Communication and Media Studies 2014-2015

Communication and Media Studies 2014-2015

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Last year's page Communication and Media Studies 2013-2014

Other relevant pages: Film Studies 2014-2015, Rhetoric/Composition 2015 and New Media and Digital Humanities 2015

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Albion College (MI) - OFFER MADE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Visiting Assistant Professor in Organizational Communication
 * beginning August 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin October 1, 2014, and will continue until position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Review of applications will begin on October 7th (via e-mail I received)
 * Faculty references are being contacted. (10/22)
 * Phone interview request (11/8)
 * Any updates on this? (2/15)
 * Also what about the tenure-track "generalist" position they posted in late fall? (2/15)
 * Anyone heard anything about these two searches lately? (2/26)
 * Heard from the search chair that an offer has been made to a candidate recently (3/7)

Alfred University (NY) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * TT Assistant Professor in Communication & Social/New Media
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin December 1, 2014; preliminary interviews may be scheduled at the National Communication Association's annual convention in Chicago on November 20-23, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Did anyone get an interview at NCA in November? Or have heard anything at all? [1/8]
 * Prior to NCA I received an email from the committee chair along the lines of "You're one of the people we've identified as someone we'd like to know better" and we scheduled an informal interview during the job fair. I've heard nothing since then. (1/11)x2
 * (2/9) I was asked to call back to setup a phone interview. I called and emailed them back but they haven't contacted me back. It's been 1.5 weeks.
 * Campus invites are out (2/9)

American University (DC) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Advanced Communication Research Methods
 * Link to Ad: http://www.aejmc.org/jobads/?p=9607
 * Deadline: Application reviews began on Sept. 22
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has there been any contact with candidates? Anyone?
 * Haven't heard back. A friend who applied for another position at AU has not heard anything either. (10/29)
 * First round Skype interviews set for mid-November. (11/5)
 * Campus interview scheduled
 * A candidate was on-campus for the Advanced Research position. (12/2)

American University (DC) - POSITION FILLED

 * School of Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Applied Communications Research
 * Link to Ad: http://www.aejmc.org/jobads/?p=9605
 * Deadline: Application reviews began on Sept. 22
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has there been any contact with candidates?
 * Myself and a colleague applied for separate positions at AU and have not heard anything about either of them (10/27)
 * Skype Interviews sent (Nov 5th)
 * Post-Skype interview rejection (12/4)
 * Has anyone got a campus invite? (12/4)
 * A candidate for the applied communication research position was on campus this week. (12/3)
 * Rejection email (12/15 - x2)
 * Candidate was offered and accepted (5/1)

American University of Beirut (Lebanon)

 * Department of English
 * Assistant Professor of Rhetoric and Composition
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Review begins immediately, full consideration before April 1
 * List Updates Here:
 * POSITION JUST OPENED (2/26)
 * English department, but applications from Communication welcome, given strong focus on comparative/Arabic/Middle Eastern/Islamic/transnational/etc. rhetoric
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015

Appalachian State University (NC) -- OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor in Rhetoric
 * Beginning August 2015
 * Link to Ad: NCA online job board
 * Deadline: October 1, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has anyone heard anything yet? (10/23) Not a peep. (10/31)
 * Contacted for a campus interview (10/31)
 * Has this search been completed? (12/9)
 * Heard from an acquaintance that an offer was made and accepted (12/12)

Appalachian State University (NC) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor in Journalism/Multimedia
 * beginning August 2015.
 * Link to Ad: []
 * Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin September 1, 2014, and will continue until position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:
 * They are currently shortlisting candidates for phone interviews. (9/17/2014)
 * Some phone interviews took place earlier this week (9.17)
 * fly-outs of candidates have begun (through early November) [posted 10/13]
 * Fly-outs are done. Any news? (12/1)
 * Fly-outs aren't done. Search is open until filled. (12/5)
 * An offer was made to a candidate. Not sure if it was accepted or not. (12.6)
 * Not sure who keeps updating the page to say the search is complete. The search is for TWO assistant professor in journalism/multimedia positions and is ongoing until filled. (12/9)
 * Someone deleted my comment but it's worth noting...offers were made to two candidates that both turned them down. I would assume the searches are ongoing because of it. (12/11)
 * Not sure your source but assumptions aren't helpful to anyone. That's why comment was deleted.
 * Whoa...easy there. The first part of my comment is a fact, and the assumption is based off the previous comment that said the searches are ongoing until filled. That's all. No need to get sassy.
 * It's not helpful to call hearsay or assumptions "facts." It should be helpful for folks interested in this position to note that a candidate has continually updated this entry with info that is inaccurate and/or incomplete. (12/13)
 * Can confirm that two people turned down the job (and I am not the original poster of that fact - not assumption) 12/16
 * A colleague shared today that he was offered a position at App State and accepted (2/16)

Appalachian State University (NC) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication
 * Chairperson (to begin January 2015 or July 2015).
 * Link to Ad: []
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on August 15 and continue until position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:

Arizona State University (AZ) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
 * tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sports Journalism
 * Link to Ad: AEJMC Job Site
 * Deadline: Sept. 1
 * List Updates Here:
 * An offer has been made and accepted. [posted 10/07/14]

Arizona State University (AZ) -- CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * The Hugh Downs School of Human Communication
 * Assistant/Associate Professor of Health Communication
 * The application deadline is December 15, 2014 at 9:00 Arizona Time
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone have any updates on this position?
 * Campus interviews are being scheduled.

Arkansas State University (AR)

 * Department of Communication
 * tenure track Assistant Professor in Strategic Communication for fall 2015
 * Deadline (not stated; posted Aug. 21 2014)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received a generic rejection email today (10/9)
 * Any applicants who didn't receive a rejection email hear anything else? (10/22)
 * Received standard rejection email (11/19)

Auburn University (AL) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * School of Communication and Journalism
 * TT Assistant Professor of Public Relations
 * Start Date: Aug. 16, 2015
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin Oct. 3, 2014, and continue until a candidate is selected.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Auburn University (AL) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * School of Communication and Journalism
 * TT Assistant Professor in Journalism
 * "The candidate’s primary teaching assignments will involve teaching emerging media, including multimedia, mobile and social media."
 * Start Date: Aug. 16, 2015
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin Oct. 3, 2014, and continue until a candidate is selected.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus visits scheduled (10.22)

Augsburg College (MN)

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * One-year Instructor of public speaking, introduction to communication studies, interpersonal communication
 * Deadline: March 10
 * Link to Ad: [14]
 * List Update Here:

Augustana College (IL) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Communication Studies Department
 * TT assistant professor in organizational and strategic communication
 * Deadline: To assure full consideration, application materials should arrive by February 13, 2015.
 * Link to Ad: [15]
 * List Updates Here

Augustana College (IL) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication Studies Department
 * TT assistant professor of communication and politics broadly conceived (rhetoric and public address, political communication and public policy, civic participation and the public sphere, campaigns and elections, political communication and media, and new technologies and media)
 * Deadline: To assure full consideraton, application materials should arrive by February 13, 2015.
 * Link to Ad: [16]
 * List Updates Here:
 * phone interviews conducted this week (2/19)
 * Damn, that is hella quick after close date! (2/22)
 * Can anyone confirm that they have started conducting interviews already? (2/24)
 * yes, I had a phone interview with the search committee last week (2/25). I had a choice of times on Wed (2/18), Thurs (19), Fri (20), or the week of 3/6.
 * Has anyone received an invitation for an on-campus interview?
 * [Moved from post above]: **Friend on campus today 3/20 ***but, I think it's for the rhetoric position (sorry for my mis-post!)
 * Heard they were moving quickly and that interviews have concluded. Offer made yet?

Augustana College (SD) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Dept. of Comm Studies
 * Social/Digital Media
 * Deadline: December 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here
 * Interviews took place in Nov & Dec. <-- This is very misleading.  My impression is that they used NCA to speak to everybody who had already applied (and many people who hadn't yet applied via the career fair).  The next step they took was to send out interview questions in a word document -- with a request for written responses -- in lieu of interviewing people.
 * Received request for more info/questionnaire (12/7)
 * Any updates?
 * Request for campus interview: 1/5
 * Offer made: 2/20
 * Offer accepted: 2/26

Ball State University (IN)

 * Department of Journalism
 * Tenure-track faculty position available August 21, 2015.
 * "teach undergraduate courses in photojournalism, photojournalism lighting, picture editing and photojournalism management (possibility of teaching in related areas such as visual journalism, multimedia journalism and photography for strategic communications); actively pursue creative endeavors for external peer review and/or publish scholarly research in photojournalism or related areas"
 * Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (posted July 28 2014)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Ball State University (IN)

 * Department of Journalism
 * Tenure-track faculty position available August 21, 2015.
 * "teach undergraduate courses in public relations principles, management, research, international strategic communication, campaigns, and skills classes; teach graduate courses in public relations theories, management, case studies, measurement and evaluation techniques, campaigns and research methods; conduct and publish scholarly research in related areas and advise theses and creative projects; provide leadership for PRSSA chapter, Cardinal Communications (student-run public relations and advertising firm), the Vernon C. Schranz Distinguished Lectureship and the Indiana Public Relations Conference as requested."
 * Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (posted July 28 2014)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Ball State University (IN)

 * DEPARTMENT OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS
 * Tenure-track faculty position available August 21, 2015.
 * Teach undergraduate courses in telecommunications with emphasis in emerging media sales, promotion and management
 * Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (posted Aug 15 2014)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Seems like Ball State is very slow-moving on all of these jobs...

Belmont University (TN) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * TT Assistant Professor
 * Job responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses crisis communication, general education (50-75% of instructional load), and other courses in candidates area of expertise.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. (posted Sept. 19, 2014)
 * NOTE: "During the application process, applicants will be asked to respond to Belmont's mission, vision, and values statements, articulating how the candidates knowledge, experience, and beliefs have prepared him/her to contribute to a Christian community of learning and service and give a brief statement of teaching philosophy."
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Got a rejection email from HR today [10/27]
 * Any news on interviews? [11/1]
 * I've heard they have started on-campus interviews (12.16). Can anyone confirm this?

Berry College (GA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication
 * TT Assistant Professor of Communication with an area of specialty in public relations.
 * Ability to teach sports communication/sports PR and/or public speaking would be an asset.
 * beginning Fall 2015
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin September 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Berry College (GA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication
 * TT Assistant Professor of Communication with an area of specialty in multimedia journalism.
 * Teach media-converged journalism courses. Interest and ability to teach in sports communication/sports journalism and/or public speaking would be an asset
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin September 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * On-campus interviews set for November. [posted 10/14]

Bloomsburg University (PA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Dept. of Mass Communications
 * TT Assistant Professor of Media Literacy and Emerging Communication Technologies
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 17, 2014 and will continue until position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * 12/06: Q. When were campus visits scheduled?
 * 12/12   Have any decisions been made that anyone knows about?
 * 12/26 Offer has been made and accepted

Bluefield State College (WV) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Assistant Professor of Communications (Full-time, tenure-track faculty position)
 * Deadline: Position is open until filled. A review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, applications must be received by January 9, 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * 12/06: Q. When were campus visits scheduled? Deadline has not passed yet?
 * I'm not 100% sure when they were scheduled. Just have a friend who is interviewing there in the next couple of weeks. (2/17)
 * They are finishing interviews this week and hope to make a decision by the end of the month.

Boston College (MA) - CANCELLED

 * Assistant Prof - joint hire in communication and women's and gender studies
 * Link:
 * Deadline: Oct. 1, 2014
 * List updates here:
 * Has anyone heard anything? (1/15)
 * Also posted at Queer/Women's/Gender Studies 2015
 * Job will be reposted next year.

Boston College (MA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Open rank position in Intercultural Communication
 * Deadline: Oct. 1, 2014
 * Link to ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus visits scheduled for November (10/31).
 * Offer accepted (01/04)

Boston University (MA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Mass Communication
 * Associate Professor of the Practice in the area of crisis communication.
 * Deadline for applications is October 17, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Boston University (MA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Mass Communication
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor in the area of Organizational Communication.
 * Deadline for applications is October 17, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone know their schedule for interviews? (10/26)
 * Any updates? (11/4)
 * It's been a month since the deadline - does anyone know the status of this particular search? (11/19)
 * I reached out to contact person for the position on 11/11 to see if interviews had been scheduled. He answered back immediately that he had not received a request for on-campus interviews from the search committee. Thus, they had not yet formalized a short list. It's been over a week since this interaction, and I haven't heard anything since.

