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Assistant Professor, Digital Journalism & Media Production, Tenure Track
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- Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
- Full-time Faculty
Salary/Position Classification
- $65,000 9-month contract, Exempt
- 40 hours per week
- This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus
Purpose of Position
The Department of Communication at the University of North Dakota seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication focusing on digital journalism and media production. We are seeking applicants who have expertise in multimedia journalism and production within diverse social, cultural, political, and global contexts and who employ a wide range of research methods to explore major issues in digital journalism. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct research, teach relevant journalism courses, and provide students with experiential learning opportunities in our new recording studios.
The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please be sure to notify our Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.Whalen@UND.edu) right away to explore dual-career opportunities.
Duties & Responsibilities
The successful applicant will receive an initial contract with an approximate effort distribution of 50% teaching, 40% research, and 10% service. We value diverse perspectives and actively seek applicants committed to the success of our students.
The successful candidate will have an annual teaching load of 2/2 and be expected to teach undergraduate-level journalism courses face-to-face and online. Course assignments may include but are not limited to, Introduction to Journalism, News Writing Fundamentals in the Online World, Audio Production and Broadcasting, Multimedia Reporting and Storytelling, and Senior Capstone in Communication. Graduate-level (M.A. and Ph.D.) teaching is also expected, with courses potentially including Professional Project in Communication and Qualitative Communication Research. Assigned courses will be consistent with the candidate’s area of expertise. Additionally, the new hire will be expected to contribute to the development and supervision of a student-run multimedia production studio facility in the future.
Publishing peer-reviewed journal articles and applying for competitive external grants on a regular basis will be expected for tenure.
Required Competencies
- Ability to conduct and publish scientific studies
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including evidence of the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students
- Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
- Ability and willingness to work with and engage diverse students and colleagues within and outside the Department of Communication
- Ability to adapt to current methods of teaching and research, including online delivery and integration of artificial intelligence
Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in Communication or related discipline by 8/15/2027
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional experience in digital media production
- Evidence of track record of research, teaching, education, and/or professional experience related to journalism
- Experience being part of an externally (grant)-funded research team(s)
- Evidence of applying for and/or obtaining external funding
- Experience incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into research and teaching
- Experience offering students experiential learning opportunities
- Experience teaching both undergraduate-level and graduate-level courses in a Department of Communication’s curriculum
- Experience teaching online courses
To Apply
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 09/30/2026 and include the following materials:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- List of at least three references (including contact information)
Position is open until filled.
Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Joonghwa Lee, at joonghwa.lee@und.edu.
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
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Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Salary : $65,000