Tenure Track Faculty in Social Media,Digital Advertising,and Public Relations-Framingham State

Location: Framingham, MA Category: Faculty Posted On: Mon Sep 27 2021 Job Description:

The Department of Communication, Media, and Performance at Framingham State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Social Media, Digital Advertising, and Public Relations beginning in the Fall Semester of 2022.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to the mission of Framingham State University. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. Drawing on our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we create better outcomes for our students and our community. We are committed to building and sustaining a university that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with a demonstrated commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Full-time faculty are expected to serve on university committees, advise students, and participate in departmental administration and curriculum development, while contributing to the vibrancy of the intellectual and creative community of the university.

The ideal candidate will be able to teach courses in Advertising, Public Relations, Social Media, Organizational Communication, and Leadership Communication. The candidate will be excited to develop additional courses about the intersection of digital media with public relations, organizational communication, and civics. They will also be passionate about the pedagogy of diversity and underrepresented communities.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral degree or MFA with substantial professional experience positioning the candidate as an expert in digital communication. Candidates without terminal degree in-hand will be considered, but a doctorate, MFA, or other terminal degree will be required at time of tenure review.
• Demonstrated expertise in public relations or marketing AND at least one of the following areas: social media analytics, analysis of user generated content, user experience design, social media campaign planning.
• Familiarity with critical as well as applied scholarship in the field.
• Strong commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, advising, and academic service.
• Experience with or a demonstrated willingness to participate in teaching, mentoring, research, or service activities that promote the growth of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive academic environment.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the Massachusetts State College Association (MSCA) bargaining unit. Salary commensurate with experience in accordance with Appendix O of the MSCA contract (http://mscaunion.org/day-and-dgce-contracts/)

It is the policy of Framingham State University that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment. Proof of the COVID-19 vaccine is required of all individuals hired by FSU, to be verified after a verbal offer of employment has been accepted, and before employment begins. Prospective employees may submit a request for a medical or religious exemption to the COVID-19 vaccination requirement to Human Resources. Furthermore, FSU employees must wear a mask inside campus buildings.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

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