Boston University (MA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Mass Communication
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor in the area of design, analytics, and data visualization
 * Deadline for applications is October 17, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Boston University (MA) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Mass Communication
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor in the area of mobile communication
 * Deadline: Formal review of applications begins no later than October 17, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interviews scheduled (11/4)

Brooklyn College, CUNY (NY) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Television and Radio
 * tenure-track Assistant Professor of New Media and Journalism
 * Deadline: Review of applications to begin November 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received an email rejection (12/10)

Brown University (RI) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Department of Modern Culture and Media
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor in Digital Media and Arts Production
 * "The candidate’s primary engagement should be within digital production, with a commitment to interrogating a range of aesthetic, social, technical and strategic issues within the field. The candidate should have a strong commitment to teaching and a thorough understanding of both the imaginative processes of media and digital arts practices and the technical means necessary to their production. An established track record in digital arts production is essential and teaching experience is preferred. The candidate should also be familiar with new media theory, post-structuralist theory, and new media research."
 * Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin on October 15, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Request for creative work samples (11/11)
 * Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2015
 * Still nothing heard? It's been two and a half months of radio silence!
 * Campus visits scheduled for February (2/3)
 * WHO are the finalists?

Cabrini College (PA) -- PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication
 * TT Asst. Professor
 * "teach undergraduate courses in communication, especially digital communication and social media, and the core curriculum. The successful candidate should be someone eager to engage in continuous curriculum innovation to enhance instruction in media convergence."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until October 1, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Applicants have been contacted for phone interviews. [posted Oct. 10]
 * Did campus interviews happen yet? (11/3)
 * I had a phone interview a couple of weeks ago but have not heard anything since (11/4)
 * Received rejection letter (11/28)

California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo (CA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication Studies
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Persuasion, Social Influence, and/or Political Communication
 * "Teaching responsibilities may include Public Speaking, Persuasion, Argumentation and Advocacy, Communication Theory, or Communication Research, Senior Project, and the development of a course in Political Communication as determined by applicant background and department need."
 * Deadline: 12-15-2014
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates?
 * Skype interviews have been conducted (2/20)
 * On-Campus interviews in process

California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo (CA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * College of Liberal Arts
 * Full-time (academic year), tenure-track assistant professor in science and risk communication (SRC)
 * "Candidates must demonstrate the ability/potential to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to the curricular and scholarly development of the interdisciplinary area of SRC. Although applications are sought from any traditional liberal arts discipline (arts, communications, humanities, social sciences) or interdisciplinary area, we are particularly interested in applicants with backgrounds in and/or connections to communication studies, journalism, and/or political science. Disciplinary expertise alone is not sufficient; that expertise must intersect in meaningful ways with science and technology."
 * Deadline: REVIEW BEGIN DATE: November 15, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interviews in mid-December
 * On-campus interviews in mid-January
 * Interviews done, decisions underway, decision soon (late-Jan)
 * Any updates on this? is there an offer out? (looking for update 2/15)
 * Offer accepted (2/16)
 * When contract is secured, would someone please post details of the hire? (2/27)
 * They hired an Assistant Professor from one of the iSchools, an STS person

California State Polytechnic University Pomona (CA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Communication Dept.
 * Assistant Professor
 * Journalism
 * Date of Appointment: Fall 2015.
 * Deadline: First consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than October 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates on this?

California State Polytechnic University Pomona (CA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication Dept.
 * TT Assistant Professor (to begin fall 2015)
 * "The faculty member will teach undergraduate courses in intercultural communication and some combination of the following undergraduate courses: interpersonal communication, group communication, negotiation and conflict resolution, persuasion, research methods, advanced research methods, and additional courses in the candidate’s areas of expertise."
 * Deadline: First consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than November 17, 2014.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * campus interview scheduled

California State University Chico (CA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Communication Studies
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Org Comm and/or Rhetoric
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 7, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any idea on timeline for this position?
 * Phone interviews have been scheduled--12/2
 * Received rejection e-mail (12/19).  Also heard that this might be an internal hire.
 * Campus interviews scheduled for early Feb.
 * Heard that an offer was extended to and accepted by a rhetorician.
 * Must have had two lines. Heard that an offer was extended to and accepted by an org comm scholar.

California State University Dominguez Hills (CA)

 * Communications Department
 * TT Assistant Professor of Communications (Public Relations)
 * Deadline: A review of applications will begin January 15, 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

California State University Dominguez Hills (CA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Communications Department
 * TT Assistant Professor of Communications (Advertising)
 * Deadline: A review of applications will begin January 15, 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any news??

California State University Fresno (CA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Communication
 * TT Assistant Professor in Instructional Communication
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin December 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled
 * Link to Ad: [1 ]
 * List Updates Here:

California State University Fresno (CA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Mass Comm & Journalism
 * TT Assistant Professor in Advertising/Strategic Communication
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

California State University Fullerton (CA) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communications
 * Entertainment and Tourism Communication Studies (Tenure-Track)
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: 17-Oct-2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interview requested (11/14)
 * Rejection received (x2, 11/17)

California State University Fullerton (CA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communications
 * "a tenure-track opening for a faculty member with expertise in integrated communications, particularly advertising and public relations"
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: 17-Oct-2014
 * List Updates Here:

California State University Fullerton (CA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communications
 * Digital Journalism (Tenure-Track)
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: 17-Oct-2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * I received a rejection email (no previous contacts / interviews) 11/17 (x2)

California State University Fullerton (CA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Human Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor - Rhetorical/Critical Studies
 * "emphasis in rhetorical studies, with a concentration in one or more of the following areas: rhetoric as social justice, the rhetoric of social movements, rhetoric and citizenship, discourses of race and identity, cultural rhetoric, nonwestern rhetoric, environmental rhetoric or rhetoric in visual/public culture."
 * Link to ad: http://diversity.fullerton.edu/jobs/ft/7319BR_rhetorical_critical_studies.asp
 * Deadline: 24-Oct-2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * any updates? (1/20) x2
 * crickets (1/28) x6
 * silence (2/5)
 * 2/8 rejection email states "interviewing" finalists.
 * I have not received a rejection email and I certainly have not received a request for an interview: phone, Skype, or campus. Interesting . . . (2/8) x2
 * from 2/8 poster: email was response to a request for update in light of budget cuts across nation in higher ed.
 * Thanks for the clarification. I misunderstood and thought it was THE rejection email. (2/8)
 * Had a phone interview but haven't heard anything since then. (2/11)
 * Offer accepted, search completed (3/11)

California State University Los Angeles (CA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Television, Film and Media Studies
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor in TV/Media Studies
 * Starting Date: Fall, 2015
 * Deadline: October 31, 2014 (CSULA site says closes 9/22/2015)
 * Links to Ads: [2]
 * List Updates Here:
 * phone interviews sent out 11/21
 * Rec'vd request for voluntary EOE form 12/12 x2 <-- Me too, but I'm a bit confused. If phone interviews were scheduled back in November, why are we receiving these self-identification forms now? Mine came with a note saying they'd successfully received my application documents, so  I didn't get the vibe that it was a "you've been rejected but for internal purposes we'd like to identify our applicants" request. Thoughts?
 * I also got a request for an EOE form 12/12. However, the first round of phone interviews definitely happened 11/25 & 11/26. My impression is that this is just two separate sides of their process that are not working at the same pace.
 * Campus interview request: 12/18
 * SEARCH COMPLETE; OFFER ACCEPTED.

California State University Sacramento (CA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication Studies Department
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Public Relations
 * Starting Date: Fall, 2015
 * Deadline: October 20, 2014
 * Links to Ads: http://www.asn.csus.edu/coms/Job-Opportunites.html
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interview scheduled 12/2
 * Received email rejection 12/19

California State University San Bernardino (CA) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * TT Assistant Professor in Digital Media Production
 * "an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher and creative media arts storyteller with a record of peer-reviewed screenings and potential for future creative work."
 * Link to Ad: [ ]
 * Deadline: October 1, 2014, or thereafter until filled.
 * List Updates Here:
 * [SEARCH COMPLETE posted in header on 1/9/15]

California State University San Bernardino (CA) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * TT Assistant Professor in Latin@ Media Studies
 * "The successful candidate will have training in Latin@ Media and Communication Studies and the ability to conduct research and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Latin@ media (including Spanish-language programming)."
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Applicant files will be reviewed beginning on February 9, 2015. Position open until filled.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Preliminary Skype interviews have been conducted (2/25)

Central Connecticut State University (CT) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * Journalism Department
 * TT Assistant or Associate Professor of Journalism
 * Deadline: For full consideration, applications must be received by September 30, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received a rejection email saying they have chosen a candidate (12/8)

Chapman University (CA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication Studies - 3 Positions
 * One tenure Track position as Advanced Assistant / Associate Professor of communication studies (with research expertise in media effects or strategic and corporate communication).
 * Two lecturer positions
 * Link to Ads:
 * Deadline for all three positions: November 1, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * I received a rejection email December 4th saying they have decided to close the search - no previous contacts.
 * - After reading the above comment, I emailed the contact I had, Lisa Sparks, and she said they are reviewing applications after winter break.  Which position did you receive the email for?  I applied for the lecturer position, which is NOT closed.

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (PA) -- DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication and Modern Languages
 * Tenure Track position as Assistant Professor of Communications
 * "The Assistant Professor will teach various undergraduate courses in television and radio areas, as well as other communication courses in communication theory, film, journalism and speech."
 * Deadline: August 28, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any news on this? Haven't heard squat. (3/15)
 * This search was extended twice (once with a December deadline, and again with a March deadline).

City University of New York (NY) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * CUNY Graduate School of Journalism
 * Associate Dean
 * The CUNY Graduate School of Journalism seeks an Associate Dean to serve as its Chief Academic Officer. The Associate Dean will work closely with the Dean to ensure the success of the School. He/She will be the top-ranking member of the Dean's management team and should have a deep knowledge of the latest trends in journalism. The Journalism School is looking for candidates who demonstrate a passion for student success, a commitment to diversity, a collaborative work style, an appreciation for a startup culture, and a dynamic journalistic career.
 * The position requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree and eight years of related experience. Preferred qualifications include six years of experience as a working journalist, an in-depth understanding of current trends in the journalism profession, a track record of overseeing day-to-day operations of a sizable enterprise, ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities, excellent written and oral communication skills, at least three years of teaching experience at the graduate level, and an active presence on digital media and social media platforms.
 * The appointment will be effective by the end of the year, subject to necessary approvals.
 * Applications should be received by July 15, 2014.
 * Links to Ads: []; []
 * List updates here:
 * To get to the link on the CUNY website, click on "Executive" under "Employment Opportunities."

Coastal Carolina University (SC) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Department of Communication, Languages and Cultures
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
 * Intercultural/International Communication: "A Ph.D. in Communication, Anthropology, or languages is required. Teaching experience and coursework in intercultural/international communication are also required. ... Candidates should ideally possess instructional/research interests and competencies in key areas that could include cross-cultural communication, acculturation, language and culture, semiotics or sociolinguistics. Preference will be given to applicants who are qualified to teach (have 18 graduate credit hours) in the Departments areas of language instruction: German, French or Italian. Additional languages and/or cultural proficiencies may be considered."
 * The appointment will be effective either January 16, 2015 or August 16, 2015 depending on availability of the candidate.
 * Applications should be received by October 15, 2014.
 * Link to Ad: []
 * List updates here:
 * Also posted at Cultural Anthropology 2014-2015
 * Received call from department indicating that they will be contacting references for finalists in the next week (10/23).
 * Rejection letter received (11/11/14)
 * Request for phone interview this week (11/4/14)
 * Invited for campus visit to be held in January (12/01/14)
 * Waiting for response on application (2/11/15)

Columbus State University (GA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Full-time tenure track appointment at the level of Assistant Professor beginning in Fall 2015.
 * Candidates should have a strong background in Organizational Communication and should have a Ph.D in Communication in hand by the time of appointment.
 * Review of applications will begin November 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List updates here:
 * On campus interviews were conducted the last week of January.
 * Any updates on the other position at this department?
 * Campus visits also occured for the other position (Interpersonal).
 * Interpersonal job offer made and accepted by a friend of mine. FB post about it last week. 2/21

Concordia College, Moorhead (MN)

 * Department of Communication Studies and Theater Art
 * Instructor and Assistant Director of Forensics (fixed-term)
 * Deadline: File review will begin February 13, 2015 and will be on-going until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Cornell University (NY)

 * Department of Communication/Jacobs Institute (Cornell Tech campus in NYC)
 * Associate or Full Professor (Tenured/Tenure-track)
 * Candidates may come from the field of Communication or a related discipline, with interests in social media, computer-mediated communication, human computer interaction, media policy, media psychology, media institutions, and/or similar topics. The individual will be based in New York City, and her/his tenure home will be in the Department of Communication, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, at the Ithaca campus. The position is open to senior candidates qualified for tenured status at the Associate Professor or Professor level.
 * Deadline: open until filled (posted July 2014)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Dartmouth College (NH) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Institute for Writing and Rhetoric
 * Tenure-track appointment (rank dependent upon qualifications and experience)
 * Communication/rhetoric, persuasion/social influence, public speaking, social movements
 * Deadline: November 10, 2014 (review begins)
 * Link to Ad: CRTNET,
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone have a link for this job? I can't seem to find it on the Dartmouth website or CRTNET. Thanks!
 * Link: http://apply.interfolio.com/27063
 * Receipt of Skype interview request for early December (Nov. 24) (x2)
 * After Skype interview, rec letters were requested (Dec. 10). (x2)

Denison University (OH) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track appointment in Rhetorical Studies at the level of Assistant Professor.
 * "Teaching and research interests should include the history of rhetoric, deliberative democracy, and/or ethical perspectives on rhetorical theory and performance. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate a critical interrogation of race/ethnicity, class politics, and/or postcolonialism."
 * A Ph.D. must be in hand when the appointment begins on August 15, 2015; preference will be given to Ph.D.'s in Communication.
 * Deadline: We will begin reviewing applications on September 15, 2014. Applications submitted by October 15, 2014 will receive full consideration. Position open until filled.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone know if this position is tailored for one of the current VAPs in the department? (9/8)
 * I heard (after I had already applied -- of course) that they have a "strong internal candidate." This sounded fairly speculative, though. (9/17)


 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015
 * Phone interviews scheduled as of 11/10
 * Heard form a colleague that campus visits are scheduled. [posted 12/1]
 * Are campus visits finished? (12/27)
 * Offer accepted (1/13)

DePaul University (IL)

 * Visiting Lecturer – Communication Studies at DePaul University
 * College of Communication – DePaul University
 * Chicago, IL
 * The College of Communication at DePaul University seeks applicants for a one-year, Visiting Lecturer in Communication Studies to begin September 2015.
 * Ideal candidates will have the ability to teach courses in the graduate and undergraduate curriculum in organizational communication and/or intercultural communication.  Preference will be given to those candidates who can contribute to our M.A. in Organizational and Multicultural Communication, which is an evening graduate program.
 * The successful candidate will join a dynamic, diverse, and growing faculty who direct and support innovative B.A. and M.A. degree programs. Ph.D. preferred, but ABD will be considered. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
 * To apply, please follow the link below:
 * https://facultyopportunities.depaul.edu
 * Review of applications will begin on April 6, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:

Desales University (PA) - OFFER MADE

 * Communication (2 full-time positions)
 * (1) Teach some of the following: journalism, publishing and professional writing, rhetoric and philosophy of communication, interpersonal communication, mass communication, public speaking, pop culture, research methods. (2) Specialization in public relations/advertising. Teach fundamentals of PR, PR case studies, writing for PR, and specialized PR such as non-profit or global PR.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: open until filled (posted 10/28/14)
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates?
 * Received rejection email for the Generalist position (2/6) x1

Doane College (NE) - PHONE INTERVIEWS HELD

 * Tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Communication with an expertise in Video Production and Digital Media, starting Fall 2015
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin December 5, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interviews conducted week of January 12th but the professor who currently has the job is on the hiring committee! Unethical and also very biased in his questioning--he also didn't know some of what he was talking about, and this college really needs to hire someone who knows what they're doing. Interview was a bad experience.
 * The previous comment apparently was written by someone who failed to make the cut for in-person interviews. The professor who currently holds the position is retiring and is on the committee because he has knowledge of broadcasting and the technical aspects of it that no one else on this campus possesses. That expertise is required to help the committee choose the right candidate. It's unusual, yes, but hardly unethical. BTW, the professor who is retiring is a member of the Nebraska Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame so we're sure he knows what he's talking about.
 * Based on my experience with this college I also have to wonder about having the current faculty member that holds the position on the search committee. It limits the freedom of the person being considered for the position. Just reviewing the college's current program shows a number of flaws and problems with what the current faculty member has done, so if that is pointed out with the current faculty member sitting on the committee then obviously he is not going to encourage the committee to hire that person. The fact that the current faculty member is in the Hall of Fame only says that he's old and not that he's current in the profession. This college really needs a completely different perspective to come in to help this program and  should be embarrassed that the current faculty member is on the committee because it biases the process and does not encourage open responses from those being considered.
 * Previous comment: "...only says that he's old and not that he's current in the profession." So, being old = being not current. Ageism is more unethical by far.

Drake University (IA) -- SEARCH CANCELED

 * Department for the Study of Culture and Society
 * Visiting Assistant Professor of Rhetoric, Media, and Social Change (anticipation of renewal for a second year)
 * Candidates who can contribute to interdisciplinary majors focusing on media and social change and/or political communication are particularly desired. Minimum requirements: Ph.D. or advanced ABD in Rhetoric or Communication Studies; record of quality teaching, especially in public speaking and advocacy; demonstrated ability to mentor and teach underrepresented racial/ethnic and socioeconomic groups; commitment to high impact learning practices; an ongoing research and writing program. Visitors teach a 3/4 load per year, which includes multiple sections of a public speaking course emphasizing critical thinking and rhetorical theory, as well as 1-2 specialty courses relating to their areas of research interest and scholarly expertise.
 * Deadline: Review begins immediately and continues until position is filled. Preliminary interviews at NCA likely.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received email on 10-24-2014 stating "At this time, the decision has been made not to fill the position."

Eastern Illinois University (IL) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor of Organizational Communication
 * Deadline: Review begins on October 17, and continues until campus interviews are scheduled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interviews held (11/11)
 * Any updates on this position? (12/9)
 * Campus interview invites were extended before the holiday break. Campus interviews will take place mid-January (12/23)

Eastern Illinois University (IL) - CANCELLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor of Public Relations
 * Deadline: Review begins on October 17, and continues until campus interviews are scheduled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interviews scheduled late Nov-early Dec [posted 11/11]
 * Got an email saying search was cancelled due to budgetary reasons [11/24]
 * Search was cancelled due to inside hire [1/1]

Eastern Michigan University (MI) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of English Language and Literature
 * Assistant Professor of Technical/Professional Communication
 * Deadline: Review begins on October 10
 * Link to Ad: Inside Higher Ed online job posting
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015

Eastern Michigan University (MI) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of English Language and Literature
 * Assistant Professor of Public Relations (tenure-track)
 * Deadline: Review begins on November 17, and continues until position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Elon University (NC) -- CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Communications
 * Assistant Professor of Multimedia Communications
 * The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proficiency in visual design, all aspects of audio and video production, basic photography and photo editing, and cloud publishing. Roughly half of the teaching assignment will be the school's core production course titled Creating Multimedia Content, and the other half can be conceptual or other courses that fit the candidate's areas of expertise.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications must be received by October 1 to be assured of consideration.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates on this search?
 * Skype interview 11/01
 * Campus interviews will be completed Monday, 11/24

Emerson College (MA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Non-TT Lecturer to teach courses in media history and media studies
 * Chronicle
 * The appointment begins September 1, 2015.
 * The Lecturer will be asked to teach five sections of VM101, History of Media Arts 2 (1965 Present) and one additional media studies course.
 * Deadline: Applications received by April 20, 2015 will be given fullest consideration.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has anyone been contacted yet? (5/6)

Emmanuel College (MA) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * English Dept.
 * Assistant/Associate Professor in Communication and Media Studies.
 * This is a tenure-track position with a 3/3 teaching load beginning fall 2015.
 * "The English Department seeks a generalist in Communication to teach a variety of courses in the Communication & Media Studies Major, including Introduction to Communication & Media Studies, upper-level seminars, and a Senior Capstone course. The Communication & Media Studies Major at Emmanuel College has an interdisciplinary focus rooted in the Liberal Arts, emphasizing critical media literacy, media and gender studies as well as intercultural and applied communication. Ph.D. in Communication Studies, Rhetoric, Media Studies, or a related field preferred, though ABD candidates near completion may also be considered. The ideal candidate would have meaningful industry experience in one or more of the following fields-Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, New Journalism-and/or expertise in the fields of Social Media, Gaming, or Digital Humanities. Applicants must demonstrate potential for academic scholarship."
 * Deadline: not stated [posted 12/04/14]
 * Links to Ads: 8;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has anyone been contacted about this position? (1/28)
 * Nope. (1/28)
 * not yet (2/3)
 * Had Skype interview 2/11

Eugene Lang College, The New School (NY)

 * Culture and Media Dept.
 * Visiting Assistant Professor of Culture and Media
 * 2 one-year visiting positions with a 3/2 teaching load, plus student advising, beginning fall 2015.
 * "The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate command of the diverse areas, and contemporary developments in the field (new media, cultural theory, experimental media, etc.). Candidates must have a robust commitment to interdisciplinary undergraduate education in the liberal arts."
 * Deadline: until filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Heard that preference will be given to current or former part-time faculty at The New School.
 * Also posted at Film Studies 2014-2015
 * Any news on this yet?

Florida State University (FL) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication
 * Assistant Professor, Media Technology Innovation and Effects Research
 * The ideal candidate will be an empirical scholar who examines innovative uses of media technology and/or who conducts innovative media effects research. Expertise in the latest advances in statistical analysis is particularly desired. The ideal candidate will add depth to our work in media psychology, political communication, and/or environmental/health communication campaigns; share a commitment to socially relevant scholarship; and value interdisciplinary collaboration. A completed Ph.D. in communication or related discipline is required by the appointment start date in August 2015.
 * Deadline: Application review begins on October 15, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any Update? (11/4)
 * Contact has been made
 * Phone interviews conducted
 * On-campus interviews scheduled

Florida State University (FL) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication
 * Assistant Professor, Health Communication
 * The ideal candidate will be an empirical scholar whose research focuses on the role of communication in improving health and well-being over the human lifespan. The person filling the position will have the opportunity to work with a group of faculty members across the university who conduct research as affiliates of the Institute for Successful Longevity (http://isl.fsu.edu). The Instititue is dedicated to interdisciplinary research on healthy physical and cognitive aging that can discover causes of age-related functional and cognitive decline and develop effective interventions that counter it. Individuals with research interests in health communication or media effects related to the Institutes mission, as well as social media or technology for health care and/or multicultural communication issues in health care are especially encouraged to apply.
 * Deadline: Application review begins on December 1, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * SKYPE Interview (12/12) X2
 * On-campus visits scheduled for January (12/22) X2.
 * Are campus visits completed?
 * Offer Made (2/16) and Accepted (2/24).

Fontbonne University (MO)

 * Department of English and Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication
 * Candidates should be generalists interested in teaching theoretically grounded courses across our communication curriculum, including introductory courses, courses in Media and Technology, and others in Strategic Communication or Communication studies.
 * A Ph.D. in Communication is required; ABD candidates will be given full consideration.
 * Review of applications begins immediately. Priority will be given to those submitted before February 25th.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Fordham University (NY) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication and Media Studies
 * Open Rank, Assistant or Associate Professor of Strategic Communication
 * Applicants are sought in the area of strategic communication for social change and/or civic engagement, with an emphasis on critical analysis of persuasion, promotion, and public relations. The ideal candidate's research agenda will include an engagement not only with rhetorical persuasion but also with changing technological modes of strategic communication. The candidate will be expected to contribute pedagogically to our undergraduate major, and to our new M.A. program in Public Media and Strategic Communication (pending state approval).
 * Deadline: October 20, 2015
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Anyone hear anything yet? (12/4)
 * Campus visit stage (12/8)
 * Offer accepted (12/24)

Fordham University (NY)

 * Department of Communication and Media Studies
 * Non-TT, Teaching Digital Artist-in-Residence
 * The position is for one year (with the possibility of renewal), teaching three courses each semester. For Fall 2015, the Digital Artist-in-Residence would teach three classes at our Rose Hill Bronx campus: Social Media, Digital Audio Production, and Digital Design for New Media. In the Spring, the Artist-in-Residence would also teach in the New Media and Digital Design program at our Lincoln Center campus.
 * For this appointment, we seek a talented educator and digital media practitioner with a record of achievement in creating interactive, immersive, and engaging digital media. Candidates with specializations in data analysis and visualization, interactive graphics, creative social media, multimedia art, digital video production, digital audio production, and/or multimedia storytelling are welcome to apply.
 * Deadline: May 15, 2015
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Georgia State University (GA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Job Title: Lecturer in Public Relations
 * Department: Communication
 * Description: The Department of Communication at Georgia State University in Atlanta invites applicants for a Lecturer in Public Relations to begin August 2015.  Ph.D, MFA, or other terminal degree required.  Ideal candidates will bring a combination of academic and professional experience that evidences a high degree of knowledge of the public relations and corporate communication sectors.  Candidates will mainly teach courses in the Department of Communication's journalism/PR sequences (e.g., PR Writing, Problems in PR, Corporate Communication, International PR).
 * Link to job announcement:
 * Deadline: November 30, 2014 (review of applications)
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus Interviews are completed (1/30)

