University of Arizona · 3 months ago
Assistant Professor of Practice, Public Relations (Department of Communications) (Career-Track)
The University of Arizona's Department of Communication is seeking applications for a career-track Assistant Professor of Practice position in Public Relations. The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching mission by instructing both introductory and advanced PR classes, and will have training and experience in Public Relations instruction.
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Responsibilities
Contribute to the department’s teaching mission in the new PR Major and the existing PR Minor
Teach both introductory and advanced PR classes, such as PR Writing, Social Media Strategy and PR Management
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in the field of PR or related discipline
Evidence of teaching excellence, or strong industry experience
Preferred
Experience in developing PR classes and/or curriculum design
Experience and desire to work with student professional organizations
Mentoring experience
Training and experience in the instruction of Public Relations
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Life insurance and disability programs
Sick leave and holidays
UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
Retirement plans
Access to UA recreation and cultural activities
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Company
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public research university that offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree courses.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.9MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyGoogle.orgNational Science Foundation
2024-12-10Grant· $0.61M
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-09-07Grant· $30M
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