Assistant Professor of Strategic Communication & AI

Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in public relations and strategic communication to begin fall semester 2027 (08/30/2027). Appointment is 100% time over the nine-month academic year.

We seek an outstanding scholar with a research and teaching agenda centered on public relations in the era of artificial intelligence and social media, with focus areas such as CSR,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Mass Communication, or related field by the date of appointment.
• Experience teaching undergraduate public relations/strategic communication courses.
• Scholarly output in PR/Strategic Communication related to AI and/or social media.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active program of scholarly research and publication.
• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in strategic communication.
• Advise students and contribute service appropriate for the rank and profession.

Education

Ph.D. in Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Mass Communication, or relevant discipline

Job description

The Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in public relations and strategic communication to begin fall semester 2027 (08/30/2027). Appointment is 100% time over the nine-month academic year.

We seek an outstanding scholar with a research and teaching agenda centered on public relations in the era of artificial intelligence and social media, with focus areas such as CSR,