Want to join the WVU Journalism faculty?

With all the buyouts and layoffs, perhaps some BJ alums might be interested in joining the West Virginia University School of Journalism faculty. The openings, according to WVU J-School Dean Maryanne Reed:

Endowed Professorship in Integrated Marketing Communications

The P.I. Reed School of Journalism, West Virginia University, seeks a dynamic and innovative educator to fill an endowed professorship in integrated marketing communications, beginning August 16, 2010 or January 1, 2011. The Harrison/Omnicom Endowed Professorship in Integrated Marketing Communications tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Candidates for this position must be able to teach graduate-level courses in advertising, public relations and integrated marketing communications and develop curricula for the School’s online IMC Master’s Degree program. Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to conduct scholarly research and publish in appropriate academic venues. Depending on the candidate’s expertise, possible courses to teach could include introduction to IMC, marketing research & analysis, audience insight, brand equity management, creative strategy & execution, direct marketing, PR concepts & strategy, emerging media & the market, and/or campaigns. Successful candidates must have at least 10 years of significant industry experience and a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline. Experience with designing and launching a doctoral program is desirable.

The review of applicants will begin April 1, 2010, and continue until the position is filled.

Send application letter, academic vita and the names of three references and their contact information to: Chair, Harrison/Omnicom Search Committee, P.I. Reed School of Journalism, P.O. Box 6010, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506-6010.

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Teaching Assistant Professor - Journalism

The P.I. Reed School of Journalism at West Virginia University is seeking a full-time non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor with expertise in writing and reporting in the digital newsroom, beginning August 16, 2010. This faculty member will be responsible for revising, teaching and managing the School’s introductory writing and reporting courses, including Media Writing and Reporting for the Print Media. The faculty member will revise these courses to emphasize social media, new media, audience interactivity, media convergence and Web-based writing. In addition, the faculty member will meet regularly with other instructors of the same courses and help them transition to the new curriculum. Depending on the person’s area of expertise, the faculty member may teach other courses, but his or her primary responsibility will be to ensure the School’s core writing courses are keeping current with the evolving industry. The ideal candidate will be both grounded in the traditional ideals and practices of journalism while also having explored the new realms and challenges of the digital era. Significant professional experience and a Master’s degree in a relevant field are required.

The review of applicants will begin April 1, 2010, and continue until the position is filled.

Please send a letter of application, resume/curriculum vita and contact information for three references to Teaching Assistant Professor Search Committee Chair, P.I. Reed School of Journalism, West Virginia University, P.O. Box 6010, Morgantown, WV 26506-6010.

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Assistant Professor in Advertising

The P. I. Reed School of Journalism at West Virginia University is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor in advertising who can teach multi-level courses in advertising and integrated marketing communications, develop innovative curriculum and conduct scholarly research that reflects and serves a changing industry. The position will begin August 2010.The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. Degree, a background in college level teaching, and at least three years of professional experience. Candidates with a relevant Masters Degree and significant experience will also be considered. Experience in digital and interactive marketing communications is particularly desirable.

The review of applicants will begin April 1, 2010, and continue until the position is filled.

Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three reference letters to Advertising Search Committee, West Virginia University, P.I. Reed School of Journalism, 1511 University Avenue, P.O. Box 6010, Morgantown, WV 26506.