Continuous Search - Journalism Instructor or Assistant Professor

The journalism program in the Department of Communication at the University of Minnesota Duluth seeks applicants for our continuous job hiring pool to teach journalism and other courses related to the applicant's training and expertise. Preferred candidates can teach journalism courses across the curriculum, including, but not limited to, writing and reporting, media production, design across platforms, media law & ethics, and data journalism. Applicants would be added to the journalism program's hiring pool, and courses may potentially be offered in an in-person, online, or hybrid format. Term contracts only; positions contingent on funding. Note: Being a member of the pool does not ensure a contract will be offered; course offerings, and therefore teaching appointments, vary with demand and available funding.

Required Qualifications

• MA or MS in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies or a related field from a regionally-accredited institution. Two years of teaching, including experience as a teaching assistant, at the collegiate level. Evidence of strong written communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies or related fields from an accredited institution. Two years of teaching at the collegiate level. Evidence of strong written communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups.

The Department of Communication is in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CAHSS) offering majors and minors in communication and journalism. The department serves roughly 300 students.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

The position requires that you attach Curriculum Vita, Cover Letter, and Reference list. Final candidates will be required to submit an official transcript.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).