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Position Title
Communication and Journalism: Assistant Professor in Multimedia Journalism
Job Category
Faculty
Employment Type
Regular
Job Profile
Assistant Professor
Job Duties
POSITION
The Department of Communication and Journalism invites applications for a probationary tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with expertise in Multimedia Journalism. We seek a dynamic candidate committed to teaching excellence, curriculum innovation, and student engagement. This appointment carries an initial two-year probationary appointment beginning with the 2026/2027 academic year, August 17, 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate, or master’s degree with significant professional experience (7 years), in Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field by August 17, 2026.
Demonstrated potential for teaching excellence in multimedia journalism and storytelling. Ability to teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced-level courses in multimedia journalism, reporting, editing, and media production.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching audio storytelling, video storytelling, social storytelling, or data journalism. Expertise in emerging media trends, digital storytelling platforms, and multimedia content creation. Experience collaborating with industry professionals and fostering student-media partnerships. Ability to assist in the revitalization and modernization the journalism curriculum to include emerging storytelling formats such as audio storytelling, video storytelling, and social media storytelling.
DUTIES
Teach courses in storytelling, reporting, interviewing, multimedia communication, audio and video production, and digital journalism. Engage students in experiential learning through hands-on media production, community journalism projects, and collaboration with industry professionals. Mentor and advise students, including undergraduate research and creative projects. Maintain an active program of research or creative work in multimedia journalism, storytelling, or related fields. Participate in departmental, university, and professional service activities.
THE COMMUNICATION & JOURNALISM DEPARTMENT
The Department of Communication and Journalism consists of 11 full-time faculty and staff and offers majors in Communication, Integrated-Strategic Communication, and Journalism.
UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY
UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 10,000 students and 1,400 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives . Please attach the following in PDF format:
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by January 23, 2026. However, screening may continue until position is filled.
Department
Key Job Responsibilities:
Compensation
Required Qualifications:
Education
Preferred Qualifications:
How To Apply
Contact Information:
Special Notes
INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW
UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ .
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
Additional Information
The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Position Title
Communication and Journalism: Assistant Professor in Multimedia Journalism
Job Category
Faculty
Employment Type
Regular
Job Profile
Assistant Professor
Job Duties
POSITION
The Department of Communication and Journalism invites applications for a probationary tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with expertise in Multimedia Journalism. We seek a dynamic candidate committed to teaching excellence, curriculum innovation, and student engagement. This appointment carries an initial two-year probationary appointment beginning with the 2026/2027 academic year, August 17, 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate, or master’s degree with significant professional experience (7 years), in Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field by August 17, 2026.
Demonstrated potential for teaching excellence in multimedia journalism and storytelling. Ability to teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced-level courses in multimedia journalism, reporting, editing, and media production.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching audio storytelling, video storytelling, social storytelling, or data journalism. Expertise in emerging media trends, digital storytelling platforms, and multimedia content creation. Experience collaborating with industry professionals and fostering student-media partnerships. Ability to assist in the revitalization and modernization the journalism curriculum to include emerging storytelling formats such as audio storytelling, video storytelling, and social media storytelling.
DUTIES
Teach courses in storytelling, reporting, interviewing, multimedia communication, audio and video production, and digital journalism. Engage students in experiential learning through hands-on media production, community journalism projects, and collaboration with industry professionals. Mentor and advise students, including undergraduate research and creative projects. Maintain an active program of research or creative work in multimedia journalism, storytelling, or related fields. Participate in departmental, university, and professional service activities.
THE COMMUNICATION & JOURNALISM DEPARTMENT
The Department of Communication and Journalism consists of 11 full-time faculty and staff and offers majors in Communication, Integrated-Strategic Communication, and Journalism.
UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY
UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 10,000 students and 1,400 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following Web site: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives . Please attach the following in PDF format:
- Letter of application
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Curriculum vita
- Unofficial graduate school transcript
- Names and contact information for three references.
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by January 23, 2026. However, screening may continue until position is filled.
Department
Key Job Responsibilities:
Compensation
Required Qualifications:
Education
Preferred Qualifications:
How To Apply
Contact Information:
Special Notes
INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW
UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 9,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. To learn more about UWEC, visit https://www.uwec.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ .
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
Additional Information
The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat.
- . 19.36(7).
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.