Georgia Southern University (GA) -- POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication Arts
 * TT Asst. Professor (2 positions)
 * Required Qualifications: A terminal degree completed by August 1, 2015, in Mass Communication or a related field ... Two years of teaching experience and/or professional experience that includes knowledge of digital technologies and internet media applications. Specialization/ability to teach in at least two areas: broadcast/web journalism, media sales/management, media law, international media, audio or video production, digital media writing.
 * Deadline: Screening of applications begins October 1, 2014, and continues until the position is filled. The position starting date is August 1, 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * [Campus Interviews noted in header in early Dec.]
 * Received rejection letter by email stating the position "has been filled." (01/05)

Goucher College (MD) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication and Media Studies
 * TT Asst. Professor/Associate Professor
 * Required Qualifications: The department seeks a teacher and scholar who has completed a Ph.D. in Communication, Media Studies, or a closely-related field, and has post-doctoral teaching experience. S/he should have the expertise to teach courses using critical, theoretical, and historical approaches in some of the following areas: television history and criticism, global media, digital media, media law and policy, and popular culture studies.
 * Deadline: The review of applications will begin on January 5, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad: HERE
 * List Updates Here:
 * Two things about this job: 1.  This is a continuation of a visiting search from last year which ended in a hire. During initial interviews the committee mentioned that the visiting person would be "an automatic finalist" for the tenure track search this year. 2. Both in the phone interview last year and in an email from search committee chair this year the department indicated that they wanted someone past ABD stage. To be exact, the message asked for "people who are already out in the field, at least as post-doctoral adjuncts, and preferably with more experience." (01/08/15).
 * Request for phone interview (01/16/15)
 * Wow! That is a highly efficient search committee: requests for phone interviews 11 days after the review of apps began.
 * At least this search committee is kind of enough to tell applicants ahead of time that they are just going to hire the VAP. Most search committees just continue with the charade and just hire the VAP anyway. Here they are giving ample warning to potential applicants not to waste their time applying because the decision has already been made.
 * Is that official now?  Did they hire the VAP?
 * Anytime there is a VAP or a spouse (i.e. spousal hire) involved as a candidate, the search is basically a gimmick.

Gustavus Adolphus College (MN)

 * Communication Studies Department
 * Visiting Professor/Instructor, public discourse and interpersonal communication
 * Deadline: March 2nd
 * Link to Ad: [74]
 * List Updates Here:

High Point University (NC) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * School of Communication and Department of Political Science
 * Open rank, TT position in Political Communication
 * The successful candidate for this position will have a specialty in political communication campaigns. Academic rank for this position will depend on candidate’s credentials and experience. The position will be housed in the School of Communication but teaching assignments (3/3 load) will be split across the communication and political science programs and will include developing political campaign courses for the strategic communication graduate program.
 * Deadline: November 15, 2014
 * Link:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any word yet? (12.4)

Hobart and William Smith Colleges (NY) - OFFER EXTENDED

 * Media and Society Program
 * TT Assistant Professor
 * "The candidate's research should emphasize media studies approaches to journalism and society and/or media activism in social movements."
 * Deadline: October 1, 2014.
 * Link to Ad: HERE
 * List Updates Here:
 * Request for more materials (10/9)
 * Request for web interview (10/24) x2
 * Web interviews conducted (11/8)
 * Contacted for campus visit to be held in December (11/20)
 * Has anyone besides the person above been contacted for a campus visit?
 * Yes (x2)
 * Has an offer gone out for this job? (1/3)
 * Yes, but I don't know if it's been accepted
 * Any news here? Has the offer been accepted?
 * Updates? (2/21)
 * So did anyone get this job? (4/22)

Humboldt State University (CA)

 * Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Communication (Job 7626)
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than May 1, 2015. Early response is encouraged.
 * List Updates Here:

Indiana State University (IN)

 * Assistant Professor
 * Public Relations
 * Link to position announcement:
 * Link to position announcement:
 * List Updates Here:

Indiana University (IN) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Media School at IU Bloomington
 * TT Assistant Professor in Public Relations
 * Deadline/Review of applications will begin October 1, 2014
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List updates here:
 * Anyone have a sense of their timeline?
 * Any updates? (10/11)
 * Have they contacted people for interviews yet? (10/22)
 * My references were called and one was told the search committee would meet 10/15 to decide candidates then. No word since. (10/24)
 * Any updates on this search? (12/4)
 * Heard through the grapevine that an offer was extended 12/12
 * Colleague announced he/she accepted this position (1/22)

Indiana University South Bend (IN) - INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Visiting Assistant Professor in Health Communication
 * For best consideration, apply by December 1, 2014
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List updates here:
 * Interview stage
 * Rejected

Indiana University of Pennsylvania (PA) - PHONE INTERVIEWS HELD / REVIEW ON-GOING

 * Department of Communications Merdia
 * One Full-Time TT position open in either of two areas of specialty:
 * Photography / Web Design
 * Audio / Radio Production
 * Review of applications will begin December 15, 2014; position is open until filled
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List updates here:
 * Phone interview completed (12/9) x2
 * Note that while phone interviews are in progress, the position is open until filled, and they are still accepting applications.

Ithaca College (NY) - CANCELED SEARCH / NO HIRE

 * MEDIA ARTS, SCIENCES AND STUDIES
 * TT ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
 * Emerging Media
 * "Instruction will include courses that encompass media industries, media law and policy, research methods, entrepreneurial development, and courses in the candidate's area of expertise."
 * Deadline: Screening of applications is scheduled to begin October 24, 2014.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Anyone heard anything? (12/21) Nothing here (12/22)
 * On Campus interviews were held (12/22)
 * Email from HR says decision made "to close the search and not hire anyone at this time." (2/6)

James Madison University (VA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * School of Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor (Professional and Technical Communication)
 * The ideal candidate will specialize in one or more of the following: - Print and Visual Design - Web Design and Digital Applications/Interfaces - Web languages. Additionally, we seek someone with experience in industry-standard graphics programs and applications.
 * Deadline: review begins Nov. 2
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015

James Madison University (VA) - THREE OFFERS ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication Studies
 * 3 tenure track assistant-professor positions
 * "The School of Communication Studies at James Madison University invites applications for three tenure-track assistant professor positions to begin August 25, 2015.  We seek persons who can bring innovative teaching, engaged scholarship, and practical experiences to the classroom and can add to the intellectual climate of the school. Applicants must have experience teaching the basic course and be willing to teach it as well as research methods courses (quantitative, qualitative, and/or rhetorical).  One successful applicant will be able to teach rhetorical criticism and/or critical methodologies at the graduate and undergraduate levels. We seek teacher-scholars with expertise in one or more of the following undergraduate areas of concentration: advocacy studies, cultural communication, environmental communication, health communication, organizational communication and public relations.  Successful applicants will complement the strengths of existing faculty. Ideal applicants will have a Ph.D. in communication, demonstrate evidence of teaching excellence, and possess a record of continuing or promising scholarly productivity. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate an interest and ability to secure external funding, develop cross-disciplinary work, and contribute to graduate education."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Hear they had 200+ applicants. x2 and it was from a faculty member
 * Haven't heard anything (11/13) x 2 (11/19)
 * Contacted for phone interview x 13 (11/25)
 * They had over 300 applicants for a more narrow call a couple of years ago.
 * Any updates on campus visits, y'all? I heard interviews ended a week ago....
 * Campus visits are currently being scheduled (12/16)
 * ^ Curious...specific invite or speaking to the general timeline?  If the former, CONGRATS! :)
 * I've heard from colleagues that have been already invited on campus. (12/18)
 * (Confirmed) Info from a friend who teaches in the School of Communication Studies at JMU: Campus visits scheduled to begin early in the spring semester. Best of luck to those heading to campus! (12/26)
 * Was on campus in the recent week. From the committee: interviews will be complete this week and decisions made in the following week or two. (2/10)
 * Interestingly, heard all interviewees were ABD (which sounds promissing for many), but also heard they were all from schools that Search Committee graduated from. Oh, the politics of academia! (2/21) - - from someone invited for an interview, who comes from a school other than that of the members of the search committee, the statement about schools is not true - - at least for one of the interviewees (2/22). (2/23) I was invited to campus and I didn't come from the same school as any of the search committee members x2
 * PhD in hand, not same school as any search committee members (2/23).
 * Remember, as famed rhetor Taylor Swift has told us, "Haters gonna hate." Though she also did warn that "fakers gonna fake," so take it for what you will.
 * ^^^LIKE^^^
 * Anyone heard about offers being made?
 * Any word?
 * One offer made and accepted (3/9).
 * All three made and accepted now (3/14)

James Madison University (VA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication Studies
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor in the area of Public Relations
 * "We seek candidates who can bring innovative teaching, engaged scholarship and practical experiences to the classroom and intellectual climate of the school. The successful candidate will teach courses in Public Relations as well as core, general education, and research methods classes."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad
 * List Updates Here:
 * I heard this might be an inside hire - any word on whether that's true or not?
 * They were doing job hub meetings at AEJMC this year so I think they're open to all candidates.


 * Any update now that the application deadline has passed? Does anyone know when they will be contacting people for phone/skype interviews? (9/10/14)
 * Any updates on where they are at with the search? (9/16/14)


 * Heard they are currently doing Skype interviews (9/17/14)
 * Campus visit stage, from department member (10/5/14)
 * From departmental friend: offer extended and accepted (11/9/14)

Kansas State University (KS) - OFFERS ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Three Tenure Track Assistant Professor positions in: Interpersonal Communication or Persuasion/Social Influence; Intercultural/International Communication; and Collective/Group Decision-Making
 * Deadline: November 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad: CSCA
 * List Updates Here:
 * Contacted for an NCA interview (11/11) x2
 * Any updates? (3/9)
 * I had an NCA interview for the interpersonal or persuasion/social influence position and have not been contacted since (3/10)
 * Offers have been accepted for interpersonal and intercultural positions; nothing yet on the group position. (3/11)

Keene State College (NH) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication and Philosophy
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor — Digital Culture/Technology (any methdological or theoretical perspective in communication)
 * Deadline: October 31, 2014
 * Links to Ads: NCA online http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?job=20360992&vnet=0&site_id=560
 * List Updates Here:
 * Heard through grapevine that they got 125 applications; will extend phone interview invites soon (11.16.14)
 * Contacted for phone interview (11/17) x3
 * Rejection via email (11/18)
 * On-campus interviews scheduled for January (12/8)
 * This was mentioned in phone interviews, so are you personally scheduled or this is the plan? Trying to determine how out of the hunt my app is post-phone interview having nothing but radio silence since.
 * Always OK to ask the search chair for an update. For most searches, if an applicant hasn't received a rejection, then that means the applicant is still under consideration.


 * Rejection via e-mail; I wasn't someone who had a phone interview (12/15/14)
 * To the question above - campus interviews are scheduled at this time.


 * Rejection via e-mail; did not receive phone interview (12/12)
 * Have they completed on-campus interviews? (2/3)
 * yes (2/5)
 * Have they made an offer?
 * Followup interview scheduled with Provost (2/9)
 * Curious, what is a follow up interview with the provost? Vetting you further after a campus interview?
 * usually that refers to negotiating stage after offer is made.
 * Offer made (2/11)
 * Received email announcing offer made/accepted, thanks for playing (2/17).

