Assistant Professor, Strategic Communication, Department of Emerging Media

University of St Thomas • Saint Paul, MN

67d • $65,000 - $73,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Emerging Media in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas seeks applicants for a full-time, benefit-eligible, tenure-track faculty member in Strategic Communication at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in September 2027. The successful candidate will teach six courses (24 credits) or their equivalent per year in the practice and theory of advertising, public relations, and integrated strategic communication at the undergraduate level, including emerging practices in the discipline. The successful candidate will also work closely with undergraduate students by supervising student internships and coaching students for competitions, advising student clubs (Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), or the Advertising Federation), and/or mentoring undergraduate students participating in The Crest, our student-run media news outlet. In addition to teaching, advising, and professional engagement, the faculty member is expected to perform service to the department, university, and community. The ideal candidate will show commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level, scholarly work and publication, professional experience, and ability to bring diverse perspectives to bear on the practice of strategic communication. The successful candidate will be part of an innovative faculty that also includes Journalism and Digital Media Arts in the department, with the opportunity and encouragement for the development of interdisciplinary courses. The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic, mission-driven university. Located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to two downtown metropolitan centers, we are Minnesota’s largest private university with eight schools and colleges, 150+ undergraduate majors/minors, and 55 graduate programs. The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment Without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition, the university of Saint Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good a successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, mass communication or closely related field, or alternatively, ABD nearing completion of the Ph.D. may also be considered, with initial appointment at the rank of instructor.
• Relevant teaching experience in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, or other closely related course topics.
• A one-page teaching philosophy that describes the candidate’s approach to inclusive pedagogy, effective teaching in emerging practices in strategic communications, and curriculum development.
• A sample course syllabus from a relevant course for which you were a teaching assistant or instructor of record.
• A one-page description of the candidate’s research agenda that includes current and future scholarly plans.
• One scholarly writing sample.
• An unofficial copy of graduate transcripts from your terminal degree (a partial transcript will be accepted for ABD candidates).
• A cover letter that addresses the candidate’s interest in the position, highlights commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and/or undergraduate student mentorship relative to the position, and approaches to engagement with the university’s mission and convictions.
• Contact information for three professional references who can speak directly to your teaching experience and qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience in strategic communication.
• Ability to bring diverse perspectives to bear on the practice of strategic communication.
• Opportunity and encouragement for the development of interdisciplinary courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach six courses (24 credits) or their equivalent per year in the practice and theory of advertising, public relations, and integrated strategic communication at the undergraduate level, including emerging practices in the discipline.
• Work closely with undergraduate students by supervising student internships and coaching students for competitions.
• Advise student clubs (Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), or the Advertising Federation).
• Mentor undergraduate students participating in The Crest, our student-run media news outlet.
• Perform service to the department, university, and community.
• Show commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level, scholarly work and publication, professional experience, and ability to bring diverse perspectives to bear on the practice of strategic communication.
• Develop interdisciplinary courses.

Benefits

• Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
• A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree