The Department of Communication and Media at the University of Toledo invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Communication Technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to start in Fall of 2026. This position will focus on the following: the role of technology-particularly AI-in Communication, advancing UToledo's research profile in this area, as well as preparing Communication majors for hands-on use of AI and other emerging communication technologies in their careers. This position will also advance the curriculum into the future to ensure students are well-prepared for evolving industry demands. We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach courses and maintain a productive research agenda that connects emerging communication technologies, such as AI and social media, to human communication. In addition to teaching basic communication courses, possible courses this position would teach include: Social Media Strategies, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Design for Media Communication, Research Methods, Media Communication Ethics, Integrated Media, Media Communication & Society, and newly designed courses in the area of Communication & Technology. Strong candidates will be committed to providing students with an active, supportive learning environment, advancing knowledge through theoretically and practically significant scholarship, and contributing to the excellence of our university community. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with a deadline for priority consideration of December 1, 2025. The position will begin August 2026 (Fall semester).
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree