[Air-L] JOB: Asst. Prof of Digital Media, University of Utah

[Robert W. Gehl]

Hi, all --

The link to the Utah job mentioned below is now live:

https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/56564

Regards,

Rob

Robert W. Gehl
Associate Professor, Department of Communication
Affiliated Faculty, Department of Writing & Rhetoric
The University of Utah
www.robertwgehl.org | @robertwgehl
www.socialmediaalternatives.org
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Please read my book: Reverse Engineering Social Media
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On 09/07/2016 01:14 PM, Robert W. Gehl wrote:
> Hello, AOIR!
> 
> I'm excited to announce an opening at the University of Utah in the
> Department of Communication: Assistant Professor of Digital Media.
> Naturally, I'm hoping tons of AOIR members check out this job, tell
> likely candidates, and of course apply. If you have questions about this
> job or life in Salt Lake City, please do let me know
> (robert.gehl at utah.edu). And see you in Berlin!
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Rob Gehl
> ----------------------------------
> Assistant Professor of Digital Media
> 
> The Department of Communication at the University of Utah invites
> applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Digital Media,
> effective July 1, 2017.
> 
> This is a broad call for applicants who are doing innovative,
> cutting-edge research into the histories, uses, dynamics, and
> implications of digital communication. We envision applicants'
> scholarship might include – but would not be limited to – the
> intersection of digital communication and journalism, history, mobile
> media, diversity, social media, augmented reality, social justice,
> infrastructures, organizational studies, ecology, software studies,
> methodology, critical video game studies, activism, identities,
> political economy, civic engagement, surveillance, politics, or
> pedagogy. Ultimately, we seek scholar-teachers who can reinforce the
> Department of Communication's emerging strength in critical analysis of
> digital media and help to position the College of Humanities as a leader
> in digital media studies.
> 
> Superior candidates will have: (1) evidence of an emerging research
> program, including articles in peer-reviewed journals, books, or
> research-based creative works; (2) the ability to contribute to the
> Department’s Digital Media teaching responsibilities, including
> undergraduate and graduate courses and the supervision of graduate
> theses; (3) evidence of success obtaining and managing and/or an
> interest in obtaining federal or foundation grants; (4) interest in
> contributing to the development of University-wide programs in Digital
> Humanities, Medical Humanities, Entertainment Arts and Engineering,
> Environmental Humanities, Ethnic Studies, Big Data, or Religious
> Studies; (5) a broad awareness and appreciation of the field of
> communication and the areas of research and teaching represented in the
> Department, as well as how digital media studies can articulate with the
> historical and emerging concerns of communication studies.
> 
> The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
> employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin,
> color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender
> identity/expression, status as a person with a disability, genetic
> information, or Protected Veteran status. Individuals from historically
> underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons
> with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
> Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request
> and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request,
> reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to
> individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University’s
> nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request
> disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal
> Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135,
> (801) 581-8365.
> 
> The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in
> settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong
> commitment to improving access to higher education for historically
> underrepresented students.
> 
> Review of applications will begin October 1, 2016, and will continue
> until the position is filled. Applicants must submit a letter of
> interest; a CV; and the names of three references to
> http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/56564. Questions about the position
> are welcome, and can be directed to Robert W. Gehl, Search Committee
> Chair, robert DOT gehl (AT THE DOMAIN) utah.edu.
> 
> -- Rob Gehl
>