Assistant Professor of Practice in Digital Media and Communications

Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Practice in Digital Media and Communications

Appointment Type:
Faculty

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University seeks experienced professionals to teach one or more classes in our journalism, advertising and/or public relations programs starting in the 2024 fall semester. We are looking for candidates with professional experience in any of the following: social media strategy and analytics, advertising and strategic communications, data-driven content and strategy, interactive and immersive media, search engine optimization, or artificial intelligence.

Initial term is one year beginning 8/16/2024. Renewal parameters are determined by performance and school need. The position is benefits-eligible based on the number of courses taught per academic year.

The adherence to programmatic goals and curriculum objectives is required, as the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC).

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field

• Two years of professional experience in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field

• Demonstrated additional years of professional experience beyond the required amount in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field

• Professional experience in one or more of the following: social media strategy and analytics, advertising and strategic communications, data-driven content and strategy, interactive and immersive media, search engine optimization, or artificial intelligence.

• Demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education

• Advising, mentoring or training experience in communication or related field

Department/Program & College Description:

The Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication has a dynamic ACEJMC-accredited undergraduate program and a strong Master’s program. The School has undergraduate majors in Journalism and Mass Communication, Advertising, and Public Relations. Additional information about the School is available at www.greenlee.iastate.edu.

Department Unit/Website:

www.greenlee.iastate.edu

Proposed Start Date:
August 16, 2024

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Part time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References

For guaranteed consideration, please apply before March 31, 2024.  Position is open until filled.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans;
• Generous leave plans;
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa);
• Life insurance and long-term disability;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Wellbeing program.

Original Posting Date:
March 7, 2024

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:
R14235