Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) Journalism (23-24)

​​​​​​The College of Communication seeks candidates for a non-tenure track, full-time faculty position teaching two face-to-face journalism courses per quarter in downtown Chicago and advising the DePaulia student newspaper. Applications reviewed beginning May 12 with expected start date July 1.

The successful candidate will:

• Teach journalism courses related to reporting, writing, and editing, along with any specialties and skills the successful candidate would bring
• Advise the award-winning DePaulia student newspaper (including Spanish-language La DePaulia), manage personnel, oversee its budget, and make strategic decisions about its business operations
• Understand and have a history of engagement with Chicago’s diverse media community with insights into how to partner with local media
• Contribute service to the Journalism Program needs on initiatives for students and faculty and collaborate as necessary
• Seek opportunities for professional development to keep journalism industry knowledge and skills current

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus significant professional journalism experience (5+ years) strongly preferred. Experience in print and/or digital local newsgathering preferred. Bachelor’s degree plus significant professional journalism experience (5+ years) and instructor-of-record university teaching experience will be considered.
• The candidate must have demonstrated experience in teaching and mentoring students or early career journalists on project work based on constructive feedback. Post-secondary classroom teaching experience highly desired. Some basic skills or work history in accountability or investigative journalism preferred. Spanish language skills are a plus.
• DePaul University seeks applicants that reflect the diversity of its student body and the city of Chicago. Applicants who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to an inclusive climate are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas. Members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

 

Application Instructions

Please include a short statement (1-2 pages) explaining why you are qualified for this position and interested, a list of three references (contacted for finalists), an updated CV/resume, and links to any relevant professional work. Please apply via https://apply.interfolio.com/123548

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, martial status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

Safety and Security Statement - Clery Act:

A copy of DePaul University's Safety and Security Information Report and Fire Safety Report is available upon request.  The report includes statistics about crimes that occurred on campus and public property immediately adjacent to campus.  The report includes institutional policies concerning campus security, sexual assault and other matters.  It also includes fire statistics, fire safety practices and standards of the institution.  A copy of this report can be obtained by contacting the Crime Prevention Office at 773-325-7775 or by visiting the DePaul Public Safety website at http://publicsafety.depaul.edu .

Title IX Statement:

Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX responsibilities.  At DePaul University, the Title IX Coordinator is Kathryn Statz.  Her office is located in Lincoln Park on the 3rd floor of the Student Center, 2250 N. Sheffield Avenue.  She can be reached at 312-362-8970, or titleixcoordinator@depaul.edu.

Required COVID-19 Vaccination:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent upon receiving all recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine including the booster or having a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.  To request a medical or religious exemption, please email employeerelations@depaul.edu

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check.  Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check. 

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:

Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire.  A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is a reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected.  For more information, please visit the following pages:  

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)

Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act