Visiting Assistant Professor of Media Studies
Visiting Assistant Professor of Media Studies
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06-04-2025
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The University of Tulsa invites applications for a oneyear nontenuretrack visiting faculty position in Media Studies. A PhD with teaching experience in media studies or a related field is required. The externallyfunded position commences August 2023. We seek a candidate able to conduct research and contribute to our core curriculum. The specialization is open. The Department of Media Studies encompasses media history criticism and theory with an emphasis on American and transnational cultural political and social contexts. We seek a candidate who brings their own field of teaching and research expertise that complements as well as expands beyond existing faculty strengths in critical advertising & popular culture food media global media journalism new & social media political communication & economy and screen cultures; we would also especially welcome scholarteachers with research interests at the intersection of media studies and any of the following areas expertise in Journalism & Multimedia Nonfiction Storytelling Sports Media African American Culture Data Criticism Gaming Indigeneity Media Industries Sexual & Reproductive Justice and Sound Studies & Music and many others. This list is illustrative rather than exhaustive and we welcome innovative candidates who blend diverse forms of multimodal teaching with research analysis and advocacy. Responsibilities include teaching core and elective courses in the undergraduate curriculum in Media Studies and if possible the general education curriculum across the campus. The successful candidate will be prepared to cover a core course each semester such as Media Inquiry (Research Methods) Media History or Media Theories while also teaching special topic electives in the field of their expertise and conducting research. We also welcome those able to contribute to our crosslisting communities across campus with Cyber Security English & Creative Writing Film Studies Global Scholars Program History Honors Program Languages & Literatures Political Science Womens & Gender Studies and others. The Department of Media Studies is part of the Henry Kendall College of Arts & Sciences one of five colleges at The University of Tulsa (TU). Information about TU and the Henry Kendall College of Arts & Sciences programs may be found at . Located at the intersections of the Niukonska (Osage) Mvskoke (Muscogee Creek) and Tslg (Cherokee) Nation Reservations Tulsa is one of the most livable and affordable cities in the United States with a metropolitan population of over one million. Its lively arts and culture scene includes three major museums (the Philbrook Museum of Art the Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art and the Gilcrease Museum) a diverse music scene and a thriving community. Researchers may be interested in the Bob Dylan Center and Archive the Woody Guthrie Center the Helmerich archives Greenwood Rising (new museum commemorating the Tulsa Race and active First Nation communities in the region as well as strong interdisciplinary connections across the Arts & Sciences as well as cyber studies and computer science on campus. Tulsas historic independent movie theater Circle Cinema frequently collaborates with TU and provides special screenings industry panels and student internships. Review of applications will begin March 15 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit: a cover letter addressing the candidates qualifications and interest in the position a statement of teaching philosophy evidence of teaching effectiveness (teaching evaluations if available) a current curriculum vitae and 3 letters of reference online at . Email inquiries to Professor Mark Brewin Search Committee Chair at .
Physical Demands
Typical demands associated with inperson instruction. Remote work is not an option for this position.
Required Qualifications
Teaching experience in media studies or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Media Studies or related field preferred. ABD will be considered.
The University of Tulsa invites applications for a oneyear nontenuretrack visiting faculty position in Media Studies. A PhD with teaching experience in media studies or a related field is required. The externallyfunded position commences August 2023. We seek a candidate able to conduct research and contribute to our core curriculum. The specialization is open. The Department of Media Studies encompasses media history criticism and theory with an emphasis on American and transnational cultural political and social contexts. We seek a candidate who brings their own field of teaching and research expertise that complements as well as expands beyond existing faculty strengths in critical advertising & popular culture food media global media journalism new & social media political communication & economy and screen cultures; we would also especially welcome scholarteachers with research interests at the intersection of media studies and any of the following areas expertise in Journalism & Multimedia Nonfiction Storytelling Sports Media African American Culture Data Criticism Gaming Indigeneity Media Industries Sexual & Reproductive Justice and Sound Studies & Music and many others. This list is illustrative rather than exhaustive and we welcome innovative candidates who blend diverse forms of multimodal teaching with research analysis and advocacy. Responsibilities include teaching core and elective courses in the undergraduate curriculum in Media Studies and if possible the general education curriculum across the campus. The successful candidate will be prepared to cover a core course each semester such as Media Inquiry (Research Methods) Media History or Media Theories while also teaching special topic electives in the field of their expertise and conducting research. We also welcome those able to contribute to our crosslisting communities across campus with Cyber Security English & Creative Writing Film Studies Global Scholars Program History Honors Program Languages & Literatures Political Science Womens & Gender Studies and others. The Department of Media Studies is part of the Henry Kendall College of Arts & Sciences one of five colleges at The University of Tulsa (TU).
Physical Demands
Typical demands associated with inperson instruction. Remote work is not an option for this position.
Required Qualifications
Teaching experience in media studies or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Media Studies or related field preferred. ABD will be considered.
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Full Time
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