My department has a position opening for an assistant professor in public relations. Here's the official announcement. And since I'm chairing the search committee, feel free to contact me with any questions.
Faculty Position in Public Relations
Department of Advertising and Public Relations, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, The University of Georgia
The Department of Advertising and Public Relations of the Grady College at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track position in public relations to begin August 2012.
Academic Rank/Salary
Assistant Professor. Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary competitive.
Responsibilities
Candidates must have a teaching and research concentration in and commitment to public relations as an academic enterprise. A successful candidate must have a thorough grounding in theory, research, and practice and the ability to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in public relations, particularly such courses as PR administration, writing, research and campaign. Industry experience and expertise in digital, international or health and risk communication a plus.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in communication or related field required. ABDs will be considered. Sustained evidence or strong promise of research productivity required. Ability to mentor and direct graduate students also required.
Application Deadline
Screening of applications will begin November 1, 2011 and continue until position is filled. To apply for the position, submit a cover letter, names of three references, and curriculum vitae (electronic submission strongly preferred) to:
Dr. Karen Miller Russell, Associate Professor/Public Relations Search Committee Chair/ Department of Advertising & Public Relations/Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication/University of Georgia/Athens, GA 30602-3018/karenm at uga dot edu
Learn more about the Department of Advertising and Public Relations and the Grady College at www.grady.uga.edu. The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu) is the nation’s first chartered state-supported university is a land grant/sea institution and is located 70 miles from Atlanta -- in close proximity to major media outlets and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Athens is a progressive city noted for its beautiful surroundings, rich history, and recreational and cultural opportunities. It is consistently named one of the best college towns in the United States and is known for its music scene and college athletics (www.visitathensga.com).
The University of Georgia is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution