Employment Opportunities
UW-Whitewater is a premier public 4-year institution offering baccalaureate degrees in 43 fields and graduate degrees in select areas. The university has a student enrollment of approximately 10,500 and a faculty/academic staff of 600. It is located 45 miles from Madison, 50 miles from Milwaukee and 90 miles from Chicago, with easy access to cultural, educational, and recreational activities.
Communication
Pending final administrative approval, The Department of Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking candidates for four full-time tenure-track positions beginning Fall, 2008.
Position 1: Tenure-track position in Media Writing.
The ideal candidate must have the academic preparation and demonstrable experience to contribute leadership to the department's writing curriculum and be prepared to teach Writing for Multimedia, Electronic Media Copywriting, Feature Writing, Mass Media Writing (introductory writing course), and Introduction to Mass Communication. Ability to teach Mass Communication and Public Opinion a plus. This opportunity is a continuation of an existing search. Ph.D/MFA in Communication or closely related field for tenure-track appointment. ABDs will also be considered for a non-tenure track appointment that may convert to tenure-track upon successful completion of terminal degree.
Position 2: Tenure-track or academic staff position in Broadcast Journalism.
The ideal candidate will have a broad background in both the academic theories and practices of the broadcast journalism industries and contribute leadership toward enhancement of the Broadcast Journalism and Electronic Media programs. Teach a variety of television and radio news writing/casting courses and supervise student newscasts on Cable 19, which serves UW-Whitewater and area communities. This opportunity is a continuation of an existing search. MA in Communication/Journalism or a closely related field required. Related industry experience and fluency with contemporary production and editing software required. Ph.D. in Communication or closely related field for tenure-track appointment. ABDs will also be considered for a non-tenure track appointment that will convert to tenure-track upon successful completion of terminal degree. Qualified candidates with MA with significant industry experience will be offered non-tenure, fixed term appointments.
Position 3: Tenure-track position in Organizational Communication.
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in the area of Organizational Communication or a closely related field and have the experience required to contribute leadership to the department's organizational communication emphasis. The selected candidate will teach a range of courses in organizational communication from introductory to graduate level seminars. Candidate should also be prepared/able to teach a number of other Speech courses. Ph.D. in Communication or closely related field for tenure-track appointment. ABDs will also be considered for a non-tenure track appointment that will convert to tenure-track upon successful completion of terminal degree.
Position 4: Tenure-track position in Public Relations
The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related field and significant professional experience in public relations. The selected candidate would teach a range of theoretical and practical courses in Public Relations, from introductory courses to graduate-level seminars. Ability to also teach introductory level courses in advertising and speech or journalism is also expected. Experience with classroom technology and on-line delivery is desirable. Ph.D. in Communication or a closely related field is required for tenure-track appointment. PRSA accreditation is a plus. ABDs will also be considered for a non-tenure-track appointment that will convert to tenure-track upon successful completion of terminal degree.
Position 5: Non-tenure-track Speech Generalist/Coordinator Basic Speech Class
Have the demonstrable experience to coordinate instruction in the department’s general education course, Introduction to Human Communication (coordinating the Basic Course Committee, textbook selection, orientation for new instructors, guidance in assessment of the basic course, etc.) Participation in basic course-related professional activity expected. In addition to being able to teach this basic course, the candidate should also be prepared to teach other courses from among the following: Small Group Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking, Persuasion, Gender Communication or Health Communication. MA required. Ph.D. preferred. At least three years teaching communication at the university level required. Student advising required. The teaching load for this position is 4-4.
All positions: Faculty with terminal degrees will also teach and direct theses in a growing Master's program. Our department expects research/creative activity to complement its primary teaching mission, and evidence of refereed creative media production and/or quantitative or qualitative scholarly activity is required for tenure. Service to the department, university and community as well as participation in related academic and professional organizations is expected from all faculty/staff. Faculty at UW-W teach a 4-4 load; academic staff teach a 5-4 load. The department has a three course prep limit.
How to apply: Submit a completed application packet containing: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of three references, graduate and undergraduate transcripts and evidence of teaching effectiveness to the following addresses: (Position One): Dr. Sue Wildermuth; (Position Two): Dr. Peter Conover; (Position Three): Dr. Sally Vogl-Bauer; (Position Four): Dr. Peter Smudde. Please address as follows: [Position Chair], Chair, [Name of Position] Search and Screen Committee, Department of Communication, UW-Whitewater, 800 West Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190. Review of applicants begins October 1, 2007 and will continue until filled. Only completed application packets will be reviewed.