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Newhouse Professor

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Job # 075433 Job Title Newhouse Professor Location S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Pay Range Commensurate w/ Experience FLSA Status Exempt Hours

determined by the department/chair

Job Type Full-time Rank Full Professor Campus Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description

Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications seeks a scholar with international standing for the position of Newhouse Professor, an endowed chair established at the founding of the School.

We are seeking a colleague who can examine the evolving construct of bias in communications and establish a leading research program that explicates the formation, manifestation and evolution of biases in the media broadly defined. Understanding that in the 21st century, bias can arise in new ways, from data-powered algorithms to transient social networks, we are seeking a scholar eager to lead in new directions and break new ground. A wide range of theoretical and methodological approaches will be considered. The position is well-supported with a significant research budget and travel funds included.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. is required.

Job Specific Qualifications

Qualified applicants will have a publication and citation record appropriate for an Endowed Chair, with an exceptional ongoing research agenda. In addition to publishing impactful research, the successful candidate will also have a vision for how The Newhouse Professor will lead the national conversation about the social challenges and opportunities in addressing bias in the public sphere. S/he will have a track record of collegial collaboration and experience mentoring graduate students, and advising doctoral dissertations and Master’s theses. The ability to secure grant funding is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

S/he will mentor graduate students, and advise doctoral dissertations and Master’s theses.

The Newhouse Professor will have a teaching load appropriate for a productive researcher.

Physical Requirements Tools/Equipment Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume and names, addresses, and information for four references.

About Syracuse University

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse area

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

EEOC

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Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.

Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community

Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.

Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/85356 Job Posting Date 11/23/2020 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Priority Consideration 02/15/2021 Job Category Faculty Message to Applicants

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