Visiting Assistant Professor Of Communication

2 months ago

Tampa, Florida, United States University of Tampa Full time
Visiting Assistant Professor Of Communication

R0008618

Tampa


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Position Details


The Department of Communication's Advertising and Public Relations (ADPR) program, within the College of Arts & Letters at The University of Tampa seeks a passionate teacher and advertising practitioner/scholar to join a thriving undergraduate program as full time Visiting Assistant Professor.

This is a one- year position beginning in August 2024.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.

UT reflects this vibrancy; with 24 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S.

News and World Report.


The faculty member would teach courses related to advertising principles and research methods, while seeking opportunities for professional achievement, scholarly production, and/or creative exhibition and mentoring students in creative exhibition.

The search committee invites applicants from underrepresented groups, recognizing the importance of diverse voices in strategic communication, and appreciates candidates with academic experiences with diverse populations.

About the Advertising & Public Relations Program

The Advertising & Public Relations undergraduate program fosters three concentrations: Advertising Creative, Public Relations, and the General (combined) concentration.

All three concentrations prepare students for professional and academic careers in strategic communication by featuring advanced digital facilities, education in theory and practice, advanced problem-solving, and exploration of communication ethics, as well as critical perspectives on media and culture.

Small class sizes at The University of Tampa allow for mentorship connections with students, as well as student engagement with local, national, and international networks in media, advertising, and public relations.

About the Department of Communication

The Department of Communication is home to four vibrant majors and participates in delivering two interdisciplinary M.A. programs.

Undergraduate programs include Advertising & Public Relations (ADPR); Communication and Media Studies (CMS); Journalism (JOU), and Speech and Communication Studies (CSS).

Graduate programs include the M.A. in Professional Communication (MAPC) and M.A. in Social and Emerging Media (MASEM).

Responsibilities


The faculty member in this position will support the Advertising & Public Relations program by teaching courses that include principles of advertising, communication research methods, and other related courses.


The successful faculty member will demonstrate and teach:

  • principles of advertising and foundational knowledge of the advertising industry;
- strategic campaign development that solves communication/marketing problems by meeting client goals and objectives;

- knowledge of advertising/mass media research methods, digital analytics, and how to identify and measure key performance indicators that evaluate campaign efficacy;

- ability to analyze and leverage metrics to inform strategy and influence outcomes;

- professional knowledge of prominent social media and website platforms.

The successful faculty member will:
- create an inclusive, equitable classroom environment for a diverse student body,

- deliver a 3/3 teaching load (i.e., three courses of four credit hours each during a 15-week semester),

- join a collaborative faculty group in continual curriculum and program improvements

Required Qualifications

Interested candidates should possess:
- a master's degree or Ph.
D. (or equivalent) by August 15, 2024,

- sensitivity to and understanding of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds,

- knowledge of strategic practices for meeting communication goals,

- knowledge of research methods for advertising and public relations,

- expertise in the teaching area,

- critical perspectives on electronic culture,

- commitment to social equity and community well-being.

Past teaching experience and professional experience are preferred.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Required Attachments


All required documents listed below should be uploaded the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.


  • Cover Letter
  • Current Curriculum Vitae
  • Contact Information for 3 References
Finalists will be asked to provide sample creative work.

Review of Applications will begin in July 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners.

The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning.

The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 14 master's programs.

The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) is a place where theory meets practice and expression meets experience.

Guided by faculty who are talented artists and distinguished scholars, students come to CAL to study everything from fleeting 140-character tweets to enduring works of classic literature.

The College is home to eight collaborative and innovative academic departments:

Art and Design, Communication, English and Writing, Film, Animation and New Media, Languages and Linguistics, Music, Philosophy and Religion, and Theatre and Dance.


As a community of scholars and artists, the College of Arts and Letters engages in cutting-edge creative work, technological innovation, critical scholarly practice, and dialogue with diverse communities.

Faculty and students across CAL work with emerging technologies in cutting-edge facilities including the stunning new Ferman Center for the Arts, the Bailey Art Studios and FabLAB, the historic Falk Theatre, the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values, and the Cass media production facilities.


The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria.

The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity.

The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Submission Guidelines


To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission.

Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

External Field

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.

To apply, visit

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