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Instructor - Journalism and Creative Media Industries

Position Number: 6302650
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Communications - Journalism

Instructor - Journalism and Creative Media Industries

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Position DescriptionThe Department of Journalism and Creative Media Industries is seeking a robust pool of potential part-time, non-tenure-track instructors to assist with the teaching mission of the College of Media & Communication as ad hoc instructional needs arise.

Position Description
The Department of Journalism and Creative Media Industries is seeking a robust pool of potential part-time, non-tenure-track instructors to assist with the teaching mission of the College of Media & Communication as ad hoc instructional needs arise.

Major/Essential Functions
In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate level.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in media production, media studies, creative media, journalism, or a closely related field of study by the date of the appointment. Per TTU OP 32.36, "outstanding professional experience and demonstrated contributions to the teaching discipline may be presented on an exceptional basis in lieu of formal academic preparation."
Candidates must have at least five years of professional experience in media production, media studies, creative media, journalism, or a closely related field.
Candidates should demonstrate evidence of, or a potential for, teaching excellence at the undergraduate level.
Residence in Texas.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior teaching experience

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please submit:

A one-page statement of interest (750 words max) indicating specific courses of interest and background/preparation for successful teaching of those courses
A CV or a resume
A digital portfolio showcasing professional accomplishments in journalism and/or creative media
The names and contact information of three professional references

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

The College of Media & Communication (http://www.depts.ttu.edu/ comc/ ) at Texas Tech University serves approximately 2500 students across its undergraduate majors and graduate programs. The college's enrollment and credit hours have grown consistently for the last seven years; the number of full-time faculty has almost tripled; and the area for facilities has increased more than 40%. CoMC is the #1 rated research unit in the TTU System per the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities (Shanghai Ranking). Its Security Sensitive Level : Travel Required : Schedule Details : Does this position work in a research laboratory? : Does this position handle money, procurement card or other institutional assets? : Does this position need a professional license? : Does this position work with minors in camps and/or programs affiliated with the University? : EEO Statement : Does the committee intend to review only applicants with the required qualifications, including the specific degree(s) listed? : Level 1 Up to 25% Determined by teaching schedule for Instructors No No No No All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Yes private and state grants initiatives have skyrocketed in recent years, achieving its 2025 grants goals in fall 2020. The CoMC Center for Communication Research (CCR) is the country's premier academic research facility for the study of communication, media processing, and effects. The CCR features labs useful for audience testing, content analysis, surveys, eye-tracking, focus group, and psychophysiology. These research facilities provide a great environment for further advancing an exciting and productive research agenda. The college maintains high standards for teaching, even as its reputation as a media research center expands. College metrics for student retention and graduation rates are near the top at Texas Tech in many categories. Research strengths among college faculty include Hispanic and international, strategic, science/health, gaming/AI, leadership, interpersonal/organizational, and political communication, as well as social scientific research methods. Affiliates of the Thomas Jay Harris Institute for Hispanic & International Communication engage in teaching, research and community outreach related to Hispanic and international/intercultural communication (comc.ttu.edu/research/hihic). Please visit the college's website for more information: www.depts.ttu.edu/comc.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.