University Faculty Social Media and Data Analytics

University Faculty Social Media and Data Analytics

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Title:

University Faculty Social Media and Data Analytics

Requisition Number: F00551P

The Department of Communication at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Social Media and Data Analytics, beginning in the Fall Semester 2027. We seek a dedicated teacher-scholar with a teaching and research focus on social media and data analytics. We seek a candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and the needs of a varied student body in the context of an open-enrollment public university.

This tenure-track position includes a full-time undergraduate/graduate teaching load of 12 hours per semester, with expectations of original publication, student advising, and participation in departmental, university, and service committees. The successful candidate should expect to teach applied and theoretical courses (face-to-face or online) at all levels of the undergraduate and master's curricula, including General Education. Candidates should expect to teach undergraduate courses in social media communication, digital content production, digital media strategy, social analytics, data visualization, and/or big data and its application in professional contexts as needed by the department.

Other teaching opportunities are available depending on willingness and experience.

• A Ph.D. in Communication, Mass Communication, Strategic Communication, Data Analytics, Data Science, or a terminal degree in a related field is required for appointment as Assistant Professor.
• ABD candidates will be considered for instructor appointment until the degree is completed.
• Candidates with a master's degree and experience will be considered for an instructor appointment.

• Teaching experiences at the college level
• Professional experience in digital marketing communications, digital media content creation, and/or social media management

Background Check? Yes

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full Time

09/25/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

The annual salary for this position starts at $61,000, with the possibility of a higher starting salary based on experience.

Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position include: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Physical Requirements of this position – None.

Weber State University, an AA/EO employer, is located 35 miles north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains.

If you have questions, contact the search chair, Dr. Li Chen, at lichen
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