Kent State University (OH) - OFFERS ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication Studies
 * Two Non-Tenure Track Faculty Positions: Lecturer or Assistant Professor.
 * Deadline: November 15, 2014
 * Links to Ads: http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?JobCode=175955579
 * List Updates Here:
 * Interview stage - Received interview invitation (12/17)
 * Two offers accepted

King's College (PA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Assistant Professor of Mass Communications in Journalism
 * "The successful candidate will support the Holy Cross mission and Catholic identity of the College."
 * Deadline: Materials must be received by December 23, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

LaGuardia Community College, CUNY (NY)

 * Communication Studies Program in Humanities Department
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor (Multiple Positions)
 * "LaGuardia Community College is seeking Assistant Professors to help grow the Communication Studies Program, including strands in Public Communication, Speech Pathology preparation, and Mass Communication. The successful candidate will teach courses in the program and advise Communication Studies majors. Faculty will participate in projects within the Humanities Department. Continued scholarship and professional development are expected."
 * Deadline: May 2, 2015
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Lehigh University (PA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Journalism & Communication
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor — Multimedia and International Communication
 * Review of applications will begin September 15 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * 10/22 Q: when were skype interviews scheduled / held?
 * 10-22 Received probably the kindest rejection email I've seen so far-- said I made it through "a number of rounds" and my application was "exceptionally strong" but I get the feeling this is the standard rejection note. Search chair said they are now in campus interview stage. (x4)
 * received same standard rejection note. I was more caught by the grammatical errors and bizarre attempts to be "relatable" than anything else.
 * Same here. Received the same standard rejection letter last night (10/22). Anyone here was interviewed by phone before campus visit?
 * Received the same rejection notice, and so did a colleage who applied. I wonder how many people it was sent to.
 * received too.
 * Also received this rejection letter.
 * Anyone was requested for campus interview?
 * Was the rejection sent by email or postal mail? I haven't got a rejection but don't have further news either.
 * Heard from a colleague that this search either failed or has been suspended (i.e. no offers made). (12/8)

London School of Economics (UK) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Media and Communications
 * Assistant Professor in Media and Communications
 * "Applicants should demonstrate research excellence and a commitment to developing critical ways to theorise and research empirically the relationships between media and communications technologies and the social world. We particularly welcome applications from those with expertise that contributes to understanding the social, political, economic and/or cultural dimensions of social and technological change in todays complex mediated environment."
 * Deadline: The closing date for receipt of applications is 31 October 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received on-campus interview email

Loras College (IA) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * Division of Communication & Fine Arts
 * Assistant Professor of Public Relations
 * Beginning August 2015
 * Link to ad
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately, will continue until position is filled
 * List updates here
 * Even though the title of the position is Public Relations, we are looking for someone who has a base in communication studies (mass comm or human comm) and who can also teach within our PR-based curriculum.
 * Know someone who received a request for a phone interview. [posted 12/13]

Louisiana State University (LA) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * Manship School of Mass Communication
 * Nine-month tenure-track Assistant or Associate professor in Journalism
 * We seek a candidate who can teach courses in Journalism focusing on creative, diverse and ethical storytelling in a multimedia world. Successful applicants also will be able to teach digital-media concepts and skills. Knowledge of on-line techniques such as computer-assisted reporting is a requirement. The candidate must teach the necessary writing, visual and investigative skills that allow for production of stories across platforms in the school’s core undergraduate and graduate curricula.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 1, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * They've scheduled campus visits for later this month. (10/8)
 * ["Search Complete" posted in header on 12/2]

Louisiana State University (LA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
 * "While we are open to a range of scholarly interests, we are especially receptive to colleagues working in one or more of the following areas: applied communication (civic engagement, live performance, organizational contexts, social justice, etc.), critical race theory, health communication, intergroup/intercultural communication, qualitative methodologies, queer theory, and relational communication."
 * Deadline: December 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates? (12/17)
 * Any updates? (1/20)
 * Phone interviews have been scheduled (1/20)
 * Any updates? Have on-campus interviews been scheduled? (2/5)
 * Recieved rejection email, never had a phone interview (3/12) (x2--email noted that they had "selected another candidate")

Louisiana State University (LA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
 * Specialization in communication and gender, and prefered experience with speech and debate
 * Deadline: November 15, 2014
 * Link to Ad: Job posting
 * List Updates Here:
 * this position sounds like it is written for the partner of a recent hire. +1
 * Confirmed above statement. This is a partner hire.
 * Offer extended. 12/4/2014
 * Friend posted that she accepted this position (3/8/2015)

Louisiana State University (LA) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * Manship School of Mass Communication
 * Assistant or Associate Professor position in Visual and Digital Communication.
 * We expect the candidate to teach our core course in visual communication, which covers design, photo/video and motion graphics. In addition, the ideal candidate’s research and/or professional background will include digital communication, infographics and/or visual display of quantitative information.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 1, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * ["Search Complete" posted in header on 12/2]

Louisiana State University (LA) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Manship School of Mass Communication/Department of Political Science
 * Assistant/Associate Professor in Political Communication
 * The position is 75 percent in the Manship School and 25 percent in the Department of Political Science.
 * The faculty member will rotate teaching between Mass Communication and Political Science. Teaching will include comparative international media, political communication and international communication. The successful candidate must produce independent scholarly research. Research may include comparative international media, political communication and international communication.
 * Deadline: We encourage applicants to submit their materials by October 1, 2014, although applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
 * Links to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * [campus visit noted in header on 11/15]

Louisiana State University (LA) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Manship School of Mass Communication
 * Professor (Lemuel Heidel Brown Endowed Chair)
 * The intent of the Lemuel Heidel Brown Endowed Chair is to enhance teaching and research in the business and economic aspects of mass communication and public affairs. Areas of specialization could include: mass media business models; economic theories of news; corporate structure and organization or mass media industries; commercialization, globalization, and new media; new models for funding the news; and the role of media in democratic discourse.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin September 16, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Links to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Job talks are underway starting Monday. [posted 11/15]

Loyola Marymount University (CA)  - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure track assistant professor in relational/organizational communication
 * "This position requires a critical/cultural orientation to the field of communication and a global perspective on the issues of marginalized communities, participatory culture and socia justice. We are particularly interested in candidates whose areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, one of the following areas of study: global communication, non-profit culture, environmental justice, eco-tourism, alterntive organizing, social entrepreneurship, and digital social innovation."
 * Deadline: December 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:


 * Did anyone get confirmation that their application was received by mail or that the applications are under review? I didn't, and not sure if I should follow-up.
 * I got an e-mail on 12/11 saying I was missing a letter for my application.  Seems like they'll begin reviewing over the holiday break.
 * Has anyone heard anything about interview? (1/26)
 * Still no updates?  (2/16)
 * LMU has 2 searches going so the Wiki is incomplete here.  As I understand it, the Rhetoric search is close to complete and the Org Comm search is now the primary focus. (3/9)

Loyola University Chicago (IL) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication
 * Tenure track assistant professor specializing in advocacy and social change, with an emphasis on digital communication.
 * "Applicants should have significant training and demonstrated expertise in one or more of these; rhetorical theory, public advocacy and argumentation, or critical/qualitative approaches to the study of culture, society, and political discourse, situated within a world where digital technology has become of primary importance ."
 * Deadline: Starting date is August 2015 with initial review of applications beginning Fall, 2014.
 * Link to Ad: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Anyone know what they're looking for when they ask for "a proposed publication and public appearance schedule"? I've never seen this on a job app before. Wouldn't this be covered in the CV?
 * My sense is they want to know what your timeline is for publishing your articles and book. They want to know what conferences you are going to attend, and where/what you'll present. Basically a timeline for publication.
 * I was told the line was there for non-academic/practioner applicants for the position - it is a boiler plate thing - the suggestion given by a member of the department was to send a typical research research statement but be more direct about time frame within the statement.
 * Does anyone have a sense of the deadline on this?
 * I was told that there was likely an internal candidate for this position.
 * Anyone hear anything yet? (10/22)
 * They met to review applications on October 9th
 * Does this mean that they've likely concluded initial review or are still in the process? (10/22)
 * Any word? (11.10)
 * Phone interviews have happened or are in progress still -- they are hoping to do campus in January. (12/4)
 * Someone deleted the comments that said campus interviews already happened or were currently happening. I guess it's unclear where this search is at. (12/4).
 * Contacted to schedule a phone interview 12/4. Campus interviews mid-January.
 * On-campus interviews scheduled for January (12/22)


 * Email communication with search chair provided rejection and note that on campus interviews scheduled for "next coulple of weeks" (1/3)
 * Offer accepted (2/3)

Loyola University Chicago (IL) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * School of Communication
 * Bill Plante Chair in Media Integrity
 * "We are seeking a thought leader, someone committed to writing and fostering discourse about the future of media and information dissemination in the digital age."
 * Deadline: Starting date is August 2015 with initial review of applications beginning October 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Loyola University Maryland (MD) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication
 * TT Asst. Professor of Journalism
 * Deadline: Application review will begin on October 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * any word on this one?

Marist College (NY)- OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Communication/Public Relations, Tenure-track
 * Position begins Fall 2015
 * "Candidates must be able to teach a range of courses from the public relations concentration, which has recently been revised to reflect current innovation and practice in the field. Responsibilities may also include teaching in Marist's online M.A. in communication and/or M.A. in integrated marketing communication. Other teaching responsibilities could be in general undergraduate communication courses as appropriate."
 * Position posted on 9/11/14
 * The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List updates Here:
 * Heard from someone at NCA that Marist College already had campus interviews. [posted 11/23]
 * They have -- but have they filled the position? I'd sure like to know. ;-) (12/1)
 * First round of campus interviews failed. Second round successful. [Posted 5/4]

Marist College (NY)

 * Department of Communication
 * Professional Lecturer of Advertising
 * Position begins Fall 2015
 * "Candidates should be advertising experts with an interest in teaching courses in writing for advertising, advanced copywriting and the broadcast commercial."
 * Position posted on 9/11/14
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MA) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * English/Communications Department
 * Full-time, nine-month, fully benefited, tenure track, Assistant Professor position in digital journalism to begin September 1, 2015.
 * "The ideal candidate will have both academic and practical background and be prepared to offer courses in at least two of the following areas: newswriting, scriptwriting, or magazine writing. Readiness to teach courses in the literature of journalism is desirable."
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately. For best consideration, all materials should be submitted by November 10, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interview in mid-Dec.
 * Any campus interviews or other updates on this one yet?

Medaille College (NY) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Full-time tenure track Assistant Professor Communication generalist with a background in Emerging Media for Fall 2015 in the Communication program to teach a variety of courses, including Public Speaking, Mass Communication, Media and Society Seminar, Communication Theory and other Communication courses as needed.
 * Deadline: Dec.15 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates??
 * Got a call from HR in mid-January saying they were running reference checks and would then start scheduling interviews a few weeks after that, but nothing since. Anyone get any interview requests yet? (2/3)
 * Got a call from HR today to see if I was still available/interested. (2/25)
 * Phone interview set for last week of March

Merrimack College (MA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Communication Arts and Sciences Department
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor in Communication
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 22.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Had Skype interview last week (11/5).
 * Any news?
 * Nope. I had a Skype interview that week, too, and I haven't heard anything yet, either.
 * [campus visit noted in header on 11/14] Can anyone confirm that they are doing campus visits?
 * My colleague had a campus visit early/mid-November.
 * Rejection email, offer accepted

Metropolitan State University of Denver (CO) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Communication Arts and Sciences Department
 * TENURE TRACK FACULTY - ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: November 16, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received a generic rejection e-mail. (12/2)
 * Had a phone interview in December, did not make finalist round, received rejection email today (2/5)
 * offer accepted

Miami University (OH) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Media, Journalism & Film
 * Assistant, Associate and/or Full Professor (rank depends on qualifications) in strategic communication.
 * Position begins August 2015.
 * Deadline: Screening of applications begins October 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad: []
 * List Updates Here:
 * Request for Skype interview (10/16/14) (x2)
 * Campus interview invites sent out (11/05)
 * Offer made and accepted. (12/20)

Miami University (OH) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Media, Journalism & Film
 * Tenure-track position in journalism, at assistant or associate professor rank, beginning August 2015.
 * Deadline: Screening of applications begins October 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad: []
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received a campus-interview invite 11/4.
 * Offer extended and accepted 11/26.

