Assistant Professor in Media Management & Strategic Communication

Gulf University; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 22,500 - 27,500; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Professor in Media Management and Strategic Communication to join their dynamic team. This role involves teaching diverse courses, engaging in research, and contributing to community outreach initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD and have a strong background in media studies, along with excellent communication skills in both Arabic and English. This position offers an opportunity to shape future media professionals while fostering a collaborative and innovative educational environment. If you're passionate about media education and have the experience to back it up, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• PhD in Media Management and Strategic Communication is essential.
• 3+ years teaching experience in media management and strategic communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classes across various levels of media specialization.
• Engage in research and community activities related to the field.

Skills

Effective work relationships

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Research experience

Bilingual teaching (Arabic and English)

Education

PhD in Media Management and Strategic Communication

Tools

Media software

Job description

Assistant Professor in Media Management & Strategic Communication

Job Title: Assistant Professor in media management and strategic communication.

Department: Mass Communication and Public Relations

Program: Master's degree in Mass Communication

College: Administrative and Financial Science

Introduction: The Master of Media program at the Gulf University is designed to develop the media competencies for students who wish to keep abreast of the remarkable developments in specialized media studies, public opinion measurements, local and international media management, and linking them to the local community. By developing their knowledge in the fields of media and developing research methods and their skills. It also targets students with some prior experience in the media.

• Expected Qualifications:
• PhD degree in media management and strategic communication.
• Membership of a Media and Mass communication professional body is desirable.
• Expected Experience:
• A minimum of three years’ experience of teaching different courses in media management and strategic communication (in the specialization and other related courses).
• A minimum of two years of relevant industrial experience in the field of specialization.
• Experience in developing course specifications as per the National Qualification Framework and international accreditation standards.
• Experience in utilizing different software relevant to the Media specialization.
• Required Skills:
• Ability to create and maintain effective work relationships with staff.
• Ability to develop teaching curriculum and manage quality enhancement in the higher education environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid research experience in the field of specialization.
• Ability to teach both in Arabic and English language.
• Rules and Responsibilities:
• Teaching and learning: must be able to deliver classes for different levels of the program's specialization domains.
• Contribute to different committees at college and university levels that support the achievement of the program mission.
• Research engagement: must be engaged in different research and scholarly activities related to the specialization field.
• Community engagement: contributes to different community engagement activities organized by the college and university.
• Documents needed:
• Application Form.
• Copy of earned credential (BSc, Master, and PhD).
• Current Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover letter.
• Teaching, learning, and research philosophy.
• Three referees' contact information (email as well as their telephone numbers).
• Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.