Assistant Professor OR Instructor of Journalism, Communication & Mass Media
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Location : NorthwestMaryville campus in Maryville, MOJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 519020Department: Communication & Mass MediaOpening Date: 10/04/2024EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Assistant Professor: Tenure track position OR Instructor: Non-Tenure Track, term appointment position, renewable each yearPRIMARY DUTY: A nine-month teaching position responsible for providing instruction within the School of Communication & Mass Media. The successful candidate will exhibit the ability to use software relevant to the discipline. The new faculty member will engage in a practical, profession-based program of teaching. We are seeking an individual who will become an integral and creative member of a diversified and active mass media faculty.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Teach introductory and advanced journalism courses, including print media design, and introductory and advanced courses in sports media.

Facilitate media development from conceptual design through content delivery.

Advise student organizations dealing with journalism and sports media.

Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:Education: Assistant Professor: PhD in journalism/mass media or a related field; Instructor: Master's degree in a related fieldCertification/License: Driver's licenseSkills: Ability to use and instruct students on current journalistic techniques and writing standardsWORKING CONDITIONS: Consistent with Mass Media area goals, the candidate should be able to facilitate media development from conceptual design through content delivery. The School of Communication and Mass Media is a collegial, team-based modern academic environment with current video and audio equipment. Each faculty member has an individual office with internet access and is provided a University laptop.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Expectation of advising student organizations dealing with sports media (possibly in conjunction with newspaper/yearbook advisor).EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: Video production equipment, Adobe Creative Suite softwareTYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to complete essential functions in the classroom and the ability to lift up to 50 poundsCOMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information visit the city's website at UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of about 10,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Founded in 1905 and , Northwestplaces a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jump start on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their rsums with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the , , the , and , a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.The University also is a national model for student success and career placement with 96 percent of graduates securing employment or continuing their education within six months of completing a degree at Northwest, according to the Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and in tuition, which is , saving students an estimated $6,800 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit DATE AVAILABLE: August 2025TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online by clicking to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references, evidence of teaching success/potential, and unofficial transcripts in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-###-#### or email ...@nwmissouri.edu for more information.INQUIRIES FOR THE POSITION CAN BE MADE TO:Dr. Matt WalkerSchool of Communication & Mass MediaNorthwest Missouri State UniversityWells Hall 238800 University DriveMaryville, MO 64468Phone: 660-###-####Email: ...@nwmissouri.eduThe Office of Human Resource prides itself in offering a full, competitive benefits package with providers, who we feel, will offer the best service possible to the employees. Full-time employees are offered Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance options as well as retirement plans upon employment at the University. For more information on each of these topics, please contact the office of Human Resources at (660) ###-#### or via email at ...@nwmissouri.edu.