Assistant Professor of Risk Communication

University of Georgia • Athens, GA

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About The Position

The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Risk Communication. We are seeking a social scientist whose research and teaching interests complement the department's strengths in Interpersonal, Intergroup, and Health Communication.

Requirements

• The successful candidate will be expected to have a PhD in Communication at the time of appointment.
• Evidence of a strong research program or the potential for a strong research program with a demonstrated specialization connected to risk communication
• A commitment to teaching and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students
• An ability to teach courses in empirical research methods, communication theory, science communication, and risk communication courses in the candidate's area(s) of specialty, including but not limited to: risk perceptions and decision-making, risk and resiliency, or environmental and health implications of risk.

Nice To Haves

• Competitive applicants will show evidence of a commitment to multidisciplinary research and a track record or strong promise of securing extramural funding.
• Ideal candidates also will be enthusiastic about contributing to curricular innovation focused on Risk Communication or Communication Studies more broadly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees