Assistant Professor in Strategic Communication

Position Summary

The Strategic Communication M.A. Program at Michigan State University is seeking outstanding candidates for an adjunct online Assistant Professor position. This is a part-time position. Primary responsibilities will be teaching online in the Strategic Communication M.A. Program. Responsibilities will include some combination of the following: teaching a course or courses in marketing, leadership, advertising, PR, digital media, media analytics, ethics, and research that students can apply in careers. The StratCom M.A. program is an applied Masters Degree Program. The students are already working professionals desiring to pivot or advance in their career with applied skill training. The program is 100% online. Candidates who possess experience and proficiency in online teaching is preferred.

Position is planned to recur every Summer Semester

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

PhD required. Professional experience in advertising, PR, executive leadership, media analytics, journalism and mass communication or related area; commitment to working as part of a team; and excellent communication and leadership skills. Teaching experience is required.

Desired Qualifications

Online teaching experience is preferred.

Required Application Materials

Please submit your CV along with your cover letter addressing your extent of experience.

Together-we-will Statement

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

https://comartsci.msu.edu/academics/academic-departments/dean/graduate/master-arts-strategic-communication

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.