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University of Texas at Austin

2026-27 Professional-Track Faculty Pool - Media Studies

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A Communications Professor leads courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$98,252 / year median in Texas

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2026-27 Professional-Track Faculty Pool -
Media Studies College/School/Unit:
Moody College of Communication Department:
Department of Radio-Television-Film Posted:
Jun 3, 2026
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Open until filled Description The Department of Radio-Television-Film periodically hires temporary professional-track faculty to teach graduate or undergraduate courses in this specialization (Media Studies). Positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of funding.
Department of Radio Television Film:
https://rtf.utexas.edu/
Moody College of Communication:
http://moody.utexas.edu/ Qualifications Expertise in media history, digital media, media industries and/or global media. Ph.D. in Media Studies or closely related field by the time of appointment is required. A strong record of teaching at the university level is preferred. Application Instructions Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, a current curriculum vita/resume, and three letters of reference. Applications must be made via Interfolio. If you do not have a Dossier account with Interfolio, you will be prompted to create one prior to applying for the position. If you have questions about using Interfolio, please email help@interfolio.com or call (877) 997-8807. Applications received from the date the position is posted through the date the position is filled will be considered. A new posting will be generated each year. To be considered, candidates must submit updated application materials each time the position is posted. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/184895 jeid-21e2d4e4d182a34a98fabefb247bf6cd