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Department of Public Relations
Assistant Professor of Public Relations Specializing in Visual and Digital Communication
The Department of Public Relations in the College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida invites applications for one nine-month tenure-track appointment, at the assistant professor level, to begin August 2012.
The successful candidate normally will teach two public relations courses per semester, one of which will be the department’s core course and laboratory in visual communication. The faculty member will supervise Ph.D. dissertations and master’s theses. They will advise undergraduate and graduate students, engage in governance and other service activities, and demonstrate interest in contributing to diversity and the internationalization of the College and UF.
Candidates at the assistant-professor level must possess an earned Ph.D. in communication or other relevant field and a record of or potential for original public relations research. ABD considered with a public relations research record and teaching experience, and the expectation of completion by August 15, 2012. Applicants must have demonstrated expertise in appropriate software and technology in visual and digital communication. Professional experience in public relations practice is preferred.
Other qualifications include evidence of excellence in teaching, potential to secure grant funding, interest in distance/online education (e.g., the College’s Global Strategic Communication master’s program) and executive training, entrepreneurial spirit, willingness to actively engage in activities of our Digital Collaboration Suite, and enthusiasm to contribute to a collegial environment.
Application Procedure: To view application instructions and complete an online resume, visit www.hr.ufl.edu/job. The reference number for the vacancy is 0809823. Applications must include an electronic copy of the following: (1) a letter of interest; (2) complete curriculum vitae; (3) names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional/academic references. The Search Committee may request additional materials at a later time. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-4621 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Questions can be directed to Search Committee Chair Dr. Mary Ann Ferguson, Professor, P.O. Box 118400, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611-8400, telephone (352) 392-6660, and email mferguson@jou.ufl.edu. Review of applications begins November 22, 2011, and continues until the position is filled.
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