Professional-in-Residence; Political Communication

Job Title

Professional-in-Residence (Political Communication)

Faculty

LSUAM Manship School of Mass Communication (Kim Bissell ))

Campbell

B. Hodges Hall

Academic

The LSU Manship School of Mass Communication invites applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track position as a Professional-in-Residence for the Political Communication area to begin in Spring 2027. We seek a distinguished communications practitioner with experience specifically in governmental relations, political affairs, or similar field, to teach four courses per semester in the undergraduate political communication curriculum as well as courses in the Manship School's undergraduate core curriculum.

Courses could include political communication writing, the political communication capstone, introduction to political communication, media and the policy process, political communication research, as well as courses in media writing, visual communication, and other courses related to areas of expertise.

• Teach four undergraduate courses per semester in the Manship School of Mass Communication.
• In lieu of a fourth course, the PIR will assist with service activities and advising student organizations.

• Master's degree in mass communication, political science, public policy, or related field;
  Juris Doctor will be considered; 7 years of experience.

• Bachelor's degree in mass communication, political science, public policy, or related field with professional work-related experience that clearly documents the qualifications to teach the course; 10 or more years of industry-related professional experience.

• FERPA
  -As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency.
  
  The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts
• and more!

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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