Tenure-Track Journalism Scholar & Educator

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia’s Grady College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track journalism faculty position to begin in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. courses; publish peer‑reviewed research; mentor graduate students; and contribute to college service.

Duties allocate 50% teaching, 45% research, 5% service across media law, AI, and more. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in journalism or mass communication (ABD considered).

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in journalism or mass communication (or related field with journalism research).
• ABD candidates considered.
• A strong research agenda focused on journalism, news, or informational media.
• Interest in mentoring graduate students and engaging diverse learners.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in media law, AI, political communication, media history, multimedia journalism, and media management.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in journalism and related disciplines.
• Conduct scholarly research and publish peer-reviewed articles.
• Mentor graduate students and advise on research projects.
• Carry out service activities to the department, college, and university.

Education

Ph.D. in journalism or mass communication

ABD candidates considered

Job description

The University of Georgia’s Grady College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track journalism faculty position to begin in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. courses; publish peer‑reviewed research; mentor graduate students; and contribute to college service.

Duties allocate 50% teaching, 45% research, 5% service across media law, AI, and more. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in journalism or mass communication (ABD considered).