Ohio State University, School of Communication
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Position Description
Open-Area Associate Professor or Professor
School of Communication
College of Arts and Sciences
Position Overview
The School of
Communication at The Ohio State University invites applications for a 9-month
full time position at the rank of associate professor or professor, with
tenure, to begin August 2024. The successful applicant will conduct research
and teach courses in areas that further the school’s leadership in the social
scientific study of communication. We welcome applicants whose research
complements and builds on our areas of strength, which include communication
technology and society; health communication and social influence; mass
communication uses and effects; and/or political communication and public
opinion. Preference will be given to scholars with a demonstrated track record
of external funding or who are on a trajectory to securing external funding.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required: Candidates must be
trained in communication or a closely aligned field and have or be developing a
national and international reputation doing theory-based empirical research.
Successful candidates will have a Ph.D., a demonstrated record of excellent
productivity and placement in the major disciplinary or specialty journals in
Communication and/or allied fields, and a solid record of teaching and
mentorship.
Desired: A research funding track
record or evidence of potential to develop such funding is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate attentiveness to building a diverse
intellectual community, in line with OSU’s shared
values (see below).
How to Apply
Apply to the Careers at Ohio State website at https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Associate-Professor-or-Professor_R89304-1.
A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover
letter, curriculum vitae, separate research and teaching statements, and three
letters of reference. Review of applications will begin on October 30, 2023,
and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to
Dr. Joyce Wang at wang.1243@osu.edu.
You will be
presented with the opportunity to attach up to five documents in the Application
Documents section. Please include the following:
Attachment 1:
Cover Letter
Attachment 2:
Curriculum Vitae
Attachment 3:
Teaching Statement
Attachment 4:
Research Statement
You will be
sent an email with instructions to provide names and contact information for
three reference letters following submission of your application materials.
The College
With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the
College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts
and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across
disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of
thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and
researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of
success.
Department Information
The School of Communication (http://comm.osu.edu/) is consistently ranked among the top programs in the field, and our
faculty is committed to making original and substantively important
contributions to empirical social scientific research on communication
processes, basic or applied. We seek colleagues who will help us advance
research projects and courses that will be attractive to graduate and
undergraduate students in the major, while also speaking to the interests and
needs of non-majors.
The University
Each day, Buckeyes across the
state and around the world make a lasting impact.
The Ohio State University sets the stage for academic achievement and
innovation. It's where friendships are forged, tradition is brought to life and
a better global community is built. Our mission is as clear today as it was 150
years ago: to illuminate a pathway to education, research and health care that
creates vibrant futures. Faculty, staff,
and students build the incomparable Buckeye spirit through collaboration, a
strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Our
strength comes from our ability to bring out the best in people and learn from
Buckeyes of all backgrounds, passions, and talents.
Ohio State is
a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of
America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’
list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees
receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision
insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or
alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State
University’s Shared
Values include
Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and
Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes
differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and
upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is
a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform
themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and
specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that
serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State
University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting,
supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of
this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and
prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual
careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or
employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as
well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding
community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and
consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective
faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State
University.
In addition to being responsive to
dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our
community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio
State is an NSF
ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western
Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in
Ohio’s capital city, Ohio State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a
rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5
million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and
recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on
government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the
Columbus area is available here. In addition
to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has
four regional campuses including Ohio State
Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in
addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster.
All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age,
ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression,
genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin,
pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a
background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post
offer process.
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- Contact: Joyce Wang, 614/292-2055 (fax)
- Email:
- Postal Mail:
- 3016 Derby Hall
154 N Oval Mall
Columbus, OH 43210
- 3016 Derby Hall
- Web Page: https://comm.osu.edu/