Assistant Professor, Communication, Media, Journalism and Film - 9 month appoint

Assistant Professor, Communication, Media, Journalism and Film - 9 month appointment

First date of consideration will be November 18, 2024. Review of applications will continue until filled.

Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Please note that documents that contain passwords, digital signatures, and other artifacts such as watermarks may not convert properly. If your document contains any of these items, please print and scan the document, then upload the scanned version to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.

Position Information

Position Title: Assistant Professor, Communication, Media, Journalism and Film - 9 month appointment

Work Location: Springfield Campus

Department: Communication, Media, Journalism & Film

Pay Grade: Unclassified

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.

Faculty Appointment Type: Term (9 month)

Begin Date of Appointment: 08/11/2025

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

General Function

The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.

Description of Primary Duties

The Department of Communication, Media, Journalism and Film at Missouri State University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Film Studies beginning August 2025. The successful candidate will teach three classes per semester in introductory and upper division undergraduate and graduate level film studies courses, including Introduction to Film, Film History, Film Theory, and Film Criticism for both online and seated modalities. Applicants must have evidence of teaching effectiveness and potential for a significantly focused research agenda.

The successful candidate will advise majors and participate in service activities appropriate to a tenure-track faculty position. Ability to work collegially and supportively with faculty colleagues and alumni with attention to the Missouri State University’s Public Affairs Mission of cultural competence, community engagement, and ethical leadership. Research and service duties as described in department guidelines.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

Additional Qualifications

PhD in Film Studies or related area, or advanced ABD considered with completion of degree by May 31, 2025. The ideal candidate is expected to bring an inclusive perspective on the social and historical contexts of movies as cultural artifacts and a familiarity with international film traditions. Candidates may develop new courses in their area of specialization. The successful candidate should possess strong teaching in small and large lecture style courses in multiple modalities. Salary commensurate with teaching experience and education.

EO/AA and Diversity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement: Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts - 1
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness -1

Optional Documents

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research Interest
• Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness - 2