Assistant Professor - Educator, School of Communication, Film, and Media Studies, College &S

Position: Assistant Professor - Educator, School of Communication, Film, and Media Studies, College of A&S
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Job Overview

The School of Communication, Film, and Media Studies (SCFMS) at the University of Cincinnati seeks a full-time Assistant Professor - Educator in Public Relations. The school has programs in Communication, Digital Media, Film Studies, Public Relations and Animation and Gaming. We offer certificates, minors, majors, and graduate programs.

The School of Communication, Film, and Media Studies within the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Cincinnati (UC) invites applications for one full-time, non-tenure track, three-year renewable position at the level of Assistant Professor - Educator to support its educational mission.

Essential Functions

• Develop and teach undergraduate and/or graduate (as appropriate) courses in multiple modalities (in-person, online synchronous, and/or online asynchronous). Normal teaching load is 3/3; this may vary depending on service obligations. Sample classes include (but are not limited to):
  Public Relations Campaigns;
  Organizational Identity, Image, and Issues Management;
  Communication and PR Ethics;
  Organizational Communication; and/or Organizational Diversity.

• Participate in professional service, which may include advising student groups, facilitating professional development among students, and participating in school, college, university, and community citizenship, such as attending meetings, serving on, and/or leading committees.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective appointment date, all of the following:

• Either (a) Master's in Public Relations, Communication, or a related field, with 4 years of professional experience in Public Relations, OR (b) a PhD in Public Relations, Communication, or a related field, with 1 year of professional experience in Public Relations; AND
• 1 academic year of experience teaching courses in Public Relations or a related field at the collegiate level, which could have been as a teaching assistant, adjunct or full-time faculty; OR 1 academic year of experience in instructional workplace training and development sessions in a role such as Corporate trainer, training and development manager, instructional designer, instructional coach, or leadership consultant.

Application Process

Applicants must apply online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and include the following:

• Current CV and/or Resume
• Cover Letter summarizing interest in and fit for the position
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness, which may include (but is not limited to):
  Student and/or Peer Evaluations, Syllabi, Assignments, Instructional Design Training, and/or Training Content
• Names and Contact information for at least 3 academic and/or professional references

Questions related to the search:
Contact Committee Chair, Prof. Amber Gee amber.gee

Review of applications will begin January 6, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based…