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Professor of Practice in Public Relations
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Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.
Position Status : Faculty, Full-time temporary
Location : San Diego
Position Type : Faculty, College of Arts and Sciences
Department Description :
The College of Arts and Sciences is at the heart of the University of San Diego. Our philosophy is built on the enduring values of the Catholic intellectual tradition, immersing students in the concepts of free inquiry, diversity and inclusion, ethical conduct and compassionate service.
The College aims to establish an academic foundation for students to thrive and gain a comprehensive education, which spans the sciences, arts and social sciences.
Through our exemplary liberal arts education and rigorous scholarship, we aspire to not only educate the mind but also develop the whole person.
University Description :
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949.
Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty.
Inspired by this centuries-old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background.
The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.
Detailed Description :
The Department of Communication in the College of Arts and Sciences at University of San Diego (USD) is seeking a Professor of Practice specializing in public relations (PR) to begin in the Spring 2025 semester.
The Professor of Practice should be able to teach lower-division courses in public speaking and PR, and upper-division courses in PR, strategic communication, and digital analytics.
The Department of Communication will begin offering a minor in PR in the fall 2024 semester. The Professor of Practice would have administrative duties within the minor, which would entail advising students, implementing professional development events, and organizing / advising a chapter of PRSSA.
Special Conditions of Employment :
Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations.
For more regarding information USD's COVID-19 protocols, please visit sandiego.edu / onward.
Background check : Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement : Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements :
The ideal candidate will have university teaching experience and 5+ years practicing public relations. This is a non-tenurable, benefit-based full-time position with the possibility of renewal contingent on satisfactory performance.
The Professor of Practice will teach three courses per semester (i.e., 3-3 load) with administrative duties related to the PR minor.
Salary and Benefits :
$5,547-5,632 / month; Excellent Benefits. The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers.
Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.
Application Instructions :
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Review of applications will begin September 1, 2024. Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application.
Candidates are asked to submit the following materials :
- A teaching statement and one sample syllabus
- Recent course evaluations (if available)
- Names of two references who will be contacted to provide letters of recommendation
Materials should be addressed to Brad Bond, Chair of the Department of Communication.
Equal Opportunity Statement :
The University of San Diego is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, covered veteran status, genetic information, or other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
USD offers same-sex domestic partner benefits.
Commitment to Diversity :
The University of San Diego is committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
Advertised : August 08, 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close : Open until filled
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