journalist Boston, MA
Job description
The Department of Communication, Journalism & Media at Suffolk University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track instructor with a start date of August 1, 2023. This is a one-year position that is potentially renewable. The department seeks a communication generalist with an emphasis on media and film. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses at the introductory level as well as upper-level courses. Courses may include, but are not limited to: Introduction to Communication, Principles of Oral Communication, Visual Aesthetics, Media and Film Criticism, Media Effects and Audiences, and Seminar in Media/Film. Ability to contribute courses focused also on Global & Cultural Communication is a plus. The teaching workload is 8 courses with one course-release for substantial student academic advising responsibilities. Service to the department and university beyond the classroom is also expected through committee membership, contributing to department meetings, programs and events, and advising/mentoring students.
Our Communication, Journalism and Media program has an emphasis on social justice issues. Faculty in the department are deeply committed to this mission in their teaching, research and service and take advantage of our location in the heart of Boston to design exciting real-world experiential learning opportunities that engage students in advancing social justice. Preference will be given to candidates who have a demonstrated track record of integrating social justice issues and/or issues with significant public policy connections into their teaching and service.
The successful candidate will have a commitment to inclusive pedagogy and curricular diversity, mentoring and advising students—especially first-generation college students who comprise 40% of our student body.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are woven into Suffolk University’s very fabric. We have been providing access and expanding opportunities for under-represented groups for more than a century. This mission is lived through our decisions at every level. U.S. News ranked Suffolk University among the top 100 universities in the country for social mobility. Suffolk was also listed 14th nationally in percentage of international students. Through student, faculty and staff recruitment and support, community engagement, curriculum development, and research, the University community works to advance equity for every student, every day. Learn more about how we manifest the core values of our mission at Suffolk DEI.
Candidates must hold a PhD by the commencement of the 2023/2024 academic year; ABD candidates in the final stages of completing their degrees will be considered.
Application should be made through the Suffolk University Human Resources’ Careers at Suffolk site. A complete submission will include: cover letter; CV; graduate transcripts; statement of teaching philosophy; sample course syllabi; recent student course evaluations; and contact information for three professional references. For full consideration, applications should be submitted by July 28th, 2023. Initial interviews will begin immediately via Zoom; the position will remain open until filled
Suffolk University is a private, comprehensive, urban university located in downtown Boston, and is an equal opportunity employer committed to faculty diversity. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. You can learn more about Suffolk University from our website. To learn more about the Communication, Journalism & Media department, visit our website.
Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Dr. Shoshana Madmoni-Gerber, Chair of the CJN Department at [email protected].