Michigan State University (MI) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Assistant Professor of Science Communication
 * The position will be appointed jointly in the History, Philosophy, and Sociology of Science (HPS) group (75%) in Lyman Briggs College (LBC) and (25%) in either the School of Journalism or the Residential College in the Arts and Humanities (RCAH).
 * Candidates must have a Ph.D. in hand by August 15, 2015 in history, philosophy, sociology, literary studies, journalism, communication, or a related discipline and a demonstrated expertise in the scholarly study of science from either a humanistic or social science perspective.
 * The successful candidate will teach HPS courses for predominantly science majors in LBC, including a freshman introduction to HPS and specialized upper-level undergraduate courses. The candidate will also be expected to teach one course per year in the joint unit (Journalism or RCAH). The candidate must maintain an active, externally recognized program of research.
 * We are open to a diverse range of scholarly pursuits related to the rhetoric, philosophy, or public understanding of science, technology, medicine and the environment. This includes scientists’ self-understanding and self-presentation or the ways publics both understand and influence scientific programs and endeavors.
 * Deadline: The deadline to ensure best consideration of applications is January 6, 2015, but review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Michigan Technological University (MI) - POSITION FILLED

 * Dept. of Humanities
 * Assistant Professor Rhetoric and Professional Communication
 * "The preferred candidate will have expertise in the following areas: international and/or cross-cultural professional and technical communication; cross-cultural and/or translingual rhetorics. Additional areas of expertise might include: technical translation; localization; writing and design for global contexts. International professional experience, working and living abroad, and/or advanced proficiency in a modern language are desirable but not required."
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins on November 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should have or expect to receive the Ph.D. by August 1, 2015.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015
 * From Rhet/Comp page: "HR email said they hired someone 1/27"

Michigan Technological University (MI) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Department of Humanities
 * Assistant Professor of Digital Media
 * "Candidates should have a record of excellent teaching and scholarly work in new media and visual studies with a critical and interdisciplinary approach to the history and theory of digital media. Areas of expertise might include: social media; digital literacies; new media and social advocacy; information design; publishing systems; graphic design and typography; design and technology studies; media and communication theory. Candidates will be expected to contribute to curriculum development in our undergraduate and graduate programs, which afford faculty unique opportunities to teach and engage in research that both shapes and benefits from a rich multi-disciplinary environment. The usual tenure-track teaching load is 2 courses (6 hrs) per semester."
 * Beginning August 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 15, 2015.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Letters requested January 25. Writing sample requested January 31.
 * Phone interviews scheduled (2/13)
 * Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2015
 * First campus visit this week (3/16)

Millsaps College (MS) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * English Department
 * TT Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
 * "Candidates should be eager and qualified to teach in the Communication Studies major's conceptual core (which surveys communication theory, history and ethics), and the major's media production sequence, which emphasizes creative writing as well as visual storytelling."
 * Deadline: November 14, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * has anyone received a response yet? (12/27)
 * anybody have any info?
 * Request for Skype interview (1/19)
 * Request for campus interview (2/4)
 * Offer accepted (3/10)

Monmouth College (IL) - SEARCH SUSPENDED

 * Communication Studies
 * "The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach core courses in the Public Relations major, including Introduction to Public Relations, Media Writing, and the Public Relations Capstone, direct student internships, and contribute to the dynamic and collaborative culture of the department and College. Our new colleague will also be responsible for teaching the basic public speaking course, which emphasizes civic engagement." "Ideal candidates will take a rhetorical approach to Public Relations that emphasizes civic engagement. Professional experience working in Public Relations or Journalism will be considered an advantage."
 * Deadline: December 15, 2014
 * Link to ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * 3/2 Job offer made last week apparently was declined because received email that says: "After lengthy and difficult conversations, the Academic Dean suggested that the department suspend the tenure track search and hire a one year replacement instead.  We will readvertise for a tenure-track position next fall."

Montclair State University (NJ) - POSITION FILLED

 * School of Communication and Media
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor position in the area of Communication Studies to begin September 1, 2015
 * Deadline: Open Until Filled (posted 10/23/14)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Had a phone interview second week of December; haven't heard anything about campus invites [posted 12/23] x2
 * On-campus interview scheduled for early February.
 * Does anyone know why this job was posted on Inside Higher Ed again today? 2/5
 * Good question--I was told that campus interviews will be conducted in February with a decision sometime in March. 2/16
 * Has anyone else heard anything? 2/27
 * The process is still ongoing. 4/2
 * Received email stating candidate had been selected. 4/23

Mount Mary University (WI) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of English
 * TT Assistant Professor of New Media and Professional Writing
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: review begins Dec. 1
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015

Mount St. Mary's University (MD) - OFFERS ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor of Communication (tenure track)
 * "The ideal candidate will be able to teach one course per semester in Catholic Media, such as The Role of Communication in the Catholic Church or Writing for the Catholic Media. Additionally, our new colleague should be able to teach at least two of the following subjects: Public Speaking, Media Writing, Social Media, Broadcasting, Public Relations, Composition."
 * Teaching load is seven courses per year, ordinarily with no more than three preps per semester.
 * Deadline: Application review begins October 24
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received an e-mail with a thanks but no thanks (11/18)
 * Campus interview on 12/5
 * Department hired two professors at assistant level (1/24)

Nazareth College of Rochester (NY) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Communication and Media Program housed in English Department
 * Assistant Professor of Communication and Media (tenure-track)
 * "The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in writing conventions and teaching writing for a variety of purposes, audiences, and media platforms. The faculty member will teach a combination of courses from the following list: Writing for Digital Media, Public Relations Writing, Media Ethics and Law, Technical Writing, Editing for Publication, Multimedia Storytelling, Public Speaking, and College Writing."
 * Teaching load is 4/4, but load may be reduced by 1 course/year depending on requests for scholarly reassignment.
 * Deadline: Was November 24th, but now extended to December 5, 2014
 * Link to Ad: http://www.naz.edu/human-resources/faculty-positions/
 * List Updates Here:
 * Request for Skype interview 12/12
 * Committee will begin deliberations in the first full week of January to select candidates for campus visits.
 * Campus visit invitations extended

Nevada State College-Las Vegas Valley (NV) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Social Sciences
 * Assistant Professor of Communication Studies (tenure-track)
 * "The preferred candidate will specialize in media studies and/or public relations with an emphasis on messaging in the public interest (non-profit organizations, public awareness campaigns, etc). The desired candidate will also be able to teach upper- and lower-division courses in Communication Studies such as public speaking, rhetoric and argumentation, and communication theory."
 * Teaching load is 4/4; generally includes multiple sections of the same course to reduce total preps
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on December 5, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates? Just curious to know if this one is still in process (2/24).

New York University (NY) - SKYPE INTERVIEWS HELD

 * Department of Media, Culture, and Communication
 * Assistant Professor, Media, Culture, and Communication, Tenure-Track
 * Seeking "a beginning assistant professor (tenure track) who specializes in contemporary media, identity formation, and social activism in African-American and/or other African Diaspora communities."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 31st, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates? - 12/2


 * They contacted candidates via phone 12/9 <--- for additional materials or interviews? Could you clarify further?
 * Yes, please clarify - have candidates been contacted for interviews? have candidates been short listed and contacted already? 12/11
 * Rejection email 12/23 <--- did you receive the rejection without an interview or after an interview?
 * I know they did Skype interviews in early December.

New York University (NY) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute
 * Full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor
 * "The Department seeks an accomplished, innovative, and extensively published journalist or educator with considerable professional experience. Teaching experience is desirable. An MA or PhD is helpful but not required. The Institute has particular interest in candidates with a background in investigative reporting, global affairs, and data and digital journalism."
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: 15 Dec. 2014
 * List Updates Here:

Niagara University (NY) - SEARCH COMPLETED

 * Communication Studies Department
 * Full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor
 * "Candidates should be able to teach a variety of courses in both digital journalism and multimedia production, with a focus on how these media can be used to promote social justice. The teaching load is a 3/3, with a maximum class size of 35. An active program of research, potential for scholarly publication, and service to the university, the profession and the community are expected. The successful candidate is expected to participate in departmental and university duties, including student advising and committee work. A Ph.D. in a Communication or Media Studies discipline is required by the time of appointment."
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: 1 Jan. 2015
 * List Updates Here:
 * Recieved rejection email from Doug Tewksbury announcing a completed search (3/3)

North Carolina State University (NC) - OFFERS ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Rhetoric
 * Rhetoric of science and technology particularly encouraged to apply
 * Deadline: November 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad: CRTNET
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has anyone heard anything? (12/2)
 * crickets (12/2)
 * --- actually, I heard they're doing Skype interviews (12/3)
 * Any news after Skype interviews? (12/23)
 * offer accepted (3/4)
 * Friend said two tenure-track hires were eventually made, both doctoral candidates who will be at the rank of assistant professor (3/22).

North Carolina State University (NC) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor in Public Relations
 * Deadline: November 1, 2014
 * "Desirable: teaching experience, public relations experience, and expertise in new technologies. While open to candidates representing the broad spectrum of public relations research, the committee will give special consideration to candidates pursuing research in science, technology, health, or environmental communication, and/or minority perspectives on these issues."
 * Link to Ad: http://www.aejmc.org/jobads/?p=9683
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates out there? (12/4)
 * Phone interview underway (12/8)
 * Does anyone have any updates? (3/4)x2 Anything? (4/8)

Northeastern University (MA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Communication Studies Department
 * Open rank position, tenure-on-entry full or associate professor or tenure-track assistant professor.
 * "Communication Technology, Behavior, and Society. We are seeking candidates who apply a variety of disciplinary and methodological approaches to analyzing social media, mobile communication, and other information technologies including their design, use, contents, forms, effects, and social implications. We are particularly interested in candidates who can work across disciplines on externally funded projects relevant to sustainability, security, data science, and/or health. The individual filling this position will teach courses at all levels, with an emphasis on offerings dealing with data visualization, digital communication, network science, online communities, and/or social media."
 * Deadline: Applications received on or before November 17, 2014 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Careful! This department is quite political. If you have the ability to bring in funding, be sure to say so!
 * Campus interviews scheduled (12/10)
 * Last month, I heard from a friend who is a faculty member in the department that an offer for this position was extended and accepted. (2/18)
 * No, an offer for this position was not extended and accepted last month (2/20).
 * I heard the opposite from a faculty on the committee, that no decisions had been made (2/20) --- poster from above: maybe it's for the other search then. At least one of them concluded and I possibly got them confused.
 * Offer accepted (3/8)

Northeastern University (MA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Communication Studies Department
 * Open rank position, tenure-on-entry full or associate professor or tenure-track assistant professor.
 * "Strategic Communication and Public Advocacy. Candidates can have expertise in any area of strategic communication and public advocacy, but we are most interested in those applying a mix of approaches to the critical study of advertising, persuasion, political communication, and/or science and risk communication. The individual filling this position will teach courses at all levels, with an emphasis on offerings dealing with advertising and new media, crisis communication, political campaigns, and/or science and risk communication."
 * Deadline: Applications received on or before November 17, 2014 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates on this position? (1/29)

Northern Illinois University - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication Department
 * New media/journalism, tenure-track assistant professor.
 * "We seek a candidate who has a strong background in journalism, new media, convergence, and multi-platform writing and editing. The candidate must be qualified to teach undergraduate courses in new media, reporting, writing, and editing as well as courses in one of the following areas: news in society or media management. The hired candidate will also be expected to teach graduate courses in the Communication Studies M.A. program, engage in an active research program, and perform service to the Department, profession, and discipline."
 * Deadline: Applications received on or before December 1, 2014 will be guaranteed full review and consideration.
 * Link to Ad: http://www.hr.niu.edu/employment/JobDetail.cfm?Job=27473
 * List Updates Here:
 * Submitted an application today, but I noticed that almost nobody who teaches journalism is left. Just a few years back there were at least 6 journalism professors. Any insights?
 * If you know anyone at this university, I strongly suggest you talk to them about the current climate of the department. The faculty continues to shrink as faculty members leave. Even though some have left because of retirement, and at least one other for a tenure denial, most have left because of the nasty attitudes and inappropriate behavior of fellow department members. Be sure to also ask them about the recent external reviewer evaluations, the dean's relationship with the department, recent outcomes of tenure cases (including people who have had to appeal), and recent complaints brought by people in the department against each other that led to multiple weeks of a mediator coming in to work with the entire faculty.
 * Candidates begin coming in this week. (1/19)

Northern Illinois University (IL)

 * Communication Undergraduate Program Advisor at Northern Illinois University
 * The Northern Illinois University Department of Communication invites applications for an anticipated position, Undergraduate Program Advisor.  This is a full-time, twelve-month, supportive professional staff position.  The appointment will begin as soon as the position is filled.
 * Duties: advise all undergraduate majors in communication studies and journalism, with special attention to such matters as academic progress, curriculum requirements, departmental policies, and construction of students' course schedules; advise students pursuing undergraduate minors and undergraduate certificates in which the Department participates; serve as main departmental contact for Ask My Major e-mail service; consult with Director of Undergraduate Studies about enrollment trends, course scheduling, and other programmatic concerns; perform other duties as requested by Director of Undergraduate Studies, Assistant Chair, or Department Chair; serve as principal liaison with College and NIU advising personnel.  May teach up to one class per year for overload pay upon request and subject to qualifications, programmatic need, and approval by Department.
 * Required qualifications: master's degree in communication, journalism, or media studies at time of application; excellent oral and written language abilities; strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills; experience working with diverse student populations; ability to analyze student enrollment data and trends; ability to multitask and to manage details; proficiency in word-processing and spreadsheet software applications, including the ability to create and edit Excel spreadsheets and Word documents.
 * Found: CRTNET #14327
 * List Updates Here:

Northern Kentucky University (KY) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Journalism
 * "The successful candidate will teach some combination of the following: introduction to mass media, news writing, reporting, copy editing and design, digital publishing, communication law, media ethics, public affairs reporting, online journalism, visual journalism, advertising, communication history, and media research. Experience with multimedia reporting tools in journalism is preferred."
 * Deadline: In order to ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by September 15.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Conducting video interviews (10/23).
 * Any word on campus invites? They were delightful during the Skype interviews. (12/1)
 * Heard they had on campus interviews and may have extended an offer. (12/10)
 * Anyone know for sure if an offer was extended and/or accepted? (12/12)
 * Heard through a colleague an offer was extended and accepted (12/16)
 * Received rejection letter stating "selected candidates" had been chosen to continue the process. (1/7)

