Assistant Professor in Integrated Strategic Communication

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Job Title

Assistant Professor in Integrated Strategic Communication

Requisition Number

FE02833

Working Title

Department Name

8M600: Integrated Strategic Communication

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Tenure Track

Required Education

A ****.

Qualifications/Responsibilities:

The university's regular-title series typically carries a two-course per semester teaching load and emphasizes excellence in teaching, research, and publication credentials commensurate with departments at high research-intensive universities. A record of, or potential for, extramural funding is desirable. A Ph.D. or terminal degree in a related field is required by the start date.

A successful candidate will display excellence in the study of Public Relations (PR) or the broader field of integrated strategic communication and demonstrate expertise in areas such as PR theory and PR practice. Applications are encouraged from candidates whose expertise, teaching and/or research program are focused on the areas of PR and sports communication/promotion.

This candidate also must possess suitable qualifications to teach graduate-level seminars and online courses in integrated strategic communication as well as teach undergraduate courses on one or more of the following areas: strategic PR, case studies in PR, specialized PR writing, sports PR, digital media strategies/analytics. Special consideration will be given to qualified applicants prepared to actively engage in our efforts for new curriculum development in sports promotion.

As part of regular duties, the new faculty member would serve as an academic advisor to undergraduate and graduate students and would participate in the department's and graduate program's governance and service. Regular-title ISC faculty are encouraged to propose and teach special-topics undergraduate and graduate courses that take advantage of personal interests, research areas, and experiences in the field.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We are committed to recruitment, retention, and representation strategies and practices to increase the presence of underrepresented individuals. Our commitment applies to all candidates inclusive of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

About the Department:

Our department with 12 faculty members and more than 500 students has been a historic and national leader in offering an integrated and strategic approach to advertising, promotion, public relations, direct response, and interactive or socially mediated communications.

About the College:

The College of Communication and Information is composed of two schools (The School of Journalism and Media, School of Information Science), two departments (Department of Communication, Department of Integrated Strategic Communication) and an interdisciplinary graduate program. Nearly 1,700 undergraduate majors and more than 400 graduate students are led by more than 80 full-time faculty members, who also teach in the university's core curriculum and serve students pursuing minors and certificates in the College. The College also houses UK's independent student newspaper, The Kentucky Kernel, and the defending national championship Intercollegiate Debate Team.

About the University:

Located in the vibrant city of Lexington, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a public, land-grant institution that plays a critical leadership role in promoting diversity, inclusion, economic development and human well-being. The campus is home to 30,545 students, 1,734 instructional faculty members, 852 non-instructional faculty members, and 13,940 full-time staff. The university is one of just eight in the country with a major academic health center and a full spectrum of academic colleges and professional schools on one contiguous campus. As such, UK is an incubator for multidisciplinary research. These collaborations allow researchers to address the rapidly changing needs of a global society.

About Lexington:

The City of Lexington is a great place to live, work, and study. It recently appeared on USA Today's list of the top cities to live in. With a population of roughly 320,000, Lexington offers both the warmth and lower cost of living of a small city, along with some of the amenities you would enjoy in a larger city, including the arts, cultural events, and a thriving dining scene.

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more details please visit ****

To apply, please visit the UK Jobs site ****Application materials should include a letter of application uploaded under Cover Letter in the required documents section of the application, a curriculum vita, a statement of your teaching philosophy uploaded under Special Request 1 , a statement explaining your research agenda/areas of creative interest uploaded under Special Request 2 , and ****, and continue until the position is filled

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Search Committee Chair Bobi Ivanov via email at: ****

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

Yes

University Community of Inclusion

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

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Required Documents
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Specific Request 1
Specific Request 2
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