Assistant/Associate Professor

Winston-Salem State University

Winston-Salem (NC)

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USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Winston-Salem State University in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a full-time, nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Multiplatform Journalism to begin August 2027. The role includes teaching undergraduate courses, advising and mentoring students, and engaging in scholarly activity.

The successful candidate will pursue publications, present at conferences, provide service within the department and university, and contribute to community-focused mass media initiatives and collaborations.

Qualifications

doctoral degree in journalism (or related discipline) or an equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution.
Evidence of professional multiplatform journalism experience across digital media, TV, radio, print and multimedia storytelling.
Proven teaching experience at the college/university level.
Experience teaching undergraduate students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Ability to engage students using a range of technologies in the learning process.
Experience mentoring undergraduates and guiding educational pathways to graduation.
Record of interdisciplinary teaching and research collaborations.
Commitment to liberal education in a culturally pluralistic community and active professional development.

Responsibilities

Teach face-to-face undergraduate courses in journalism and related topics.
Advise students in major selection and academic planning; monitor progress.
Develop detailed course syllabi and engaging class activities.
Present at professional conferences and contribute to scholarship or creative activity.
Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines on curriculum and projects.
Support community engagement through mass media initiatives and outreach.

Skills

Multiplatform journalism

Teaching experience

Diversity in teaching

Tech-enabled teaching

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Liberal education

Communication skills

Mass media projects

Education

Doctoral degree in journalism or related field

Tools

Adobe Suite

Canvas LMS

Job description

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

FLSA

Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)

80090

EPA Position Type

JCAT

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position

Faculty in the Department of Communication and Media Studies seeks applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Multiplatform Journalism in the College of Arts, Sciences and Education. The start date for this position is August 2027. Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses, serving as a faculty advisor, mentoring and coaching students inside and outside the classroom; producing scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed journals within the discipline area or engaging in professional, creative activities that demonstrate innovative use of multimedia in the discipline; facilitating presentations at well-respected professional conferences; serving on committees at the department, College and university levels; College and university service as well as engaging in service to one’s professional discipline and the larger Winston-Salem and Forsyth County community.

Position Information

Working Position Title

Assistant/Associate Professor

Building and Room No.

Hall- Patterson

Appointment Type

Permanent Full-Time

If Time Limited.

Appointment Length.

9 Months

Position Number

001759

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

Normal Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, Various Class and Meeting Times

Department Required Skills

Faculty in the Department of Communication and Media Studies seeks exceptional candidates who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching journalism as well as communication and media studies courses to undergraduate students. The following qualifications and skills are required for this position:

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in journalism (or a related discipline), or an equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution in journalism (or a related field).
Evidence of professional experience in multiplatform journalism, including digital media, television, radio, newspapers/magazines and multimedia storytelling.
Evidence of successful teaching in the field at the college/university level is required.
Demonstrable evidence of teaching undergraduate students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Evidence of utilizing various technologies that engage students in the learning process.
Evidence of situating undergraduate students in and mentoring them through educational experiences where they must leverage their content knowledge to benefit the larger community.
Demonstrable evidence of participating in interdisciplinary teaching and research collaborations with professional colleagues at the university, across universities, or within the broader public.
Candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to liberal education in a culturally pluralistic community, and they must illustrate a commitment to their professional growth and development via engagement in professional organizations and professional conferences.

We welcome candidates with a background in journalism (or a related field) who demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance communication curricular and co-curricular programs. Candidates must possess effective written and verbal communication skills, illustrate effective interpersonal skills and demonstrate the ability to work well with teams on mass media projects. Candidates must also demonstrate a range of journalism skills and proficiency in mass media applications, use computer technology effectively as a teaching tool, promote electronic learning activities for students, advance digital literacy through course content, and have experience with course management learning systems (e.g., Canvas).

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

We welcome candidates with a background in journalism (or a related field), as well as a demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, innovation, and collaboration in working with university colleagues and professionals in the discipline.

Evidence of innovative instruction, ongoing scholarship and continuous service within an academic department is preferred.
Evidence of at least three years of successful teaching in the field at the college/university level is preferred; Demonstrable instructional success at all levels of the undergraduate level curriculum, ranging from general education courses to upper-level courses in communication and media studies.
Evidence of an active research agenda that supports publication in peer reviewed journals or publication venues appropriate for the discipline.
Evidence of proficiency in social media applications.
Evidence of utilizing Adobe Suite applications to engage students in the learning process.

Licensing and Physical Requirements

Valid US Driver's License

Commercial Driver's License Required

Physical Required

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

The successful candidate will perform specific duties and responsibilities at a consistently high level. These duties include but are not limited to the following:

Teaching and Advising

Teach face-to-face undergraduate courses in journalism, digital storytelling, graphics and design, news writing and reporting, critical and persuasive writing, public affairs reporting, copyediting, sports journalism, global communication, social media and culture, and other special topics related to communication and media studies.
Communicate effectively with students and monitor their academic progress through EAB and other student success management systems.
Construct sufficiently detailed course syllabi prior to the first class.
Teach each class section, create and present relevant course activities, assess assignments by providing written feedback in a timely fashion, and evaluate student performance.
Hold office hours each week.
Advise students in selecting proper courses in the major and building academic pathways to graduation.
Foster student success and assist students in reaching their fullest academic, personal and professional potential.
Assist with curriculum development and strategic planning.

Scholarship, Research, and Creative Activity

Articulate an active research agenda that guides scholarly activity.
Produce scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed journals within the discipline area or engage in professional, creative activities that demonstrate innovative use of multimedia in the discipline.
Facilitate presentations at well-respected local, state, national, and international professional conferences.
Collaborate with faculty within the department, across the university, or at other institutions to procure sponsored research that will advance the department’s mission.

Department, College, University, Professional, and Community Engagement

Attend consistently departmental, College and university meetings.
Participate in service activities for the department, university, and community.
Collaborate with community stakeholders and other professional organizations.
Maintain membership in discipline‑specific professional organizations.
Assist discipline‑specific professional organizations with reviews of conference proposals, peer-reviewed journal articles, and other professional engagement opportunities.
Serve on community‑oriented committees, boards, and commissions relative to communication and media studies.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only

Position Type

Faculty

Time Limited Position

Appointment Length

9 Months

Salary

Commensurate with experience

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