Assistant Teaching Professor - (02052.907)

Thompson Rivers University; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a passionate Assistant Teaching Professor to join their dynamic Communication and Visual Arts department. This exciting role focuses on teaching and mentoring students in content production, digital strategy, and storytelling. The position offers a unique opportunity to engage in scholarly activities and contribute to a vibrant academic community. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD in Communication and demonstrate effective teaching abilities. Join a forward-thinking university dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion while shaping the next generation of communicators.

Qualifications

• PhD in Communication or related discipline required.
• Master's with significant professional experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach eight undergraduate courses in Communication and Digital Journalism.
• Engage in scholarly teaching and mentorship activities.

Skills

Content Production

Digital Strategy

Storytelling

Social Media Management

Campaign Development

Education

PhD in Communication

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Assistant Teaching Professor - (02052.907)

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Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external

Job Type

Faculty (Tenure, Tenure Track, LTC)

Posting In effect from

2/5/2025

Closing Application Date

16/5/2025

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type

Academic/Career(max 24 credits)

Faculty Type

Limited Term

Anticipated Start Date

1/7/2025

Position End Date (If Applicable)

30/6/2026

DUTIES

This 1-year Limited Term Contract in the Department of Communication and Visual Arts will focus on journalistic and professional communication content production and design. The LTC will have the versatility to teach across the applied contexts of the Communication program. The LTC will have expertise or experience in content production and storytelling through the digital environment, including Social Media, Digital Strategy/Content production, and campaign development.

The LTC will be a committed and passionate teacher and have evidence of effective teaching or evidence of potential to be an outstanding teacher committed to scholarly teaching. We offer a Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Digital Journalism, and this position fosters teaching and practice within the synergies of these fields. This position offers a wide range of opportunities to engage in scholarly teaching and mentorship activities outside of the classroom. The LTC position teaches eight undergraduate courses during the academic year.The LTC will engage in active service work to support and sustain our rich programming, and to contribute to the collegiality of the department, division, and institution. The LTC will be expected to work collaboratively with faculty to design and deliver programming.

QUALIFICATIONS

A PhD in Communication, or a closely related discipline is required. A Master's degree in a related field with significant and related professional experience (minimum 10 years) may be considered.

Pay Band

$73,665.93 - $114,124.39 ( According to TRUFA Salary Schedule (Range TS01 - TS12) )

Location

# of Hires Needed

1

Organizational Unit

Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Arts -> Communication & Visual Arts

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit ourCareers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.