Postdoctoral Scholar Pool – Journalism & Mass Communication Job at Texas State U

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

The School of Journalism & Mass Communication seeks to develop a pool of candidates for postdoctoral scholars (post-doc) positions.

A post-doc is a professional appointment designed to provide recent doctoral degree recipients with an opportunity to gain experiences and skills that will advance their careers. A post-doc works under the supervision and sponsorship of a regular faculty member, who serves as a mentor to the post-doc, and it is expected that the faculty sponsor will provide an orientation and development plan for the post-doc, impart the realities and variety of careers available to the post-doc, and encourage learning opportunities to broaden the post-doc’s aspirations and experiences.

The appointment involves substantial and full-time commitment to research, scholarship, teaching, or other professional activities. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period, in addition to continuity of funding and departmental / school need. For more information, please visit Postdoctoral Scholar Appointments, AA / PPS No. 04.01.24 (7.21) .

Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool post-doc position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.

Positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

Recently awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., PhD.).

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Application Procedures

The School of Journalism and Mass Communication will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis.

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University site will be considered : https : / / jobs.hr.txstate.edu / postings / 50615

Interested individuals should submit the following :

• Cover Letter / Letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for a postdoc research appointment
• Statement of research interests
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document)

As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for two (2) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s research skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from the highest degree-granting institution.

Type of Position

Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

FY25

Posting Date

12 / 04 / 2024

Review Date

05 / 31 / 2025

Close Date

05 / 31 / 2025

Open Until Filled?

Yes

Legal Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.

Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.

Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities : Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

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