Film Studies 2018-2019

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Boston University (MA) - TT Asst. Professor - Emerging Media (Dept. of Film and Television)
The Boston University College of Communication invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Emerging Media Studies with an appointment in the Department of Film & Television. This position addresses social scientific aspects of new media with expertise in empirical approaches to topics such as virtual reality, augmented reality, digital production and its implications for the FTV industry, digital games, new distribution channels (including mobiles and online streaming), and novel business models. Familiarity with statistics is expected sufficient to teach and guide interested MA and doctoral students. This position is unique in that the successful candidate will be able to teach classes for students working with social scientific theories and methodologies and also classes that will be of interest to those preparing for careers in the field of film and television studies and/or production. Therefore, candidates should be able to make their area(s) of expertise relatable to students of film, television, and emerging media. This position is pending budgetary approval.

The College of Communication is home to interdisciplinary research and applications. The Division of Emerging Media Studies interacts with the three departments within the College: Film & Television, Journalism, and Mass Communication/Advertising/Public Relations.

Teaching mainly in the cross-cutting Division of Emerging Media Studies, the candidate hired for this position will be appointed in the Department of Film & Television and will also be offering instruction in that unit. Responsibilities include but are not limited to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in mediated communication theory and research; supervising master’s theses and doctoral dissertations; and broadening the research profile of the Division of Emerging Media Studies and the Department of Film & Television.

Applicants should submit a CV, the names and contact information for three references, and a letter that includes a personal statement of research and teaching philosophy. Materials should be sent to by email to the attention of: Maureen A. Mahoney, Assistant Dean, Administration & Finance, College of Communication, Boston University, 640 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215, maclark@bu.edu

Formal review of applications will begin in September 5, 2018, but the position will remain open until filled.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2018-2019

Carleton University (ON) - TT Assistant Professor of Film Studies, Asian Cinema and Media Cultures
Field of Specialization: Film Studies, Asian Cinema and Media Cultures. Academic Unit: Studies in Art and Culture. Category of Appointment:  Preliminary (Tenure-Track). Rank/Position Title:  Assistant Professor. Start Date:  July 1, 2019. Closing Date: Consideration of applications will begin on September 15, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.

About the Position: Carleton University’s Film Studies program, located in the School for Studies in Art and Culture, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2019. This posting is directed towards specialists in Asian cinema and media cultures, with a preference for scholars of Japanese cinema. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses at all year levels, as well as MA-level seminars, and also to supervise graduate theses. Although Carleton Film Studies does not include a PhD program, students have the option of applying to do doctoral work on film-related subjects under the supervision of Film Studies faculty members, through Carleton’s Institute for Comparative Studies in Literature, Art and Culture.

About the Academic Unit: Carleton Film Studies offers three- and four-year undergraduate degrees and an MA program. Its faculty members have outstanding research expertise in various national and transnational cinemas, in film history, and in film theory. The program recently celebrated its fortieth anniversary, and is building on a long history of research and teaching success. See: www.Carleton.ca/filmstudies.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D., an active commitment to scholarship as reflected in publications, and a demonstrated level of excellence in teaching.

Application Instructions: Complete applications, including a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, sample publications, and a teaching dossier (a brief teaching statement and sample course outlines), and the names and contact information of three referees, should be sent electronically to Dr Brian Foss, Director, School for Studies in Art and Culture, at brian.foss@carleton.ca. Initial screening of applications will begin on September 15, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.

Please indicate in your application if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

About Carleton University: Carleton University is a dynamic and innovative research and teaching institution with a national and international reputation as a leader in collaborative teaching and learning, research and governance. With over 29,000 students, 950 academic faculty, and 2,000 staff and more than 100 programs of study, we encourage creative risk-taking enabling minds to connect, discover and generate transformative knowledge. We are proud to be one of the most accessible campuses in North America. Carleton’s Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities has been heralded as the gold standard for disability support services in Canada.

Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada’s capital city has a population of almost one million and reflects the country’s bilingual and multicultural character. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital provides many opportunities for scholarship and research with groups and institutions that reflect the diversity of the country. To learn more about our university and the City of Ottawa, please visit http://www.carleton.ca/provost.

Carleton University is committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our university including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression. Carleton understands that career paths vary. Legitimate career interruptions will in no way prejudice the assessment process and their impact will be taken into careful consideration.

Applicants selected for an interview are asked to contact the Chair as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made in a timely manner.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.

Job posting: https://carleton.ca/provost/2018/studies-in-art-and-culture-film-studies-assistant-professor/

Apply at: Send materials to electronically to Dr Brian Foss, Director, School for Studies in Art and Culture, at brian.foss@carleton.ca.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2018-2019 and Japanese Language and Literature 2018-2019

Colgate University (NY) - TT Assistant Professor of Media and Culture
The Film and Media Studies program at Colgate University invites applications for a tenure-stream position in Media and Culture at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning fall semester 2019. We seek applications from scholars working at the intersection of media theory, culture, and technology. The candidate should be well versed in media history and theory as teaching responsibilities will include our required Introduction to Film and Media Studies in addition to introductory and upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. As importantly, the position offers opportunities to collaborate with faculty and departments across the disciplines to develop courses that explore film and media. Ongoing contributions to the program’s longstanding tradition of bringing a diverse group of film, video, and media artists as well as media scholars to campus will be integral to the position, as will curating screenings and organizing special events. All Colgate faculty are expected to participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. Completion of Ph.D. is expected prior to or shortly after the date of hire.

Letter of application, CV, and three current letters of recommendation must be submitted through https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/11471. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their teaching and scholarship might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as their ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2018 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at www.upstatenyherc.org.

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other category covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Apply at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/11471

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2018-2019 and Art History 2018-19

Kennesaw State University (GA) - TT Assistant Professor of English/Film Studies
Kennesaw State University’s English Department is accepting applications for a nine-month, tenure track Assistant Professor of English/Film Studies. The position will require teaching courses in film history, film theory, and world cinemas in the Undergraduate Program in English, as well as in the department’s Film Minor. A record of research or indication of publication potential is essential. The typical teaching load is 3/3.

Specifically, the successful candidate should be well-versed and able to teach courses in major world cinemas and international film movements; in cinematic innovations from the silent to the digital era; in star, genre, auteur, adaptation, and/or spectator studies; and in different schools of film theory and criticism.

Auxiliary responsibilities include consulting on course and program development, participating in academic presentations within and outside of the university, and contributing to the vitality of the department and the university community through a variety of service activities. Commitment to excellence in teaching, along with strong scholarship and engagement, is expected of all faculty members in KSU’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Required Education - Experience - Skills (Minimum Qualifications):
 * PhD or foreign equivalent in Film, English, or related discipline
 * Graduate coursework in film studies
 * Experience teaching Film History and Theory at the collegiate level

Application Deadline Date: 09/30/2018

Questions About Position Opening: Larrie Dudenhoeffer Committee Chair, Department of English ldudenho@kennesaw.edu 470 578 6934 Application Instructions: Applicants must submit a letter of application, their current curriculum vitae, a statement of their teaching philosophy, their unofficial graduate transcripts, three reference letters, and a writing sample of no more than twenty pages.

Apply at: https://facultyjobs.kennesaw.edu/postings/5212

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Texas Tech University (TX) - TT Asst. Professor - Film & Media Studies / Non-Western Media
The Department of English in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas Tech University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Film & Media Studies whose research and teaching emphasize global cinema & media studies. Preference will be given to candidates with research focus on non-Western traditions. Specializations may include television, digital media, sound studies, and game studies.

The successful candidate will teach a combination of undergraduate and graduate courses on a 2/2 load (two courses per semester), some portion of which is expected to be taught online. Digital Humanities expertise is desirable. Experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students is desirable.

We encourage candidates who have very strong records of scholarship supported by extramural funding and who have the proven capacity or clear potential to bring externally sponsored research to Texas Tech.

