Associate Professor & Editor, Digital Journalism

Rhodes University; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 826 000 - 988 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa is inviting applications for the role of Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in the School of Journalism and Media Studies. The ideal candidate will oversee critical journalism practice and research and must hold a PhD in Journalism or Media Studies. Significant teaching and supervisory experience in a digital environment is required. The roles provide a unique opportunity to engage with the community and mentor future journalists. The position may be permanent or fixed-term.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in a print and/or digital news environment.
• Emerging national profile in the discipline and a credible publication record.
• Proven track record of involvement in administration, management and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the editorship of Grocott’s Mail.
• Mentor self-reflexive media leaders and drive civic impact.
• Produce solutions-driven stories that bridge digital and historical divides.

Skills

Teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

Research supervision experience

Experience in Journalism/Media Studies

Education

PhD in Journalism Studies or Media Studies

Job description

A leading university in South Africa is inviting applications for the role of Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in the School of Journalism and Media Studies. The ideal candidate will oversee critical journalism practice and research and must hold a PhD in Journalism or Media Studies. Significant teaching and supervisory experience in a digital environment is required. The roles provide a unique opportunity to engage with the community and mentor future journalists. The position may be permanent or fixed-term.