Associate/Full Professor (Chair) of Communication Arts

Xavier University, a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition, invites applications for a tenure-track Chair in the Department of Communication Arts at the Associate or Full Professor level beginning fall 2013. The Department, one of the largest in the college, serves nearly 200 majors in advertising, communication studies, electronic media, and public relations.

The department seeks a colleague with a vision who will bring significant administrative and leadership experience to a vibrant, growing program. The Chair will serve as an advocate for continued growth and expansion of the department, guide the department and its programs in accordance with the university’s strategic plan, and help lead future expansion into graduate programs, as appropriate.

Salary is competitive and rank will be commensurate with qualifications. The candidate will hold a Ph.D. Candidates should provide evidence of leadership experience, teaching excellence, and a record of continuous scholarship. Xavier University expects its faculty to be excellent teachers, innovative in their approach to teaching, and engaged in scholarship.

To ensure consideration, applicants should submit a letter of interest including relevant leadership and program development experience, curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation online at hr@xavier.eduby December 7, 2012. The same materials may instead be mailed to Dr. Janice Walker, Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, Xavier University, 3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45207-1212.Xavier University has a strong commitment to diversity and seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women and minorities.

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