School of Communication, Assistant Professor of Digital Advertising, Tenure Track

Position Details

Title:

School of Communication, Assistant Professor of Digital Advertising, Tenure Track

Department:
Communication

Campus:
Chicago-Water Tower Campus

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 (nine‑month appointment)

Benefits Information:
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Loyola University Chicago’s School of Communication invites applications for a tenure‑track assistant professor specializing in digital advertising and strategic communication. Successful candidates should have strong training and experience in the advertising industry with the latest technologies at top agencies, preferably with significant work at international firms while also having industry contacts in the Chicago area. Recent industry experience should include global social commerce, livestream shopping, influencer marketing, digital agency management, social media advertising, AI advertising, CRM, Tik Tok campaigns, retail advertising, recent research in advertising, AR and AI advertising and proficiency for conducting research in a biometric lab.

The ideal candidate would also be familiar with using advertising and strategic communication for social change and social justice. Commitment to the social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion mission of Loyola University Chicago is expected. Interest in contributing to the School of Communication’s growing international presence and community engagement is desired.

This new faculty member will teach courses in the latest technological advances in advertising and strategic communication, such as Analytics, Insights & Strategy, Search & Display Advertising, AI Advertising, Social Media Advertising, Advertising/PR Research and Analytics, and Big Data Research and Application for Advertising.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. in a related field by August 24 2026, the start date at Loyola University Chicago; have significant academic or professional experience in digital advertising, strategic communication, digital media and data; and have the potential to be an outstanding teacher and productive scholar.

To apply for this position, please provide: a letter of application (describing your experience and interest); a current curriculum vitae (including the names and contact information of three references); and non‑returnable samples of teaching materials and student work (if applicable). Apply online at https:///. For full consideration, application must be completed by March 23 2026; the position remains open until filled.

For further information about Loyola University Chicago and the School of Communication, consult the University website: Questions about this faculty position can be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Pamela Morris, at pmorris1
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As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. In order to gain a clearer understanding of LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at http:// For information about the University’s focus on transformative education, consult our website at http:///transformativeed
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Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact.

With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold‑rated institution…