Visiting Assistant Professor, Emerging Media

University of St Thomas • Saint Paul, MN

8d • $65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas Department of Emerging Media, seeks applicants for a one-year, full-time, benefit-eligible, visiting faculty member beginning in fall 2026 (preferred start date of August 1, 2026). This is a one-year, non-tenure-track position for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The successful candidate will teach six courses (24 credits) in advertising and public relations and other courses in mass communication as needed. Past materials are available for candidate use if desired. This position will also co-advise the student chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America.
In addition to teaching, the faculty member is expected to perform service to the department, university, and community. The ideal candidate will show evidence of a strong record of accomplishments in teaching at the undergraduate level and scholarly work and publication in relevant disciplines. Professional experience is desired but not required.
About the Department of Emerging Media
Located within the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Emerging Media emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning in three majors: Journalism, Digital Media Arts, and Strategic Communication: Advertising and Public Relations. It is also home to a chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America, and the student media, The Crest. Faculty are active in both practice and in scholarly research that is relevant to the majors.
About the University of St. Thomas
The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic, mission-driven, urban 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. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas.
The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants 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 Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. 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.
Salary & Benefits
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which
includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits.
All eligible full-time faculty may request Parental Leave for the birth or adoption of a child.
The salary range is for this position is $65,000 - $70,000.
The University of St. Thomas has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (U.S. or Foreign Equivalent) in advertising, public relations, strategic communication, mass communication or a related field, or alternatively, ABD candidates nearing completion will also be considered.
• Demonstrated college- or university-level teaching experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Professional experience is desired but not required.
• Evidence of a strong record of accomplishments in teaching at the undergraduate level and scholarly work and publication in relevant disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Teach six courses (24 credits) in advertising and public relations and other courses in mass communication as needed.
• Co-advise the student chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America.
• Perform service to the department, university, and community.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits.
• All eligible full-time faculty may request Parental Leave for the birth or adoption of a child.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees