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Department: Department Of Communications (Mass Communications)

Job Summary

The Department of Mass Communication at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applicants for a tenure track position in Public Relations/Strategic Communication at the assistant professor level beginning August 2025. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Mass Communication/Journalism or related with a professional background in Public Relations/Strategic Communications and Digital/New Media branding, marketing and content creation. Postdoctoral experience is strongly preferred.

The department seeks candidates whose area of concentration is digital branding, marketing, strategic campaigns, and new media strategic communications. Candidates with professional experience, training and content creation skills in public relations/strategic communications for Tech, Digital Companies, Corporate and Biomedical industries are preferred.

The position will allow the department to grow its niche area in new and digital media, artificial intelligence, and health communication. The ideal candidate will be able to teach innovative strategic communication courses that incorporates training in digital multimedia content creation, web/app and graphic design, social media marketing and branding and should be able to prepare students to work in corporate strategic communication positions in technical industries, biomedical industries and in major corporations.

Duties

Teach four classes per semester, primarily in Public Relations/Strategic Communications.

Demonstrate an ability and willingness to work collegially.

Ability to develop and teach face-to-face as well as hybrid classes.

Ability to show enthusiasm and experience in recruiting and mentoring undergraduate research students leading to publications and professional presentations.

Ability to contribute to the growth and recruitment of the undergraduate Mass Communication programs.

Demonstrate commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population.

Participate in service activities for the department, university, and community.

The Department of Mass Communication offers all levels of instruction for undergraduates and concentrations in Multimedia, Strategic Communications/Public Relations and Health Communication. The Department also supports an active Student Media program that creates content for news and entertainment across media platforms and for public relations; publishes the Herald newspaper, and the university yearbook and has active student chapters of the NABJ and PRSSA. The department is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for disadvantaged students.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Mass Communication/Journalism or related fields

Strong commitment to teaching

four classes per semester, primarily in Public Relations/Strategic Communications.

Ability to teach all levels of Mass Communication courses.

Write and Speak English proficiently.

Demonstrate a strong potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.

Ability to develop and teach face-to-face as well as online classes.

Commitment to developing an active research program within the area of the Multimedia, Strategic Communications/Public Relations and Health Communication areas.

Commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population; and

Commitment to the mission of Xavier University of Louisiana.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Training in Mass Communication/Journalism.

Professional Experience in Digital and New Media branding, marketing and strategic communication campaigns.

Background in corporate, tech, digital media and biomedical strategic communications.

Ability to teach innovative strategic communication courses that incorporates training in digital multimedia content creation, web/app and graphic design, social media marketing and branding.

Demonstrate the ability to prepare students to work in corporate strategic communication positions in technical industries, biomedical industries and in major corporations.

Successful experience teaching undergraduate courses to a diverse student body.

Experience recruiting undergraduate students.

Awareness of pedagogical best practices and ongoing commitment to developing and maintaining knowledge in this area.

Demonstrates culturally responsive approaches in teaching, research, and/or service.

Participate in service activities to the department, division, university, and community; and

Participate in on-campus department, division, college, and university meetings and assemblies, as well as university convocations and graduation.

Work Hours: Full-Time

Posting Number: F141P

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

How to Apply-Required Documentation:

Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier's online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu . Please submit the following materials:

(1) A cover letter emphasizing qualifications for this position; (2) comprehensive curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy; (4) a statement of research philosophy; (5) transcripts; and (6) contact information for three references. Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Monica Pierre, mpierre2@xula.edu.

Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Department of Mass Communication is especially interested in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received before November 1, 2024, are assured consideration.

Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3168

About Xavier

About Xavier University of Louisiana

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier University of Louisiana's current enrollment is 3,419. Of these, 2,693 are undergraduates and 205 are graduate students enrolled in Masters and Doctoral programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. In addition, there are 518 students enrolled in the College of Pharmacy, which offers the Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Doctor of Pharmacy. Xavier's student body is 80% African American, with approximately 37% from Louisiana, primarily from the New Orleans area. The balance comes from 42 other states, the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and several countries.