The University of British Columbia Graduate School of Journalism seeks to attract an Assistant/Associate Professor to teach in its innovative graduate program, complementing the School’s core strengths in digital, international, science, environment and public policy journalism as listed on our website: www.journalism.ubc.ca.
Candidates must have a Masters or PhD degree, in addition to previous experience in journalism, and are expected to demonstrate potential for high quality research and teaching at the graduate level. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of research, teaching and service. The School offers concentrations in key areas of journalism, as well as academic specializations across disciplines through its location at one of the world’s leading universities. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application inquiries should be addressed to: Dr. Mary Lynn Young, Director and Associate Professor, University of British Columbia, Graduate School of Journalism, 6388 Crescent Road, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z2.
Application deadline: September 30, 2010.
Applications must include: letter of application, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names and addresses of at least four referees.
The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
The anticipated start date is July 1, 2011.