Northwestern College (IA)

 * Assistant Professor of Communications
 * "We seek a communications generalist with expertise in communications writing (news, feature, public relations). The preferred candidate would also have the ability to teach a combination of introductory courses in mass media, media law, and advertising. Knowledge of converged media platforms desirable. The successful candidate will advise the student newspaper and journalism practicum, provide internship supervision, and advise and recruit students."
 * Affiliated with the Reformed Church in America, Northwestern College seeks candidates with an authentic Christian faith who will support the college’s mission, Reformed and evangelical identity, and commitment to Christian liberal arts as expressed in our Vision for Learning.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: Not Stated (posted 1/15/15)
 * List Updates Here:

Northwestern University (IL) - OFFERS ACCEPTED
Assistant or Associate Professor position for candidates with an interest in organizations and networks. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to: team dynamics; social media and online networks; inter and intra-organizational networks; entrepreneurship and innovation; leadership; collective action; and project management.
 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Hiring 3 faculty members in the following fields:
 * Computation and Communication (Search No. 24144): Assistant or Associate Professor position for candidates with an interest in computation and communication. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to: human-computer interaction; social media; big data; collective intelligence; crowdsourcing; and collaboration and coordination online.
 * Media Studies (Search No. 24153): Assistant, Associate or Full Professor position for candidates with an interest in media studies. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to: digital media uses; media institutions; social media; big data; the production, distribution, exhibition, and consumption of media arts and culture; advertising and marketing; music, podcasting and sound; gaming and entertainment; entrepreneurship and innovation; regulation and policy; and media history.
 * Organizations and Networks (Search No. 24152)
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received request to complete equal opportunity employment survey, 11/10 (x8)
 * Would those who received the request for the equal opportunity survey mind indicating which search they applied to? (Computation & Communication x1; Media Studies x5; Organizations and Networks x1)
 * Any updates? (X 1, 12/10)
 * Any updates? (12/18)
 * Haven't heard anything here (Media Studies). (12/19) Nor here. (Computation and Communication) (12/19)
 * Some gossipy, non-official scuttlebut suggests that there are some snafus in the search or something shady going on. No details beyond that intimation.
 * No apparent snafus or shadiness. Several campus visits made, more to come. (1/24)
 * Campus visits scheduled for January (1/07)
 * Anyone get an invite yet? (1/10) (X 1,1/27)
 * Whatever happened with this job? (3/13)
 * Three offers extended; one declined, two in process. (3/16). Two offers accepted (4/7).

Northwestern University (IL) - OFFERS ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Hiring 2 faculty members in Communication and Health to be part of the School's newly established Center for Communication and Health. The positions are tenure-track, open rank.
 * Deadline: Submit no later than Nov 3, 2014. Review of applications will begin on November 10.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * received rejection email [11/19]
 * several campus visits made, more to come. One offer extended and accepted. (1/24)
 * second offer in process. (3/16)  Second offer accepted (4/7).

Northwestern State University (LA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Language and Communication
 * Assistant or Associate Professor of Communication with a focus on Mass Communication. Tenure track.
 * Ability to teach radio and television broadcast or public relations and news media preferred. Applicants with professional broadcast experience especially welcome.
 * Position open until filled. Job ad says hire was to begin August 18, 2014, but the search is still open.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interviews conducted in mid-January, currently bringing people in for interviews. Dept. chair was not part of Skype process and only communicated by email with prospective finalists. Very vague on what courses this faculty member would teach and even though the ad says "radio and television" none of the classes scheduled to teach for fall were radio or TV. Very tight budget for campus visits and a finalist was asked to stay in a faculty member's home instead of a hotel. (2/7)

Oglethorpe University (GA) -- PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication and Rhetoric Studies
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor
 * Responsibilities include teaching courses (3/3 load) in new media and society, public speaking, and professional communication; teaching in the University core curriculum; and student advising.
 * Deadline: 12/15/14
 * Link to Ad
 * List Updates Here:

Ohio State University (OH) -- OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication
 * Tenure-track assistant professor whose research and teaching focuses on the implications of social media for strategic and/or organizational communication
 * Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than October 1, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Contacted for Skype interview. [posted Oct. 10]
 * Campus visit stage [posted 10/31]
 * Candidate selected, offer should be going out soon (12/1)
 * Offer officially accept (12/8)

Ohio State University (OH) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Communication
 * Tenure-track assistant professor or tenured associate professor in the area of Communication Technology.
 * Candidates may focus on computer-mediated communication (CMC), human-computer interaction (HCI), or specific subareas of communication technology, such as psychological aspects of user experiences, the effects of digital representations, or research specific to certain contexts of digital communication.
 * Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than December 1, 2014. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus visits are underway (11/12) (THIS IS NOT ACCURATE 11/23)
 * Really? That seems odd/unlikely, given that the deadline isn't until 12/1...
 * Really +1. Can anyone share updates about this position?
 * No, campus visits have not been scheduled for this position.
 * Does anyone know the status of this search? (11/23)
 * Applications wont be reviewed until after today with interviews most likely scheduled for mid-January - there may have been confusion as demonstrated in previous posts as interviews for the social media position were held in November - an offer for that position will likely go out this week (12/1)
 * Are interviews scheduled for mid-January phone/skype interviews or on-campus visits? (12/9)
 * Skye interviews are scheduled (12/9)
 * Anyone got the skype interview invites? (12/10)
 * Anyone got the campus interview invite? (12/15)
 * Any updates? (12/18)
 * Received campus interview invite (12/17)

Ohio State University (OH) - OFFER MADE

 * School of Communication / School of Environment and Natural Resources
 * Tenure-track assistant professor or tenured associate professor in the area of environment/risk/science communication.
 * The successful candidate will have ¾ FTE appointment in the School of Communication and ¼ FTE in the Environmental Social Sciences specialization within the School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR). The tenure home will be within the School of Communication.
 * Candidates should employ an empirical, social scientific research approach focused on communication processes in decision-making within the context of environment, energy, science, and/or risk
 * Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than October 10, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * any word about this position? (10/31)
 * Campus visits are underway (11/12)
 * Heard from someone I know that the offer was made to his acquaintance (11/23)
 * Rumor is that offer was turned down.
 * Offer was officially turned down reluctantly by candidate due to personal/family issues

Old Dominion University (VA) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication and Theatre Arts
 * "The Department of Communication and Theatre Arts seeks an Assistant Professor (tenure track) whose research and teaching focuses on social media (e.g., mobile, web,gaming) and communication industries (e.g., media, public relations, journalism, creative industries). The department welcomes applications from candidates employing critical-cultural and/or social scientific approaches that examine social media in health, political, entertainment arenas, or other areas of emerging societal interest. Interest in researching how communication varies among groups and organizations across their lifespans/duration is desirable. "
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interview request (12/4/14)
 * Received generic rejection from HR dept (1/8/15) (X3)

Oklahoma State University (OK) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * School of Media and Strategic Communications
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Media Management.
 * The successful candidate must be conversant in multimedia journalism, particularly in developing media formats, while being able to teach a wide variety of courses in this area.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: To be fully considered for this position, applications should reach the school by October 17, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * received offer of campus visit 11/1

Oregon State University (OR) - POSITION FILLED

 * School of Art and Communications
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor Media and Rhetoric
 * The primary areas of interest should include the social impacts of media, new media technologies and media criticism. Secondary emphasis in one or more of the following areas: research methods, semiotics, rhetorical theory, political communication, game theory or virtual reality. Teaching and research activities should pertain to primary and/or secondary areas of interest. The successful candidate will have her/his tenure line in the School of Arts and Communication with a home in New Media Communications.
 * Link to Ad: OSU
 * Deadline: To be fully considered for this position, applications should reach the school by December 15, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus invitations have been sent (1/24)
 * Offer made and accepted.
 * Received rejection letter (4/20)

Pennsylvania State University (PA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of English
 * Assistant or Associate Professor of English
 * "The Department of English at The Pennsylvania State University seeks an interdisciplinary scholar in critical media studies, to begin August 2015. Successful applicants will have an active research program with significant promise of article and book publication. Research should be at the intersection of literary/cultural studies and digital/media studies. The appointee will be expected to participate in the activities of the Digital Culture and Media Initiative in the Department of English and the Center for Humanities and Information in Penn State`s College of the Liberal Arts."
 * Deadline: review begins immediately (posted 09/26/14)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2015
 * any updates on this job?
 * on-campus interview invitation is out [posted 1/7]

Pennsylvania State University (PA) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Communications
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in International Communication.
 * The successful candidate must have demonstrable research interest and teaching expertise in international communication and related topics (e.g., comparative media systems). To that end, experiential knowledge in the form of grounded research exposure and/or an extended period living outside the US is advantageous.
 * Applicants with geopolitical expertise related to the regions/countries within Central/Soth America or the Middle East are particularly encouraged to apply.
 * We are especially interested in candidates who will build on immersive travel educational programs including our intensive study abroad program.
 * We seek scholars who will contribute to the broad intellectual and creative life of an interdisciplinary media studies program.
 * Start date is August 2015
 * Deadline for full consideration: October 31, 2014, but all applications will be considered until filled.
 * Links to ads here and here (see Job 53269)
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone have an update on this search?
 * Skype interview requests sent (11.20)
 * Did anyone that had a Skype interview hear anything? (1.6)
 * Wondering if anyone has heard anything about this position?
 * Did anyone end up getting hired? Or did this search fail (again)? (4/13)
 * I'm wondering the same thing. Anyone hear anything? And does the comment above me mean that it failed last year? 4.18
 * It definitely failed or was suspended last year (after campus visits). (4/19)

Pennsylvania State University (PA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Arts and Sciences
 * Tenure-track assistant or associate professor whose scholarship emphasizes contemporary rhetorical theory.
 * Related interests may include the study of public controversy, deliberation, social protest, or networked/digital rhetoric.
 * Deadline: Applications received on or before October 17, 2014 will be guaranteed full review but all applications will be considered until filled.
 * The start date for the position is August 2015.
 * Link to Ad: []
 * List Updates Here:
 * They have already brought at least one person (a big name tenured faculty member) in to interview and have contacted two others.
 * The two candidates were brought it during the same week (different ends, though). Both are associate professors. [posted 09/26/14]
 * A third candidate (also an associate professor) was brought in (October).
 * Position has been accepted by a senior scholar.

Pennsylvania State University (PA) - OFFER MADE

 * Assistant/Associate Professor in Communication Science: "The Department of Communication Arts and Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University seeks a tenure-track assistant or associate professor whose research advances communication theory, demonstrates a sophisticated command of quantitative methods, and provides insight into socially relevant problems. The successful applicant will complement and strengthen core interests of current faculty in the department and enable collaboration with the broader university community."
 * Deadline: October 10, 2014
 * Link to ad: http://cas.la.psu.edu/employment-opportunities-1/assistant-associate-professor
 * List Updates Here:
 * Rejection letter Oct. 27, 2014 (x3)
 * An offer has been extended.
 * Heard this offer was extended to an associate professor at another R1 in the area of quantitative methods and health communication theory and practice.