The candidate will provide service to the department, the college, and the university. Service duties include program-building as well as commitment to extra-curricular professional activities.

Ph.D. in relevant discipline is required.

Review of applications will begin October 15. Candidates must apply online at www.workattexastech.com, referencing requisition #14569BR and attaching a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and teaching and research statements. Dossiers will be solicited later from exceptionally qualified candidates.

TTU is designated as a Carnegie Tier One (Highest Research Activity) institution and recently surpassed the Hispanic student population threshold necessary for designation as HSI (Hispanic Serving Institution). As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, Texas Tech is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. We actively encourage applications from all those who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of TTU’s academic community. TTU welcomes applications from minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and dual-career couples.

Please see http://www.depts.ttu.edu/english/ for information about the Department of English and the Film & Media Studies program. Direct inquiries to allison.whitney@ttu.edu and scott.baugh@ttu.edu.

Applications will be accepted until November 1.

Apply at: www.workattexastech.com (requisition #14569BR)

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University of Michigan (MI) - TT Asst. Professor - Global Media Studies
The Department of Film, Television, and Media (FTVM, formerly known as the Department of Screen Arts & Cultures), invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position in comparative approaches to global media studies. The university-year appointment will begin September 1, 2019.

We are interested in a humanities scholar who focuses on global media flows with an emphasis on television, new media platforms, forms of streaming distribution, and modes of production and consumption. Possible research/teaching interests also include history and theory of global television/media exchanges; transnational media industries and cultures; streaming and the creation of alternative media practices; the role of media in formulations of space, place, and geography; transnational media consumption and the reformulation of social, political, and cultural identities; fandom; and non-Western industries and media products. Scholars may approach these issues in any period in the history of television/media.

Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. by May 1, 2019 in media studies, or a closely related field, is required. The teaching load will be four courses per academic year (courses of all levels). The candidate should demonstrate a strong promise of scholarly excellence, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the ability to develop a global television/media curriculum across the creative production/conceptual studies divide.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching excellence (such as teaching evaluations, etc.), a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a statement of current and future research plans, and two recent writing samples. All materials should be submitted in PDF form to: https://webapps.lsa.umich.edu/Apply/1137. Candidates should arrange to have three letters of support submitted to the same site.

For full consideration, complete applications should be submitted by Monday, September 24, 2018.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2018-2019

University of North Texas (TX) - TT Assistant Professor of Media Industry Studies
The Department of Media Arts invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Media Industry Studies in a tenure-track position beginning September 1, 2019. We are looking for a dynamic and innovative scholar who can enrich and expand our existing strengths in Media Industry Studies. We welcome applications from scholars with a broad range of specializations and methodological approaches. We are interested in recruiting candidates who demonstrate commitment to the highest standards of scholarship, teaching, and professional activity consistent with a Research I/Tier I university.

Media Arts is composed of an engaged and growing group of accomplished faculty scholars and creative professionals, and is committed to the development of a campus climate that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion. As one of the largest and most active programs in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Media Arts offers B.A., M.A., and M.F.A. degrees. The department houses a PEG TV station and a 100,000-watt radio station. UNT is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, which offers one of the fastest growing cultural and creative economies in the United States.
 * Position Responsibilities: The successful candidate will design and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the area of Media Industry Studies and prepare students for a range of career paths related to the media industries, media management, the creative economy, and academia. In addition, the candidate will be required to develop a nationally recognized research program consistent with the standards of a Tier 1 Research institution; serve on department, college, and university committees; and mentor and direct master students and thesis committees.

Required Qualifications:
 * 1) A Ph.D. in Media Studies, Communications, or a related discipline completed by the time of appointment
 * 2) Evidence of a program of sustained scholarship and an active research agenda
 * 3) Successful teaching experience at the university level
 * 4) Ability to work effectively with an ethnically, culturally, and economically diverse campus community
 * Preferred Qualification:
 * 1) ​​Interest in developing and teaching master’s level online courses in Media Management and Leadership
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 * 1) Cover letter relating your experience and interests to the required qualifications
 * 2) Curriculum vitae
 * 3) Contact information for three references

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To be assured of full consideration, application materials are due by October 1st, 2018.

