Working/Functional TitleAst Inst/Inst/Ast Prof Fixed TermPosition SummaryThe School of Journalism at Michigan State University is seeking dynamic and engaging candidates for faculty positions to teach online and campus courses in journalism and digital storytelling. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated professional expertise in one or more areas listed, as well as teaching experience.Teaching responsibilities may include one or more courses in any of the Schools concentration areas and minors, which include:Animation and Comics StorytellingAudio StorytellingBroadcast JournalismDocumentary ProductionEntrepreneurship and InnovationEnvironment, Science and HealthFilmmakingInformation GraphicsInternational ReportingMedia DesignMedia RelationsMulticam Production/TelevisionPhotojournalism/Media PhotographyPublic RelationsSports JournalismWriting, Reporting, and EditingReview of applicants in this pool is ongoing and continuous. The roster of open courses changes from semester to semester, and it is possible at times there are no open positions.Initial appointments are for one semester or one year, depending on the course structure, but may be renewed based on funding and performance. Positions rank will be at the level of assistant instructor, instructor, or assistant professor. Degree requirements differ depending on rank: Bachelors degree is required for assistant instructor, masters degree is required for instructor, and PhD is required for assistant professor.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required DegreeOther -Equivalent combination - see belowMinimum RequirementsDegree requirements differ depending on rank: Bachelors degree is required for assistant instructor, masters degree is required for instructor, and PhD is required for assistant professorDemonstrable skills in areas related to course content.Desired Qualifications
Previous teaching experience is valued.
At least five years of industry experience in journalism, media production or a related field.
Recognized or award-winning achievements in related areas of practice.
Required Application MaterialsApplicants should submit electronically:
Cover letter summarizing qualifications for the position
CV
Names and contact information of three references
Special InstructionsInterested candidates should apply via the MSU job application website at . For more information, contact the chair of the search committee, Jeremy Steele, at [email protected] of Applications Begins On03/29/2024Remote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.WebsiteHTTPS://COMARTSCI.MSU.EDU/DEPARTMENTS/SCHOOL-JOURNALISMDepartment StatementThe School of Journalism at Michigan State University is more than a century old but has crafted a reputation for innovation and creativity. Our ACEJMC-accredited program has two undergraduate majors (Journalism and Digital Storytelling, each with multiple concentrations and minors), a maste