Visiting Instructor/Assistant Teaching Professor
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Visiting Instructor/Assistant Teaching Professor.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
School of Communication
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Posting Close Date
May 15, 2024
Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates should include a CV and three references.
Job Summary
The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a visiting nine-month appointment position at the level of instructor or non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor specializing in graphic design, photojournalism, and core multimedia instruction in the School of Media & Communication within the College of Arts and Sciences to begin Fall 2024. Applications are welcome from those with experience teaching a wide array of topics within the multimedia communication fields, including basic writing, social media, visual and other journalism skills.
The successful candidate will teach four courses each semester. Opportunity exists to work with the school's Student Media Center as well as a variety of other student organizations. Primary teaching responsibilities will include graphic design, photojournalism, and introductory multimedia courses focusing on writing, social media, and basic visual presentation.
A core value of the school and the university is creating a diverse faculty with professional experience. Those who can articulate such traits are particularly welcome to apply.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach undergraduate courses in the multimedia program, including graphic design, photojournalism, and other journalism - or strategic communication-related courses
2. Engage in student recruitment
3. Contribute to the mission of the school, college, university, and wider community through campus and professional service
4. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in communication, journalism or related field, with specialization in multimedia or similar field, which must be completed by the time of appointment (August, 2024). Evidence of effective work in a diverse environment. Such evidence could include journalism or other media projects related to diversity issues. The ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Cloud, specially Premier, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Familiarity with Associated Press style.
• Ability to effectively communicate in corporate, non-profit and university settings.

Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in Student Media or campus media-related field. Evidence of effective teaching at a university. At least three years of professional experience. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty and administration to advance the program. The ability to teach courses in writing, design, and new media and technologies. Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstration of familiarity with industry tools and software. Experience working on hands-on experiential projects that engage students in community service.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.