ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN MEDIA STUDIES/MASS COMMUNICATION 
  
 The Department of Communication at the College of Charleston announces a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, to begin August 2008. Ph.D. required by time of appointment. 

This position requires a specialty in media studies and/or mass communication.  Research and teaching interests in public relations, advertising, and/or new media are especially welcome.  Candidates employing a variety of methodological perspectives are encouraged to apply.  Teaching assignments depend on the expertise of the successful applicant but could include courses in public relations, advertising, new media, mass communication theory, media history, and media writing. 

Evidence of effective teaching (e.g., syllabi, examples of student work, student evaluations), a description of your commitment to the most recent pedagogical and technological advances, and evidence of scholarly potential (e.g., copies of previous work) are crucial. Interested candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio, and unofficial graduate transcripts.  Three letters of reference also should be sent to the search committee: 

Review of materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Materials should arrive by October 1, 2007 to assure full consideration.   This friendly, collegial department has over 20 full-time faculty, approximately 800 undergraduate majors, and a master’s program.

To learn more about the department and the College of Charleston, founded in 1770 and located in the historic downtown area, visit our Web site at http://www.cofc.edu/communication.   The College of Charleston is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.  The College of Charleston is committed to creating a diverse community.