The School of Journalism and Strategic Communication invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position of Assistant Lecturer available August 2024.

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The School of Journalism and Strategic Communication invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position of Assistant Lecturer available August 2024. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in the advertising and public relations major including, but not limited to account management, strategy, and branding. The Assistant Lecturer will be expected to maintain a full-time on-campus presence and provide professional service, such as advising student organizations; supporting the unit's recruiting, retention, graduation, and placement efforts; and mentoring students at the McKinley Ave. student agency.

All degree requirements must be met for a master's degree in advertising, public relations, journalism, mass communications, or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the date of appointment.

Evidence of teaching effectiveness. Over one year of professional experience in advertising or public relations with working knowledge of account management, account planning, strategy, and branding.

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The School of Journalism and Strategic Communication is a supportive community of faculty, staff, and students driven to pursue knowledge and share truth, which spurs progress and adds value to our world. Our faculty are expert researchers and practitioners in journalism and strategic communication dedicated to outfitting students with the expertise, confidence, and connections to lead our fields.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'

For inquiries regarding this vacancy, please contact Sungwon Chung, schung2@bsu.edu.