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 advertising, journalism, public relations and/or sports media programs starting in the 2025 spring semester. We are looking for candidates with professional experience in data-driven strategic communications and/or visual communication and design.

Initial term is one year beginning 1/1/2025. 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 related to data-driven strategic communications and/or visual communication and design in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field

Preferred Qualifications: 

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

• More than two years of professional experience related to data-driven strategic communications and/or visual communication and design in journalism, advertising, public relations, or related field beyond the required amount

• Demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education or 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:

January 1, 2025

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

December 31, 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 by October 23, 2024.  Position is open until filled.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Michael Dahlstrom at mfd@iastate.edu.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty 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:

October 1, 2024

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R15640