Link: https://facultyjobs.unt.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp
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University of Oregon (OR) - TT Asst. Professor - Fiction Filmmaking
The University of Oregon’s Cinema Studies Department invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in Fiction Filmmaking, to begin in fall 2019. We seek a fiction filmmaker whose work foregrounds marginalized identities/communities in the US context and who shares our commitment to inclusive pedagogies. Filmmakers that explore race/ethnicity in relation to other forms of socio-cultural-political difference—such as gender, sexuality, queerness, nationality, sovereignty, and/or ability—are particularly welcome to apply. Competitive applicants will have a vibrant portfolio and/or work(s) in progress as well as an inclusive teaching philosophy. We are especially interested in filmmakers who will enhance the department’s integration of scholarship and creative practice; build its strengths in understanding US media in relation to global cinema; and increase its developing curricular emphasis on social justice.

Required Application Materials Candidates are asked to submit an application letter, a curriculum vitae that includes a link to an online portfolio of creative work, two (2) sample syllabi that illustrate the kinds of courses you are prepared to teach in this position, a one (1) page statement of teaching philosophy that addresses inclusive practices and your potential campus/community contributions, and three (3) references who will be asked to submit letters of recommendation. Documents may be combined to be uploaded in available fields. Please note that the committee will begin reviewing materials as early as September 15.

Minimum Requirements: MFA or PhD in Production or related field in hand by time of appointment

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in teaching different aspects of filmmaking—including cinematography, sound, editing, screenwriting, and directing

About the University: The University of Oregon is one of only two Pacific Northwest members of the Association of American Universities and holds a distinguished ranking in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UO enrolls more than 20,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students representing all 50 states and nearly 100 countries. In recent years, the university has increased the diversity of its student body while raising average GPAs and test scores for incoming students. The UO’s 295-acre campus features state-of-the art facilities in an arboretum-like setting within the traditional homelands of the Kalapuya people. The UO is located in Eugene, a vibrant city of 157,000 with a wide range of cultural and culinary offerings, a pleasant climate, and a community engaged in environmental and social concerns. The campus is within easy driving distance of the Pacific Coast, the Cascade Mountains, and Portland.

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University of Puget Sound (WA) - TT Asst. Professor - Critical Rhetoric and Film Studies
The Department of Communication Studies at the University of Puget Sound is seeking a full-time tenure-track faculty member who is a teacher-scholar dedicated to undergraduate education in Critical Rhetoric and Film Studies with demonstrated potential to complement and enhance existing faculty research and teaching.

This faculty member will contribute to our rhetorical/critical course curriculum. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in critical and rhetorical media studies with concentration(s) in: rhetoric and film and/or film and memory. We also encourage applicants who demonstrate teaching and research interests in race and gender, and civic engagement with attention to âsocial movements.â

The teaching load is 3-3 and the student to faculty ratio is 12:1. The successful candidate's primary responsibilities will be to teach a variety of courses including: 1) an introductory course in communication criticism (COMM 240), 2) a 100-level introductory communication course stemming from the candidate's area of expertise which also satisfies the University's general degree core requirement toward Humanistic Approaches, 3) an upper division course in rhetorical theory (COMM 344), and 4) upper division rhetorical and critical film electives stemming from the candidate's specific area of expertise, including a 400-level senior seminar for graduating majors. The candidate will also contribute to the University's first-year seminar core: Seminars in Scholarly Inquiry (SSI). Other duties include continuation of professional development and involvement in activities sponsored by the department and University.

Qualifications: Ph.D. at the time of appointment. Applicants must demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and research with particular commitment to undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education.

Application Instructions & Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit online application materials no later than September 21, 2018 to ensure consideration. Materials can be addressed to Department Chair, Department of Communication Studies, University of Puget Sound.

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 * Also posted at Communication and Media Studies 2018-2019