Tenure‑Track Media Studies Scholar

Loyola Marymount University

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 95,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Loyola Marymount University (LMU) in Los Angeles invites applications for a tenure-line Assistant Professor in Media Studies within the Communication Studies Department. The successful candidate will teach introductory courses in communication theory, research, and media studies, as well as upper-division courses and DMCI minor offerings, while pursuing an active research agenda.

LMU emphasizes inclusive excellence and the teacher-scholar model, with a demonstrated commitment to diverse student

Qualifications

PhD in Communication Studies or Media Studies completed by Aug 2027 or evidence of workable timeline.
Ability to teach intro courses in communication theory, research, and media studies; upper division and DMCI minor courses.
Evidence of an active research agenda.
Commitment to inclusive, student-centered education and diverse backgrounds.
Preference for a research agenda focused on media industries or media institutions.
Media production skills; experience teaching research methods and theories in Communication Studies.

Responsibilities

Advise majors and DMCI minors; contribute to curriculum assessment and development; participate in service.
Teach 4-unit classes on a 2-year rotation with 40% research, 40% teaching, 20% service.
Contribute to LMU Core Curriculum; foster collaborative, interdisciplinary and community-engaged teaching.