Curriculum Vita
3) names and contact information for three references.
For information about this position or process, please contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Chuck Lubbers at chuck.lubbers@usd.edu.
Closing Date: Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Posting Date
10/22/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
11/25/2024
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
9 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor
Work Hours
Dependent upon teaching schedule and department responsibilities.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The Department of Media & Journalism is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of South Dakota and is located in the Al Neuharth Media Center, a state-of-the-art facility, featuring a media effects research laboratory as well as the offices and production studios of South Dakota Public Broadcasting. Accredited by the ACEJMC since 1997, the Department offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees with concentrations in Journalism, Strategic Communication, Social Media Marketing, and Sport Marketing & Media. The Department also offers a Master of Communication degree. With 125 students and 7 full-time faculty members, the department is dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of an ever-changing industry. Vermillion is located 30-50 minutes from major media markets in South Dakota and Iowa. For more information about the department visit www.usd.ed/mj.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological political or sectarian opinions or perspectives, or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
For information about this position or process, please contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Chuck Lubbers at chuck.lubbers@usd.edu.
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.
If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position
Describe any of the conditions selected
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure
Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Classroom Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment
If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required DocumentsCover Letter Curriculum Vitae Reference List Optional DocumentsOther
Posting Details
Logo
Institution
The University of South Dakota
Working Title
Assistant Professor, Media and Journalism
Posting Number
F01523P
Department
USD-Media and Journalism
Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion
Posting Text
The Media & Journalism Department at The University of South Dakota is currently seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor. This is a nine-month tenure-track position beginning August 22, 2025.
Responsibilities:
•Primary teaching responsibilities in Social Media Marketing and/or Strategic Communication in the Media & Journalism, Social Media Marketing, and Sport Marketing & Media programs.
•Excellence in teaching is expected in both face-to-face and online courses.
•Serve as a mentor to students outside the classroom.
Maintain an active program of research and scholarship.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Mass Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or related field , although candidates who are ABD will be considered.
Apply online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu by submitting:
1) cover letter of application, which includes your teaching philosophy and research interests
2) current Curriculum Vita
3) names and contact information for three references.
For information about this position or process, please contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Chuck Lubbers at chuck.lubbers@usd.edu.
Closing Date: Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Posting Date
10/22/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
11/25/2024
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
9 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor
Work Hours
Dependent upon teaching schedule and department responsibilities.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The Department of Media & Journalism is housed in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of South Dakota and is located in the Al Neuharth Media Center, a state-of-the-art facility, featuring a media effects research laboratory as well as the offices and production studios of South Dakota Public Broadcasting. Accredited by the ACEJMC since 1997, the Department offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees with concentrations in Journalism, Strategic Communication, Social Media Marketing, and Sport Marketing & Media. The Department also offers a Master of Communication degree. With 125 students and 7 full-time faculty members, the department is dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of an ever-changing industry. Vermillion is located 30-50 minutes from major media markets in South Dakota and Iowa. For more information about the department visit www.usd.ed/mj.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological political or sectarian opinions or perspectives, or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.
Contact Information
For information about this position or process, please contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Chuck Lubbers at chuck.lubbers@usd.edu.
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position.
Analyzing, Comprehend, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Protective Clothing/Equipment
Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment.
If other protection is used please identify
Physical Requirements
Please designate the physical requirements of this position
Describe any of the conditions selected
Sensory Requirements
Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position.
Working Conditions & Exposures
Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.
Vaccination recommended due to potential occupational exposure
Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above
Working Environment
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Classroom Environment, Lab Environment, Office Environment
If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents