assistant Professor of DIGITAL JOURNALISM

URSINUS COLLEGE invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Digital Journalism for a three-year position beginning Fall 2010. The Media & Communication Studies Department seeks candidates with expertise in on-line journalism and digital technology as well as in traditional journalistic writing: print and/or broadcast. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or other appropriate terminal degree (e.g., MJ, MS in Journalism) by the date of appointment.

Applicants should have additional competencies in one or more of the following areas: public affairs journalism, environmental journalism, science journalism, civic journalism, critical studies of journalism, media and society, global news media, communication law and ethics, and intellectual property especially as they apply in the digital era.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching and research in a liberal arts setting, to mentor students in undergraduate research projects, and to continue an ongoing program of scholarly or professional development. This new faculty member will also be responsible for advising the Grizzly, our weekly student run newspaper and for transitioning this print-based publication to an on-line edition. Our journalism courses are taught in our Department’s state-of-the-art 20-station Mac Lab. Applicants should have a broad vision of the role of journalism in support of the college’s liberal arts mission and will contribute to the development of the journalism course sequence within the Media & Communication Studies Department. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at NCA or by phone. Please indicate in your cover letter if you will be available at NCA

Ursinus College is a highly selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of 1725 students located 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. Ursinus College is an equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE). In keeping with the College’s historic commitment to equality, women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Send letter of application, vitae, transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness, samples of published writing, and request three confidential letters of recommendation including email addresses of referees to: Dr. Jeanine Czubaroff, Chair, Digital Journalism Search Committee, Ursinus College, Collegeville, PA 19426. Additional information about Ursinus College may be accessed on our web site: http://www.ursinus.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The search committee will begin reviewing completed applications December 1, 2009.