Visiting Assistant Professor

Visiting Assistant Professor (Finance)

The Zimmerman School of Advertising & Mass Communications at the University of South Florida invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, a nine-month, full-time and non-tenure earning position with a start date of August 7, 2026. Salary is negotiable. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

The Zimmerman School's location in Tampa, Florida - the 11th largest media market in the United States - offers tremendous opportunities for internships and career advancement in a diverse and thriving community near a booming business and technology corridor. Zimmerman School students participate annually in more than 100 internships in the Tampa Bay area and beyond. On campus, student clubs and associations, including the Walter

E. Griscti Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America, the Ad Club, and student chapters of the Florida Public Relations Association and the Radio Television Digital News Association provide opportunities to network with professionals in business, non-profit, and government organizations.

A relevant Ph.D. from an accredited institution is required. ABD will be considered, but the degree must be completed prior to the appointment start date of August 7, 2026. Prior teaching experience is required. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.

Relevant professional experience. Advising graduate students for thesis and applied projects.

Position is open until filled with initial review of applications beginning on June 15, 2026.

Questions may be directed to Search Committee Chair:
Travis Bell at trbell.

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For ADA accommodations, please contact Gina Lombardo at glombardo at least five working days prior to need. USF is an AA/EA/EO institution.

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No.

1 among the state's 12 public universities.

• medical, dental and life insurance plans
• retirement plan options
• employee and dependent tuition programs
• generous leave
• hundreds of employee perks and discounts

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No.

1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future.

The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more .edu.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job…