Assistant Professor of Communication & Media Studies
The Department of Communication & Media Studies at Georgetown College invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level to begin August 2010.
Applicants should be able to take a broad approach to the study of Communication within a liberal arts context. We are particularly interested in candidates who approach Communication from a Generalist perspective, yet have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Political Communication,
- Computer Mediated Communication, and/or
- Health Communication.
Ideal candidates will have an appreciation for how their interest areas intersect with relational, organizational and media communication.
Candidate must have Ph.D. by time of appointment. Georgetown College is a private liberal arts institution where emphasis is placed on teaching excellence in the context of a church-related college. The College complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Service to community, profession, college and department are expected. Screening will begin October 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at NCA.
The college is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply. Send letter of application, vita, transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Rosemary Allen, Provost, Georgetown College, 400 East College Street, Georgetown, KY 40324.