Multiple Positions
- Employer
- Towson University
- Location
- Maryland, United States
- Salary
- Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jul 21, 2017
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Arts, Other Arts, Communications, Other Communications
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Towson University (www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U. S. News & World Report as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, is Baltimore’s largest university, and is the largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of Maryland System. TU enrolls almost 19,000 undergraduates and over 3,000 graduate students across six academic colleges (business, education, fine arts, health professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has almost 900 full-time faculty, and offers more than 65 Bachelor’s, 45 Master’s, and 5 Doctoral programs. Our centrally located campus sits on 330 rolling green acres and is 10 miles north of Baltimore, 45 miles north of Washington, D.C., and 95 miles south of Philadelphia.
COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND
COMMUNICATION
Department of Electronic Media
and Film – 1 position
Assistant Professor,
Film and Media Production
Tenure-track, 10-month
Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronic Media and Film
beginning August 2018. MFA/Terminal Degree in film and media
production at the time of appointment, and demonstrated success as
a classroom teacher. Must possess a strong record of producing
his/her own media work, and have a demonstrated track record of
achievement in film festivals and other distribution channels. The
department seeks a dynamic media maker with the technical skills
and all around production knowledge to provide professional
expertise, teaching excellence, and inspiring mentorship to our
undergraduate students. From diversity in the curriculum to
providing students with the opportunity to learn from individuals
with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, the
Department of Electronic Media and Film is committed to providing
its students with a vibrant and diverse educational experience. The
typical teaching load includes teaching two sections of foundation
courses in the film and video production curriculum, as well as one
section of either cinematography, editing and advanced
post-production techniques, or narrative filmmaking. Faculty
assigned an instructional workload of six (6) course units per
academic year for the first year. Beginning the second year the
workload reverts back to the standard instructional workload of
seven to eight (7-8) course units per academic year with the
possibility of reassigned time for scholarship or additional
service. Scholarship and service are also required. Creative
scholarship should demonstrate a commitment to professional
development in the candidate’s field of study. The deadline for
submission of all materials is October 13,
2017. COFAC-N-3107
Department of Mass Communication and Communication
Studies – 1 position
Assistant Professor,
Strategic Public Relations and Integrated
Communications
Tenure-track, 10-month Assistant
Professor position in the Department of Mass Communication and
Communication Studies beginning August 2018. PhD in the field of
public relations/mass communication. ABD applicants considered, but
appointment will be at the Instructor rank and all degree
requirements must be completed by February 1, 2019. Demonstrated
success or potential as a classroom teacher, and potential research
productivity. Ideal candidates may have (1) strong theoretical
background on social media and expertise in social media analytics
and (2) skills in digital production (print, audio, and/or video).
Faculty assigned an instructional workload of six (6) course units
per academic year for the first year. Beginning the second year the
workload reverts back to the standard instructional workload of
seven to eight (7-8) course units per academic year. Teach two or
more undergraduate courses among: Social Media & Strategic
Communication, PR Campaigns, Principles of PR, and PR writing (in
the order of priority). Graduate teaching responsibilities include
one or more core courses including Communication Theory, Research
Methods, and others in the candidate’s area of scholarship and
expertise. Undergraduate advising is part of teaching
responsibilities. The review of completed applications begins
October 1, 2017 and continues until the position is
filled. COFAC-N-3106
THE JESS AND MILDRED FISHER COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND
MATHEMATICS
Department of Physics, Astronomy
and Geosciences – 1 position
Assistant
Professor, Science Education
Tenure-track, 10-month
Assistant Professor of Science Education position in the Department
of Physics, Astronomy and Geosciences beginning August 2018.
Doctorate in science education, curriculum and instruction (or an
equivalent degree) or physical, earth or space sciences and
extensive experience in science education. ABD applicants
considered, but appointment will be at the Instructor rank and all
degree requirements must be completed by February 1, 2019. Faculty
assigned an instructional workload of six (6) course units per
academic year for the first year. Beginning the second year the
workload reverts back to the standard instructional workload of
seven to eight (7-8) course units per academic year. Teach science
content, field experience and methods courses for elementary and
early childhood education majors, be involved in significant
scholarly activity and provide service to the department. Review of
application begins October 20, 2017 and continues until the
position is filled. FCSM-N-3102
For detailed information on these positions, please visit: http://www.towson.edu/provost/prospective/openpositions.html
Towson University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. These positions are contingent on availability of the funds at the time of hire.
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