Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Advertising Program, Department of Communication Studies

Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Advertising Program, Department of Communication Studies
University of San Francisco

R0006951
USF Hilltop Campus

Job Title:
Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Advertising Program, Department of Communication Studies

Job Summary:
Job Summary: The Advertising Program in the Department of Communication Studies at the University of San Francisco (USF) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Advertising position to begin in Fall 2023, contingent upon funding approval.

The Advertising Program is primarily seeking a digital advertising (and/or media) specialist. Candidates with other areas of specialization may also be considered. In addition, candidates should display the capacity to help develop curricula that engage diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Full Job Description:

Job Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities will include several of the following: introductory theory-based courses (such as Advertising and Persuasion, Rhetoric and Consumer Culture, Fundamentals of Creative Strategy, Fundamentals of Creative Development), skills-based courses (such as Copywriting, Art Direction, Controversial Topics in Advertising, Advertising Research Methods, Social Media, Innovation in Advertising, Media Buying and Planning), and/or a capstone course (such as Campaign Project or Internship). There may also be opportunities to develop new courses in the candidate's area of specialization.

The standard tenure-track teaching load for this position at USF is two 4-unit courses per semester with an additional third course every fourth semester (2-2-2-3 over two years). In addition to teaching courses in her or his areas of specialization, the successful candidate will serve as a faculty advisor to students in the Advertising major and minor and perform other service in support of the Advertising Program, College, and University, as well as maintain an active research program that engages students when possible.

Minimum Qualifications:

ABD candidates with substantial industry experience will be considered, but a doctorate in Advertising, Marketing, Design, Communication, Business with a focus on Advertising or Marketing or Strategic Planning, or another Advertising/Education-related field, must be earned by August 2023. Preference will be given to applicants with both industry experience and a proven record of teaching excellence. A strong record of teaching at the university level, evidence of scholarship, and an understanding of and commitment to support the mission of the University of San Francisco are required. The successful candidate must be able to offer their reflections on equity, and strategies for success in engaging with BIPOC students.

Applicants should submit: a cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, a research statement or brief description of research agenda, samples of published research and/or professional work, a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching ability (e.g., sample syllabi, teaching evaluations), a diversity statement (which may include your thoughts and/or experiences concerning equitable education for underserved and marginalized communities, your commitment to or experience with broadening participation and accessibility in the field, and/or experience and success in engaging with BIPOC students), and three letters of reference, ideally two academic and one professional/industry (requested upon submission of application). Optional documents may include a creative/industry portfolio (if applicable) and industry awards (if applicable). Additional materials may be requested later in the process.

Questions can be addressed to advertisingsearch@usfca.edu. A review of completed applications will begin on October 20, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of San Francisco is seeking to hire a cohort of new faculty whose scholarship and/or community-engaged research and creative work focuses on the experiences of Black and Latinx communities, or antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion more generally, and who have proven expertise and experience in mentoring Black, Latinx and underrepresented students.

USF is entering into the second year of a faculty diversity hiring initiative; in the first year, 70% of new full-time faculty hires were faculty of color. Junior BIPOC faculty are invited to participate in mentoring, community building and peer to peer opportunities coordinated by the Vice Provost for Equity, Inclusion and Faculty Excellence. Faculty also enjoy peer support through affinity groups such as the Asian and Asian American Staff/Faculty Council, Black Community Council, LGBTQ Caucus and La Colectiva of Latinx Staff and Faculty.

In addition all new faculty have access to a free membership with the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity and support from the Center for Teaching Excellence and Center for Research, Artistic and Scholarly Excellence.

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time

Pay Rate:
Salary

To apply, visit https://usfca.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/USF_Full-Time_Faculty/job/USF-Hilltop-Campus/Assistant-Professor--Tenure-Track--Advertising-Program--Department-of-Communication-Studies_R0006951.

The University of San Francisco is located in the heart of one of the world’s most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields. Its diverse student body enjoys direct access to faculty, small classes and outstanding opportunities in the city itself. USF is San Francisco's first university, and its Jesuit Catholic mission helps ignite a student’s passion for social justice and a desire to “Change the World From Here.” For more information, visit http://www.usfca.edu.

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