Assistant Professor - Journalism/Mass Communication

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

12 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Employee retirement (TSERS)

EAP

Campus discounts

Bookstore discount

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication. The role emphasizes teaching undergraduate courses, conducting research, advising and mentoring students, and contributing to accreditation and program assessment.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in mass communication, journalism, media, or a closely related field, with 18 graduate credits in teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in journalism, mass communications or media or closely related field.
• 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline.
• Experience teaching at the university level.
• Research experience at the university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate-level courses.
• Conduct research in the field.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Recruit students and contribute to curriculum development.
• Engage in accreditation procedures and program assessment.
• Provide service to department, college and university.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research experience

Professional training

Education

Ph.D. in mass communication or journalism or media

18 graduate credit hours in teaching

Job description

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

Position Number 007808

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

FTE 40 hours/week, 9 months

Organizational Division Journalism & Mass Comm

Organizational Location College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Organizational Unit Journalism & Mass Comm

Posting Number EPA3199

Open Date 09/14/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Date Position Available August 2027

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The primary responsibilities for this 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication include teaching undergraduate-level courses, conducting research, student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, conducting scholarly activities, and all other activities required for tenure. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment, and service to the department, College, and University as needed.

Candidates must have Ph.D. in mass communication, journalism, media or in a closely related field with 18 graduate credit hours in the teaching discipline.

• Earned a Ph.D. in Journalism, Mass Communications or Media.
• Professional training
• Teaching experience at the University level
• Research experience at the University level

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more