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Assistant/Associate Professor of Mass Media Studies/Chair of Humanities

Talladega College · Talladega, AL · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

About the role

Talladega College seeks an experienced, visionary faculty member to serve as Assistant or Associate Professor of Mass Media Studies, to begin August 2, 2026. For candidates demonstrating an exceptional track record of prior academic leadership and administrative excellence, this position may be expanded to include leadership responsibilities as the Chair of Humanities, overseeing a broader portfolio of degree programs within the School of Humanities and Fine Arts.

Responsibilities

  • Teach discipline-specific in-person and blended courses
  • Implement innovative pedagogy in various facets of mass media
  • Actively provide academic advisement and collaborate to recruit and retain students
  • Recommend courses to be offered in the department each semester
  • Adhere to College policies and procedures
  • Develop and assess degree programs and student learning outcomes
  • Maintain course learning management systems
  • Review and recommend revisions to department catalog content
  • Project a professional, positive, and upbeat disposition
  • Meet established deadlines
  • Utilize and remain current with the College’s instructional technologies
  • Participate in required Faculty, Department, School, and College meetings
  • Serve on School-and College-wide committees, collaborating closely with administration
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Earned Ph.D. in journalism, mass communications, mass media studies, or a highly related field from an accredited institution
  • Proven track record of successful classroom instructional experience at the collegiate level, with demonstrated success in implementing innovative pedagogy
  • For Chair Consideration Only: Prior administrative or leadership experience (e.g., Program Director, Department Chair, or committee lead)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Demonstrated success in developing, assessing, and evaluating academic programs
  • Proficient in using educational and administrative technology as a management and reporting tool

Application Process

  • A Talladega College application
  • A cover letter addressing the qualifications
  • A teaching philosophy
  • A reference letter
  • A current curriculum vitae
  • Copies of all transcripts*
  • Names, addresses, titles, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least 3 professional references

*Official transcripts will be required at the time of the final offer. Questions about the application process may be directed to [email protected]

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