LEO Lecturer I-Communication

LEO Lecturer I-Communication Apply Now How to Apply Applicants should upload a letter of intent and curriculum vitae for initial review. Selected applicants will then be asked to submit three references, a teaching statement, and sample syllabi. Deadline to apply is October 18, 2024. An offer of employment will be extended no later than December 10, 2024. This appoint ment opportunity is subject to final approval by the academic unit. Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eleventh day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. This appointment opportunity is subject to final approval by the academic unit. Job Summary The Department of Language, Culture, and the Arts, and the Communication discipline in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Letters (CASL) invites applicants for a LEO Lecturer I, non-tenure-track appointment which begins January 1, 2025 through April 30, 2025, for the Winter 2025 term. Contractual full-time rate per term is $25,500; term salary is dependent on number of courses taught and course effort percentage, up to 66.65% appointment for the Winter 2025 term. The successful candidate will be comfortable teaching face-to-face and online for these two courses: COMM 260; Public Relations Principles, a 4 credit-hour course at 33.33% effort This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of public relations, including the theories, principles, and process of public relations. Students will explore currents trends as well as significant events in the development of the field. Areas of emphasis include history, organizational relations, strategic planning, media relations, ethics, and best practices. Students will apply what they learn via PR deliverables, including a profile of a practitioner, a press release, and an email pitch. This course meets online asynchronously. COMM 460; Public Relations Campaigns, a 4 credit-hour course at 33.33% effort This course surveys a broad spectrum of public relations campaigns including different communication tools and techniques, message strategies, and traditional/non-traditional media choices. Students will develop a campaign for a real organization and will present their ideas convincingly using oral and written communication. Throughout the semester, a strong emphasis will be placed on case studies of best practices, social media tactics, and campaign measurement. This is a hybrid course that meets on Mondays 12:00pm-1:45pm. The appointment is for one semester only. Required Qualifications M.A. in Communication, or a related field. Desired Qualifications Experience in the public relations field Commitment to teaching with talented and diverse students at the undergraduate level. Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Job Detail Job Opening ID 254789 Working Title LEO Lecturer I-Communication Job Title LEO Lecturer I Work Location Dearborn Campus Dearborn, MI Modes of Work Hybrid Mobile/Remote Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Exempt Organizational Group Dbn Col Arts Sci Ltr Department Dbn CASL-Language Culture Arts Posting Begin/End Date 9/20/2024 - 10/19/2024 Career Interest LEO - Lecturers Apply Now

Created: 2024-11-02