Assistant Professor - Integrated Strategic Communications

at  Zayed University

DESCRIPTION

The College of Communication and Media Sciences at Zayed University seeks candidates at the Assistant Professor level. The College is seeking dynamic individuals who can provide expertise and leadership in the Integrated Strategic Communications (ISC) major courses.
We seek candidates with innovative ideas who will be able to teach basic principles/fundamentals, writing, strategic planning and campaigns, all incorporating elements of advertising, public relations, and marketing communications in traditional and online environments.
Integrated Strategic Communications is the largest concentration and has student chapters of the Middle East Public Relations Association (MEPRA) on both campuses. The college also has a graduate program in Strategic Public Relations. Candidates would be expected to be qualified to support these activities. New ISC faculty members will teach and conduct research or creative activities within the scope of the concentration.
The position also requires the successful applicant to handle student advising, course development and serve on College-wide committees.
All candidates for this position are expected to have a record of previous teaching experience that meets international standards, as well as professional experience and/or scholarly/creative activities in the area of emphasis. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to teach, conduct research and/or engage in creative activity and participate in interdisciplinary College efforts in addition to their specific areas of specialization.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Zayed University is fully accredited in the UAE and by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education in the US. The College of Communication and Media Sciences is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications, and the International Advertising Association accredits its Integrated Strategic Communications concentration.
The College offers a comprehensive program of study, providing students with opportunities to develop their communication skills and prepare themselves to play important professional leadership roles.
Our faculty represent approximately 20 different nationalities and are committed to our mission, which is to graduate students who:
Understand the role of mass communication in Islamic and global cultures;
Master written, oral and visual skills in English and Arabic;
Use digital media technologies thoughtfully and appropriately;
Value truth, accuracy, fairness and diversity;
Think critically, be innovative and engage in dialogue;
Contribute to the body of knowledge in mass communication from this region;
Assist in the future development of the UAE and the global community.
Studies lead to a B.S. Degree in Communication and Media Sciences with concentrations in one of three areas: Integrated Strategic Communications, Media Production and Storytelling and Tourism and Cultural Communications. Graduate programs leading to an M.A. degree also exist in Tourism and Cultural Communication and in Strategic Public Relations.
The College of Communication and Media Sciences is seeking candidates to begin Fall 2024. A search for these positions will open immediately and remain open until filled.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor must have a terminal degree (PhD) in communication and a specialization in either strategic communication, public relations or advertising from a QS ranked university, that is or can be equalized by the UAE Ministry of Education.
Professional experience is desirable as well as a proven track record of excellence in teaching. In addition, an established track record of publications in Scopus-listed or ranked journals is desired. Candidates are expected to be effective teachers/scholars, teach in both the undergraduate and graduate programs, and be involved in outreach efforts to the community.
Successful candidates should have the ability to contribute to at least one or more of the College’s required core courses such as: media and society; public speaking and persuasion; media storytelling; media law and ethics; research methods; culture and media criticism; and/or digital media. Knowledge of entrepreneurship as well as experience in social/digital media and creativity is beneficial.
Also desired, but not required, is bilingual fluency in Arabic and English. Previous teaching experience in an ESL environment is helpful. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

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