AssistantAssociate Professor of Integrated Marketing Communications 10611
AssistantAssociate Professor of Integrated Marketing Communications 10611
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The School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi invites applications for two ninemonth tenure track/tenured professor positions 1 assistant 1 assistant or associate) of Integrated Marketing Communications starting Fall 2025. Each position is fulltime tenuretrack to begin August 2025.
We seek innovative candidates with a strong focus on research to help build the IMC undergraduate and graduate programs to be consistent with the University of Mississippis Carnegie R1 status. The successful candidate will have an active research agenda related to integrated marketing communications including but not limited to strategic communication public relations or advertising. Candidates with proven research productivity and/or potential to secure research funding or awards will be given priority consideration. The candidates will maintain a steady stream of scholarly publications in their area of expertise and be expected to perform service to the school and university.
We seek individuals who are particularly qualified to teach research methods public relations IMC campaigns global IMC advertising account management and/or emerging technology courses. Experience as an instructor of record is highly desirable. Successful candidates will mentor graduate students and teach and develop coursework in both the graduate and undergraduate programs. Teaching responsibilities may include facetoface or online courses.
The School of Journalism and New Media offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Journalism Integrated Marketing Communications and Media and Communication. The IMC program curriculum is designed to provide a foundation for students in creating managing and evaluating brandbuilding communications across traditional and digital media platforms. The IMC program is one of the largest of its kind with nearly 1600 undergraduate students served by 14 fulltime faculty and 11 nontenured faculty. The graduate program in IMC has surged in recent years to more than 100 students.
Learn more about the School of Journalism and New Media at the University of Mississippi at School of Journalism and New Media is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. In recent years the school has experienced both exponential growth and some disruption. Our vision at the School of Journalism and New Media is of an inclusive equitable and regenerative learning community for all people. The ideal candidate will be a critical part of realizing this vision and will help cultivate an environment for the school that promotes a commitment to diversity inclusion and service to the greater community and to the profession.
Learn more about The University of Mississippis commitment to diversity equity and inclusion at Details
Appointment: 9 month
Assignment Type: Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates will be evaluated based on the following:
A Ph.D. in communication or related discipline with an emphasis in public relations integrated marketing communications advertising or related area. Candidates without a Ph.D. may be considered but will be required to have completed the degree by the position start date.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the collegiate level with evidence or potential to teach IMC courses as listed above.
Demonstrated strength in or promise of scholarly productivity.
Additional qualifications for each rank are listed below:
For appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor:
Demonstrated potential for research success as shown through publications or presentations.
Demonstrated potential teaching excellence in a university setting
For appointment at the rank of Associate Professor:
Demonstrated excellence in research as shown through publications awards or research grants.
Record of productive teaching excellence in a university setting including the ability to develop and teach graduate courses.
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Application Procedures
For priority consideration applicants should submit their files by January 21 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Candidates across all academic ranks will be considered. To apply upload the following
Letter of interest describing the applicants current research agenda accomplishments and future research goals as well as teaching experience.
Complete curriculum vitae
Research Sample
Evidence of teaching effectiveness
Names addresses email addresses and telephone numbers of at least three references
The search committee may request additional materials at a later time
* All materials must be submitted electronically. Printed materials will not be accepted.
Applicants should direct questions to the search committee chair Dr. Robert Magee by emailing
Priority consideration deadline: January 21 2025.
About the University of MS & Oxford MS
Founded in 1848 the University of Mississippi (UM) affectionately known to alumni students and friends as Ole Miss is Mississippis flagship university. Included in the elite group of R1: Doctoral Universities Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification it has a long history of producing leaders in public service academics and business. The University of Mississippi consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For is located in Oxford MS which is ranked one of the Top 10 Best College Towns. With more than 24000 students UM is the states largest university and is ranked among the nations fastestgrowing institutions. The University of Mississippi which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2900 employees has consistently been named one of Mississippis Healthiest Workplaces.
Touted as the Cultural Mecca of the South creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxfords rich history small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a onehour drive south of Memphis TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times Southern Living Cond Nast Traveler and GQ. Among other cultural activities annual events include the Oxford Film Festival a thriving local music scene and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town filled with unique shops and galleries eclectic restaurants and clubs historic landmarks and comfortable inns.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and when appropriate a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice education program or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race color gender sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression religion citizenship national origin age disability veteran status or genetic information.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
