Assistant Professor of Public Relations and Strategic Communication

UKB University; Kalba; On-site; AED 257,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Arab Emirates seeks a motivated Assistant Professor of Public Relations and Strategic Communication. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD and have expertise in areas such as Media Relations and Crisis Management. Responsibilities include contributing to curriculum development and community engagement, along with a strong emphasis on teaching and research. This position offers an opportunity to grow the Public Relations program significantly.

Qualifications

• Strong research portfolio in strategic communication methodologies.
• Demonstrated publications in high-impact journals.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to growth of Public Relations and Strategic Communication program.
• Engagement in teaching, research, and curriculum development.
• Community engagement to enhance the program.

Skills

Media Relations

Corporate Communication

Crisis Management

Integrated Marketing Communication

Digital Media Strategies

Social Media Analytics

Public Opinion Research

Advocacy and Campaigning

Education

PhD in Public Relations or Strategic Communication

Job description

The University of Kalba invites applications for a qualified and motivated Assistant Professor of Public Relations and Strategic Communication in the College of Arts, Science, Information Technology, and Communication. We seek candidates holding a PhD in Public Relations, Strategic Communication, or a related field, with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Media Relations, Corporate Communication, Crisis Management, Integrated Marketing Communication, Digital Media Strategies, Social Media Analytics, Public Opinion Research, or Advocacy and Campaigning.

The ideal candidate will have a strong research portfolio in strategic communication methodologies, demonstrated by publications in high-impact journals. The successful applicant will contribute to the growth of the Public Relations and Strategic Communication program through teaching, research, curriculum development, and community engagement.