Assistant Professor, Communication

Assistant Professor, Communication (News Broadcast Production & Journalism)

Job no: 497833
Work type: Faculty 9-Month
Location: Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus)
Categories: Faculty

The Department of Communication invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Communication
, specializing in news broadcast production and broadcast journalism. This tenure‑track position includes a 3:4 or 4:3 teaching load and 9 months of full‑time service. Candidates will teach undergraduate media production courses and must demonstrate competencies in broadcast journalism, broadcast news studio production, multimedia news production, and contemporary media business models. A strong research agenda aligned with the program is required.

• Deliver quality teaching of undergraduate courses in face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online formats.
• Conduct scholarship or creative production that informs the instructional focus.
• Provide service to the department, student media, and curriculum development.
• Maintain and support the department’s ACEJMC accreditation.

• PhD in Mass Communication or a related field (ABDs considered).
• 3–5 years of industry experience in broadcast journalism and/or news production.
• Evidence of quality prior teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Philosophical commitment to digital, technological, and disciplinary integration.
• Understanding and/or experience with ACEJMC accreditation.

Start date:

August 1, 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.