Open Rank, Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Journalism and Media Studies

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title Open Rank, Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Journalism and Media Studies

Department SC&I-Journalism & Media Stds

Salary Commensurate With Experience

Posting Summary

The Department of Journalism and Media Studies in the School of Communication and Information invites applications for a tenure-track position (open rank) to begin in the fall of 2022.

For this position, we seek candidates whose scholarship adopts a critical perspective on the role of digital platforms and algorithms in global media and global society.

We are especially interested in candidates whose work addresses platforms and media systems in East Asian contexts and/or as they pertain to issues of race/ethnicity, disability, LGBTQIA+, class, or other historically underrepresented categories, regions, or groups.

We welcome applications from scholars using a range of methodological approaches (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, critical, interpretive, mixed-methods) who study topics including but not limited to the following areas:

Algorithmic discrimination

Data justice

Environmental implications of digital technologies

Platform economies

Platform governance/regulatory frameworks

Inequality and platforms

Digital infrastructures (technical and/or material)

Media industries and platforms

Platforms and publics (e.g., studies of mis/disinformation, civic engagement, platformized news and journalism)

The role of platforms in political communication

We look forward to welcoming a new colleague who will contribute to our thriving undergraduate and master’s programs and our interdisciplinary school-wide Ph.D. program.

Responsibilities of tenure-track/tenured faculty members include undergraduate and graduate teaching assignments in journalism and media studies, an active program of research in the candidate’s area of scholarly expertise, and service contributions in accordance with the university policy for tenure‐track and tenured appointments.

Posting Number 21FA0767

Posting Open Date 06/28/2021

Posting Close Date 12/31/2021

Minimum Education and Experience

A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Media Studies, Communication, Information Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Political Science or other relevant discipline is expected as of June 2022.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Applicants should have a demonstrated record or strong likelihood of top‐tier

peer‐reviewed publication and evidence of or preparation for effective teaching. Senior‐level applicants should provide evidence of leadership in research, instruction, and service. A record of external funding is a plus.

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Physical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 70,000 students and 23,400 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world. An equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, Rutgers is committed to building a diverse community and encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. We are currently in an exciting period of transformation and growth as we form a hub for data science across departments at Rutgers University. The School of Communication and Information (SC&I) is a dynamic center of learning at the heart of the Rutgers-New Brunswick campus. Founded in 1982, SC&I research and teaching is delivered by three academic departments: Communication, Journalism and Media Studies, and Library and Information Science. Through ?ve undergraduate majors and minors, three masters degrees, and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, the school teaches over 10,000 students each year, of whom 2,500 are its own undergraduate, masters, and doctoral students. Geographically adjacent and closely connected to the world’s largest media and information hubs and supported by Rutgers’ vibrant scholarly community, SC&I embraces the university goals of promoting diversity throughout our networks and programs, and is committed to social engagement. For more about the school see: http://comminfo.rutgers.edu

Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a cover letter, CV, writing sample, and list of at least three references with contact information. Active review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants seeking full consideration should submit materials by end of day on October 15, 2021. Inquiries can be sent to: Professor Amy Jordan ([email protected]), Chair, Department of Journalism and Media Studies, Rutgers University, 4 Huntington St., New Brunswick, NJ 08904.

Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/135731

Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)

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Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Curriculum Vitae

List of Professional References (contact Info)

Writing Sample 1

Optional Documents

Writing Sample 2