Department of Communication Arts
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GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Assistant or Associate Professor of Public Relations—Search # 53841 College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Department of Communication Arts |
The Department of Communication Arts in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Public Relations. Georgia Southern University, an institution of the University System of Georgia, is the largest and most comprehensive center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia . Georgia Southern University is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Doctoral/Research institution. A residential university serving over 16,000 students in Fall 2006, Georgia Southern's hallmark is a superior undergraduate experience emphasizing academic distinction, excellent teaching, and student success. Founded in 1906, the University offers 123 degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The 675-acre campus is located in Statesboro, a community of approximately 30,000 residents, 50 miles northwest of historic Savannah , and 200 miles southeast of Atlanta .
Position Description: Reporting to the Department Chair, the Assistant or Associate Professor of Public Relations will teach required courses in the public relations curriculum and public speaking, advise public relations majors, and assist student organizations. Public relations is part of a multi-disciplinary department including broadcasting, journalism, communication studies and theatre. With over 200 public relations majors and pre-majors, the program offers a highly regarded internship program, two student organizations (PRSSA and a firm), and an involved, service-learning curriculum. The position is a 9-month appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
• Terminal degree and a minimum of 5 years college/university teaching experience at the assistant professor rank or higher are required for the rank of associate professor along with a strong record of service and research with publications and presentations in professional venues.
• Terminal degree or within one year of degree completion by August 1, 2008, and relevant college/university teaching experience is required for the rank of assistant professor level along with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship and professional service.
• Excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience teaching a diverse student body
• Professional public relations experience
• Demonstrated ability to teach publications
Screening of applications begins October 19, 2007, and continues until the position is filled. The position starting date is August 1, 2008. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vita ; the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least five professional references; and a sample public relations syllabus. Other documentation may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications and nominations should be sent to:
Lisa K. L. Muller, Search Chair, Search #53841
Department of Communication Arts
Georgia Southern University
P. O. Box 8091
Statesboro GA 30460-8091
Electronic mail: lmuller@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-871-1847
More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu , http://www.classgeorgiasouthern.edu/commarts/ , or at http://Chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.htm . Georgia Southern University seeks individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond . Finalists are required to submit to a background investigation. Georgia is an Open Records state. Georgia Southern University is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.
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GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Assistant Professor of Broadcasting—Search #53840 College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Department of Communication Arts |
The Communications Art Department in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Broadcasting. Georgia Southern University, an institution of the University System of Georgia, is the largest and most comprehensive center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia . Georgia Southern University is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Doctoral/Research institution. A residential university serving over 16,000 students in Fall 2006, Georgia Southern's hallmark is a superior undergraduate experience emphasizing academic distinction, excellent teaching, and student success. Founded in 1906, the University offers 123 degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The 675-acre campus is located in Statesboro, a community of approximately 30,000 residents, 50 miles northwest of historic Savannah , and 200 miles southeast of Atlanta .
Position Description . Reporting to the Chair of Communication Arts, the Assistant Professor of Broadcasting will teach required courses in the broadcast curriculum, advise broadcast majors, and supervise student news operations. Broadcasting is part of a multi-disciplinary department including Journalism, Public Relations, Communication Studies, and Theatre. With over 200 broadcasting majors and pre-majors, the broadcast program emphasizes quality hands-on instruction in state-of-the industry facilities. The program operates a highly regarded internship program, local cable TV channel and maintains mutually beneficial relationships with professional broadcasters throughout the southeastern region. The position is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
• MFA or terminal degree within one year of completion in broadcast or closely related field by August 1, 2008
• Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise students in basic and advanced broadcast production using digital and nonlinear technology
• Ability to teach other courses within the broadcast sequence dependent on needs and expertise
• Excellent communication skills
• Two years of teaching and/or professional experience
Preferred Qualifications:
• Expertise in broadcast news production
• Expertise in convergence
• Experience teaching a diverse student body
Screening of applications begins October 19, 2007, and continues until the position is filled. The position start date is August 1, 2008. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vita; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least five professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications and nominations should be sent to:
Dr. Melanie Stone, Search Chair, Search #53840
Communication Arts
Georgia Southern University
P. O. Box 8091
Statesboro GA 30460-8091
Electronic mail: mstone@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-681-0090
More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu , http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/commarts/ , or at http://Chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.htm . Georgia Southern University seeks individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond . Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Georgia is an Open Records state. Georgia Southern University is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.
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GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Assistant Professor of Theatre - Search #53839 Department of Communication Arts College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences |
The Department of Communication Arts in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Theatre. Georgia Southern University, an institution of the University System of Georgia, is the largest and most comprehensive center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia . Georgia Southern University is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Doctoral/Research institution. A residential university serving over 16,000 students in Fall 2006, Georgia Southern's hallmark is a superior undergraduate experience emphasizing academic distinction, excellent teaching, and student success. Founded in 1906, the University offers 123 degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The 675-acre campus is located in Statesboro, a community of approximately 30,000 residents, 50 miles northwest of historic Savannah , and 200 miles southeast of Atlanta .
Position Description . Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Communication Arts, the Assistant Professor will teach Fundamentals of Acting, Playwriting, and the general survey course in Theatre Appreciation. This person will also direct plays in the Theatre production program. The position is a 9-month appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
• MFA, Ph.D., or within one year of Ph.D. completion by August 1, 2008
• Experience and background in teaching a Stanislavsky-based Fundamentals of Acting class
• Ability to teach the core curriculum class in Theatre Appreciation
• Ability to teach Playwriting
• Minimum of 1 year college/university teaching experience
• Experience and ability to direct plays in the main stage season
Preference MAY be given to applicants with the following qualifications:
• Ability to teach Voice for the Stage
• Ability to teach Movement for the Stage
• Ability to teach African-American Theatre
Screening of applications begins November 1, 2007 , and continues until the position is filled. Position starting date is August 1, 2008. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vita , 3 recent letters of recommendation, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 5 professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications and nominations should be sent to:
James Harbour , Search Chair, Search #53839
Department of Communication Arts
Georgia Southern University
P. O. Box 8091
Statesboro GA 30460-8091
Electronic mail: jharbour@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-681-0532
More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu , http://www.classgeorgiasouthern.edu/commarts/ , or at http://Chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.htm . Georgia Southern University seeks individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond . Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Georgia is an Open Records state. Georgia Southern University is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.