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Assistant Professor in Digital Advertising

Employer
Louisiana State University
Location
Louisiana, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Dec 14, 2021

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Communications, Digital Media
Employment Level
Tenured/Tenured Track
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description and Responsibilities:

The Manship School of Mass Communication at Louisiana State University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach courses in digital advertising and strategic communication. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research and teaching incorporate content creation and management in emerging and digital media, digital media analytics, or social media marketing. The ideal candidate would also have the ability to teach courses in visual storytelling and advertising design to meet the growing needs of digital advertising students. This is a nine-month tenure-track position beginning in Fall 2022.

 

The candidate hired as assistant professor will also supervise doctoral dissertations, master’s thesis research, non-thesis option professional projects, and undergraduate honors theses.

 

They will also develop a portfolio of service activities, which preferably will include support for the Manship School’s efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.

 

Teach two graduate and/or undergraduate courses in digital advertising or other mass communication courses per semester. 50%

 

Conduct research in their field of expertise. 25%

 

Service to the Manship School, university and community. 25%

 

Required Qualifications, Assistant Professor applicants:

Ph.D. in Mass Communication, Advertising, Digital Media, or related discipline (A.B.D. candidates may be considered). Applicants should demonstrate a promising or established research agenda in social media advertising, digital media, and/or related fields.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education Level: Ph.D.

Specific Degree: Ph.D. in Mass Communication, Advertising, Digital Media, or related discipline (A.B.D. candidates may be considered).

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Education Level: Ph.D.

Specific Degree: Ph.D. in Mass Communication, Advertising, Digital Media, or related discipline (A.B.D. candidates may be considered).

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Additional Position Information:

This position provides the opportunity to develop new courses while engaging in an active research environment. The School is enhanced by support from its Reilly Center for Media & Public Affairs. In addition, the School fosters a lively and productive research environment through many funded research professorships available on a competitive basis. The School also offers unparalleled research facilities, such as the Public Policy Research Lab, Media Effects Lab, and Social Media Analysis & Creation Lab. More information about the Manship School is available at www.manship.lsu.edu.

 

Application Process:

Applicants should include a cover letter, CV, and a list of three references. For questions or additional information, please contact Dr. Jun Heo, search committee chair, at junheo@lsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on December 13, 2021, and continue until filled.

 

Special Instructions:

Assistant Professor in Digital Advertising. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. Be prepared to provide three letters of recommendation upon request.

  Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

 

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

COVID-19 Vaccine Protocol:

LSU requires the COVID-19 vaccine for all students, faculty, and staff or mandatory monthly testing. New employees must either submit proof of vaccination within three (3) days of their official start date, otherwise they will be entered into the mandatory monthly testing protocol beginning in November 2021.

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu

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