Visiting Assistant Professor Of Communication

Visiting Assistant Professor Of Communication

R0008618

Tampa

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Position Details

The Department of Communication's Advertising and Public Relations (ADPR) program, within the College of Arts & Letters at The University of Tampa seeks a passionate teacher and advertising practitioner / scholar to join a thriving undergraduate program as full time Visiting Assistant Professor.

This is a one- year position beginning in August 2024.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.

UT reflects this vibrancy; with 24 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in . News and World Report.

The faculty member would teach courses related to advertising principles and research methods, while seeking opportunities for professional achievement, scholarly production, and / or creative exhibition and mentoring students in creative exhibition.

The search committee invites applicants from underrepresented groups, recognizing the importance of diverse voices in strategic communication, and appreciates candidates with academic experiences with diverse populations.

About the Advertising & Public Relations Program

The Advertising & Public Relations undergraduate program fosters three concentrations : Advertising Creative, Public Relations, and the General (combined) concentration.

All three concentrations prepare students for professional and academic careers in strategic communication by featuring advanced digital facilities, education in theory and practice, advanced problem-solving, and exploration of communication ethics, as well as critical perspectives on media and culture.

Small class sizes at The University of Tampa allow for mentorship connections with students, as well as student engagement with local, national, and international networks in media, advertising, and public relations.

About the Department of Communication

The Department of Communication is home to four vibrant majors and participates in delivering two interdisciplinary . programs.

Undergraduate programs include Advertising & Public Relations (ADPR); Communication and Media Studies (CMS); Journalism (JOU), and Speech and Communication Studies (CSS).

Graduate programs include the . in Professional Communication (MAPC) and . in Social and Emerging Media (MASEM).

Responsibilities

The faculty member in this position will support the Advertising & Public Relations program by teaching courses that include principles of advertising, communication research methods, and other related courses.

The successful faculty member will demonstrate and teach :

• principles of advertising and foundational knowledge of the advertising industry;
• strategic campaign development that solves communication / marketing problems by meeting client goals and objectives;
• knowledge of advertising / mass media research methods, digital analytics, and how to identify and measure key performance indicators that evaluate campaign efficacy;
• ability to analyze and leverage metrics to inform strategy and influence outcomes;
• professional knowledge of prominent social media and website platforms.

The successful faculty member will :

• create an inclusive, equitable classroom environment for a diverse student body,
• deliver a 3 / 3 teaching load (., three courses of four credit hours each during a 15-week semester),
• join a collaborative faculty group in continual curriculum and program improvements

Required Qualifications

Interested candidates should possess :

• a master's degree or . (or equivalent) by August 15, 2024,
• sensitivity to and understanding of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds,
• knowledge of strategic practices for meeting communication goals,
• knowledge of research methods for advertising and public relations,
• expertise in the teaching area,
• critical perspectives on electronic culture,
• commitment to social equity and community well-being.

Past teaching experience and professional experience are preferred.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Required Attachments

All required documents listed below should be uploaded the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

1. Cover Letter

2. Current Curriculum Vitae

3. Contact Information for 3 References

Finalists will be asked to provide sample creative work.

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