Norfolk State University invites candidates for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Journalism, for its ACEJMC accredited Department of Mass Communications and Journalism. This nine-month, full-time, tenure-track position, expected to begin August 2027, shall have the following duties and responsibilities: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in introduction to media, news writing, cross-platform journalism, and other journalism-related courses, engage in exemplary teaching and effective student advising, contribute to scholarly endeavors and stay abreast of scholarship and new trends in the field, take on opportunities to conduct research and grantsmanship, regularly attend and participate in departmental, college and University required meetings and events, collegially engage with faculty and staff and adhere to deadlines. A review of applications will begin in October 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Minimum Qualifications Possess a Ph.D. in Mass Communications or related discipline. (ABD considered, with Ph.D. required by time of appointment) Teaching experience in introduction to media, news writing, cross-platform journalism, and other journalism-related courses. Research experience in journalism topics. Additional Considerations A record of professional integrity, collegiality, and commitment to diversity. Professional media experience relevant to the position. Demonstrated skill in distance learning via online modalities. Minimum salary is $62,000

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You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Candidates may show interest by submitting via online, the following: 1. A letter of interest (via cover letter). 2. A current resume (via resume). 3. Completed Application via Workday 4. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts accepted, however, official transcripts are required of finalist) (via transcripts). 5. Names and contact information for three job references (include with resume). Application and/or resume for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Workday Human Capital Management System (HCM). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or resume. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position. Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

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In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to

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to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Pathways