[Air-L] Faculty Opportunity

Grant Kien grant.kien at csueastbay.edu
Wed Jul 19 09:05:37 PDT 2017


ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMMUNICATION (QUANTITATIVE METHODS), TENURE-TRACK
FACULTY_18-19 COMM-QUANTMETHODS-TT [Position PS#00003828]

California State University East Bay, Hayward, CA

Apply at https://apply.interfolio.com/42088


THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, East Bay is known for
award-winning programs, expert instruction, a diverse student body of over
15,000 students, and a choice of more than 100 career-focused fields of
study. For the past three years our campus has been the recipient of the
Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity
Magazine. We are proud of our diversity and committed to providing an
inclusive and stimulating environment for all our students. The
University's main campus is in Hayward, with branches in Contra Costa
County, Online and in Oakland, California. Our 900+ faculty offer
bachelor's degrees in 47 fields, minors in 51 fields, master's degrees in
33 fields, 9 credentials programs, 12 certificate options, and 1 doctoral
degree program.

http://www20.csueastbay.edu/

All California State University campuses, including CSUEB, will become
smoke and tobacco-free effective September 1, 2017.


THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Communication prepares students for
success through acquisition of knowledge and skills in communication theory
and research, critical analysis, speaking, writing, digital media, and
journalism. Students learn to understand our ever-changing contemporary
media environment, and the long history of the relationships among
communication, self, and society. In so doing, they are prepared for a
broad array of career paths.


A distinguished faculty, fully equipped studios/labs: (Newspaper;
Broadcast/Video Production; Advertising; Communication Tutoring), the
Public Relations Student Society of America, the Department’s speech and
debate club, and a dynamic graduate student body all afford students
opportunities and skills to make positive, professional, and significant
contributions in the communication field. The Communication Department
enjoys a highly diverse student-body with over 550 undergraduate and over
30 graduate majors.


The Department currently offers two undergraduate options: Media Production
(including journalism and video production), and Professional, Public and
Organizational Communication (including public relations and advertising).
Beginning in 2018 with the conversion of the campus to the semester system,
the Department will offer three brand new concentrations: Communication and
Media Studies, Strategic Communication, and Multimedia Journalism.

http://www.csueastbay.edu/class/departments/communication/index.html


DUTIES OF THE POSITION: The successful candidate will teach coursework at
all levels in the Department of Communication with a primary focus on
quantitative communication research (emphasizing social media content);
degree coursework within the three program concentrations of Strategic
Communication, Communication and Media Studies, and Digital Media
Journalism; and other coursework as assigned. When necessary, the
successful candidate will lead in the design and conducting of surveys (and
other research) for the Department’s various needs in serving students, and
the Department and University’s goals. They will mentor and teach a diverse
student body, and is expected to respect the varied (inter)disciplinary
specialties represented in the department. In addition to teaching, all
faculty have advising responsibilities, assist the Department with
administrative and/or committee work, and are expected to assume
campus-wide committee responsibilities.


Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East
Bay include courses at the Hayward, Concord and Online campuses.


RANK AND SALARY: Assistant Professor. Salary is dependent upon educational
preparation and experience.  Subject to budgetary authorization.


DATE OF APPOINTMENT:  Fall semester, 2018


QUALIFICATIONS


REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Communication (or a related field) at the time of
appointment with an emphasis on content analysis and quantitative methods.
ABD candidates may be considered, however, the degree must be in hand at
the time of appointment. Demonstrated research record. Evidence of teaching
effectiveness.


PREFERRED: A contemporary critical focus and an ability to articulate the
importance of critical communication research in the classroom. A research
emphasis on social media discourse and its socio-cultural implications. An
ability to teach, mentor, advise and work with students from diverse
educational and cultural backgrounds, graduate students, and generally
contribute to student life initiatives on campus.


DESIRABLE: Demonstration of a research record and promising works in
progress, published scholarly works, and plans for a sustained program of
research. Evidence of effective teaching and the ability to teach across
the curriculum. A desire to work with faculty across the campus.


Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research,
or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment
to diversity and excellence. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a
record of scholarly activity.


This University is fully committed to the rights of students, staff and
faculty with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal
laws. For more information about the University’s program supporting the
rights of our students with disabilities see:
http://www20.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/as/


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS


DEADLINE:  For full consideration, all applications should be submitted by
October 1, 2017. The position will remain open until filled.


TO APPLY: Please submit the following via Interfolio
https://apply.interfolio.com/42088


• Letter of application addressing the qualifications noted in the position
announcement;

• Current curriculum vitae (C.V.);

• Teaching statement (2 to 3 pages max);

• Research statement (2 to 3 pages max);

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (2 to 3 pages max);

• Writing samples;

• Three (3) confidential letters of recommendation;

• Diversity statement that addresses how you engage a diverse student
population in your teaching, research, mentoring, and advising (1 page max).


Note: California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully
authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are
contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s
identity and eligibility to work in accordance with provisions of the
Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a
criminal records check and prior employment verification) must be completed
and cleared prior to the start of employment.


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CSUEB does not discriminate on the basis
of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability,
gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race,
religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is
committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a
stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body.



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