Queens University of Charlotte (NC) - SUCCESSFULLY CLOSED

 * Assistant Professor of Digital Media Studies
 * Deadline October 31, 2014
 * Link to ad:


 * List Updates Here:
 * Status update please?
 * anybody heard anything? Nothing here (2.4.15)
 * Had Skype interview Feb. 5th
 * Called to inquire about search status, Received rejection email minutes later thanking for my interest and stating the search had been successfully closed. (3/4)

Quinnipiac University (CT)

 * Full Time Term Faculty in Advertising and Integrated Communications
 * Deadline: Applications will be accepted beginning April 10 and will continue until position is filled
 * Link to ad: QU job call
 * The Department of Public Relations in the School of Communications is seeking full time term (non-tenure track) faculty member in Advertising and Integrated Communications. The department seeks a colleague with a strong commitment to innovative teaching and student success. Advertising and Integrated Communications is a new degree program integrating the skills and knowledge in advertising, public relations, design, and content creation. The position starts August 2015 and is renewable on an annual basis. This position will be a part of a reconfigured Department of Strategic Communications, which will include undergraduate degree programs in Public Relations, and Advertising and Integrated Communications and a graduate program in Public Relations.
 * List Updates Here:

Quinnipiac Univeristy (CT)

 * Media Studies Full-time Term Faculty Position
 * Deadline: Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to ad: QU Media Studies job call
 * The Department of Media Studies of the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University is seeking a full-time term faculty member (non-tenure track). The position starts August 2015 and is renewable on an annual basis. Teaching is the primary duty of term faculty, but continuing professional development and contributions to the University are also expected, including student advising, service, and course/program development. The successful candidate will be student-centric, bringing to the classroom a commitment to innovative teaching. Media Studies is a fast-growing major in the School of Communications. Our students, who earn a B.A. in Communications, intern and work in a variety of career fields, from music, TV, film, public relations, and journalism to social media, sports, marketing, sales, and media research. Some of our alumni have pursued graduate degrees in areas including business, law, and education.
 * List Updates Here:

Radboud University (RU) Nijmegen (NL) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Behavioral Science Institute: "The Behavioral Science Institute is a multidisciplinary research institute including psychology, educational science, and communication science. The BSI has seven research programmes covering three major research themes: 1) development and learning; 2) psychopathology, health and well-being; and 3) social processes and communication. For more information, please visit our website (http://www.ru.nl/bsi)."
 * Six, 2-year Post-doc positions available
 * Deadline September 17, 2014
 * Start date Jan 1, 2015
 * Link to ad: here and here
 * List Updates Here:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (NY) - SKYPE INTERVIEWS HELD

 * Department of Communication and Media
 * Tenured Senior Professor and Department Head
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline Not Stated; posted in MLA JIL 11/07/14
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interviews held December 15, 18, and 19, 2014

Randolph College (VA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * TT Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
 * "We seek a generalist with specializations in the areas of digital media studies, multimedia journalism, qualitative audience research and/or critical political economy. Research that engages with the global nature of communication and/or focuses on media in a particular region outside of the United States is especially welcomed."
 * Deadline: Applications received by December 1 will receive first priority.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates on this one?
 * Any updates? (1/3/2015)
 * Nothing here. (1/3/15)
 * Request for phone interview (1/6)x2
 * Any updates?
 * Updates? (1/27/15)
 * No word since phone interview (1/27)
 * Invitation for on-campus visit (1/26)x2
 * Offer made (3/4)
 * Offer accepted

Reinhardt University (GA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Tenure-track appointment: Assistant Professor in Communication
 * "Candidates should be able to teach a range of courses in Communication and Media Studies, including general education courses on writing and public speaking, as well as Public Relations, Advertising, Media Law & Ethics, Media History. Ability to teach courses in Interpersonal Communication, Journalism, and/or Media & Politics is desirable."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2014; position will remain open until filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype Interview Request (11/15)
 * Scheduling Campus Interviews for January (12/8)
 * Has anyone who had a Skype interview received an on-campus request? Just wondering if this is an update from the search committee or if others received an invitation to campus.
 * Colleague announced he accepted offer (2/2)

Rollins College (FL) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure track, Assistant Professor of Communication
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: The deadline for applying for this position is November 30, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * any updates?
 * any updates ? (1/3/2015)
 * no updates ? (1/24/2015)
 * campus interviews scheduled (2/18/15)
 * offer accepted

Rowan University (NJ) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * (10-month) tenure-track Assistant Professor, to join the department September 1, 2015.
 * The successful candidate will specialize in Rhetorical Criticism, Gender, and Popular Culture.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: The deadline date is November 1, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Question: Anyone know what the teaching load is here? A: pretty sure it is usually 4/4. (09/26/14)
 * Any word? I know the ad said they were conducting NCA interviews, so just wondering if folks have been contacted for these yet?
 * Haven't heard anything yet (11/11) x3
 * Scheduling NCA Interviews (11/12)


 * job offer made and accepted (12/22)

Ryerson University (CAN) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Creative Industries (Faculty of Communication and Design).
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Creative Industries.
 * Deadline: Applications received by Nov. 17, 2014 will be guaranteed full consideration but all applications will be considered until filled.
 * Start date July 1, 2015.
 * Link to ad: here
 * List Updates Here:
 * Nov. 24 - Emails sent out to arrange Skype interview

Sacred Heart University (CT) -- POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication and Media Studies
 * Tenure-track position in media literacy at the level of assistant professor
 * Deadline: Deadline for applications is October 1, 2014. Start date for the position is August 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any news?
 * They've emailed folks who are shortlisted and requested more docs.
 * Any news since document request?
 * Request for on-campus interview 12/18 (1)
 * Received rejection letter stating position has been filled (3/09) x1

Saint Louis University (MO) - OFFER EXTENDED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track position in public relations at the assistant professor level
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 7 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus interviews arranged, to be held in month of Nov. (second-hand, according to member of dept.) [posted Oct. 29]
 * A friend knows the doctoral candidate who was extended this offer a week or so ago (Nov. 30)
 * Reportedly the first offer was not accepted. 12/13

Saint Louis University (MO) - OFFER EXTENDED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track position in organizational communication at the assistant professor level, in the Department of Communication, to begin in Fall 2015.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 7 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interviews are being scheduled. (10/22)
 * Campus interviews arranged, to be held in month of Nov. (second-hand, according to member of dept.) [posted Oct. 29]
 * Campus interviews have concluded.
 * An offer has been extended (12/10)

Saint Louis University (MO) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track position in intercultural communication at the assistant professor level, in the Department of Communication, to begin in Fall 2015.
 * We invite applications from teacher-scholars whose research focuses on intercultural and/or cultural communication.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 7 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * phone interviews have taken place [posted 10/21]
 * all phone interviews done?
 * Campus interviews arranged, to be held in month of Nov. (second-hand, according to member of dept.) [posted Oct. 29]
 * Campus interviews have concluded.
 * offer accepted

Saint Martin's University (WA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication Studies Program
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor
 * "The successful candidate will be both an active scholar and an excellent undergraduate instructor, able to teach a broad range of introductory and advanced communication courses on a 4/4 semester schedule. Desired areas of interest include, but are not limited to: media studies, game studies, international communication, political communication, or public relations (related to sports, government or non-profits). Preference will be given to candidates who use broad and cross-disciplinary approaches to study human communication; who successfully integrate multiple perspectives and voices in their teaching; and who have an interest in social justice. Ideal candidates will recognize the value of public scholarship and view the local community as a resource for teaching. "
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin December 1, 2015.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Recived invitation to conference interview. [posted 11/23/14] X3
 * Anyone heard anything about phone interview?
 * Phone interview requested (12/11) X3
 * of those who received a request for a phone interview, did you also have an informal interview at NCA or not? Thanks. (12/27)
 * Received rejection email which stated candidates for campus interviews had been selected.
 * Did the rejection email come after a phone/NCA interview?

Sam Houston State University (TX) - CANCELLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Two (2) tenure-track assistant professor positions in Communication Studies
 * The candidates’ research and teaching interests should complement those of the present faculty. Such interests include, but are not limited to, interpersonal communication, computer mediated communication, social media from an interpersonal perspective, organizational communication, family communication, and health communication.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Closing Date: 13 Mar 2015
 * List Updates Here:
 * Search committee sent a list of recommended candidates to the chair and dean today
 * I called the secretary and the chair. They both told me that they are still accepting application. Not sure why the last update said candiates had been selected. But has anyone received any interview invitation (4/2)?
 * Heard that the search is closed

Samford University (AL)

 * Communication Arts
 * TT position: Director of Writing and Communication Arts
 * NOTE: Candidates must be willing to support the university's Christian mission.
 * Deadline: open until filled (posted 09/29/14)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015

San Diego State University (CA) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Journalism and Media Studies
 * Full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in journalism
 * Start Date: August 2015
 * Deadline: Review of application materials will begin September 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * I received a rejection email (11/10/14)
 * Anyone else not heard anything? Aren't requests sent before rejections?
 * also received a rejection notice (11/11/14).
 * another rejection notice here (11/11/14) Sorry--just for clarification, were these rejections for people with or without phone interviews? I know phone interviews were held in late Oct. Thank you.
 * (I, the third rejected person, did not receive an interview.)

San Diego State University (CA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * School of Journalism and Media Studies
 * Visiting Faculty position (two year, non-tenure track)
 * Start Date: Aug 2015
 * Deadline: Review of application materials will begin Oct. 1, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad: Visiting Position Description
 * List Updates Here:

San Diego State University (CA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * School of Communication
 * Assistant/Associate Professor of Communication
 * Tenure track position in the area of social media analytics, social network analysis, and big data analytics, with exceptional candidates considered at Associate Professor rank, to begin Fall 2015.
 * Suitable applicants for this position must have a terminal degree in communication or allied field, and are engaged in analyses of web- and/or social media data and network analytics and visualization in applied and theoretical applications in the communication and social sciences. Candidates would benefit from abilities to integrate quantitative and qualitative methods.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin September 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled
 * Links to Ad: ;
 * List Updates Here:

San Diego State University (CA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Health Communication
 * "The selected candidate will be primarily responsible for teaching courses in the health communication curriculum. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong record of, or the potential for, publication and teaching in any of the following areas: health campaigns, socio-political implications of health policy, (inter)cultural understandings of illness and wellness, health disparities, and organizational factors affecting health; however, candidates with a strong record of productivity in other health communication topics will also be considered."
 * Deadline: 11/10/14
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * NCA interview scheduled [11/17/14]
 * any updates?
 * Heard job was offered and unofficially accepted. 1/15/15

Siena Heights University (MI) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Assistant Professor of Communication
 * The ideal applicant will be prepared to teach the following classes: Introduction to Communications; Communications Theory; Intercultural Communication; History of Mass Media; and Visual Culture.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: The deadline for applications is December 8th, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Anyone know if this job is tenure-track?  The ad is ambiguous, but it is an Assistant Professor position.
 * Siena Heights University does a contract system. The first three years you work there as assistant professor you are an at "will employee" with a yearly contract. After the first three years you go to a long term contract. They call it "super tenure," but it is not the same. They also are not unionized.
 * Their communications program is in the humanities division, and until three years ago they never had anyone in the college of arts and sciences teaching with a Ph.D. in communications. So, whoever works at the university needs to be prepared to work with a lot of faculty and administrators who are still struggling to understand the discipline.
 * Also don't know if the ad says this but the communications department is in charge of the students organization (http://www.shuspectra.com). So, a new hire might end up also advising an online newspaper/magazine.
 * Received email requesting responses to supplementary questions (12/19). x2
 * Called today to determine status of search. I was placed on hold while the admin assistant consulted with a member of the search committee, and after several minutes was told, "you're not a good fit here. You'll have to try again somewhere else." I was also told that they have held a few campus interviews. (3/4)

Southeast Missouri State University (MO) -- OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * TT Assistant Professor - Public Address/Debate
 * Deadline: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 26, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * An offer was extended and declined. (12/10)
 * Offer Accepted. (3/8/2015)

Southern Illinois University Carbondale (IL) - SEARCH COMPLETED

 * Department Of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor of Communication Studies (tenure track)
 * organizational communication
 * Deadline: October 23, 2014, or until filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Recieved rejection letter (pdf) via email (11/13) x2
 * Phone interview and references were contacted during week of 11/3-7.  No updates since then.
 * Campus interviews being scheduled for late January.
 * SIU Grad Student received e-mail today notifying us that a decision had been made and offer received. Congrats! 2/10

Southern Methodist University (TX) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Division of Journalism
 * Assistant or Associate Professor of Journalism(tenure track)
 * Media Law or History and critical studies of news media
 * Deadline: December 31, 2014 to receive full consideration
 * Link to Ad: http://www.aejmc.org/jobads/?p=10092
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any news? (Jan. 25)

St. Norbert College (WI) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication and Media Studies
 * Assistant Professor (TT) of Communication and Media Studies
 * Public Relations specialty
 * Deadline: October 6, 2014
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates on where the search is at? (10/14)
 * Contacted for Skype interview (10/17)
 * Any update? (11/9)
 * They did at least one campus interview before Thanksgiving, unsure on others.
 * They did on-campus interviews and passed on both! They have re-posted the job. I don't know what this indicates about the department, but it is sure weird.
 * Skype interviews scheduled. x2

St. Lawrence University (NY) - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Performance and Communication Arts
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Rhetoric
 * "The successful candidate will teach entry-level courses such as Public Speaking and Intro to Communication Studies, as well as upper-level rhetoric courses in her/his area of expertise. This person will also be expected to teach periodically in St. Lawrence University's First Year Program, as well as to assist the University's Rhetoric and Communication Program, which aims to enhance communication pedagogies and skills across the curriculum. Teaching load is 3 courses per semester.:
 * Deadline: The search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2014. Review will continue until position is successfully filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus interviews happened in early December
 * any updates? (2/3)
 * Position accepted by inside candidate

St. Lawrence University (NY) - OFFER MADE

 * Department of Performance and Communication Arts
 * TT Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
 * "The person hired will teach entry-level courses such as Introduction to Communication Studies and or Rhetoric & Public Speaking, as well as upper-level rhetoric/communication studies courses in her/his area of expertise."
 * Deadline: The search committee will begin reviewing applications on December 1, 2014. Review will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Anyone know if there is overlap in the search committees for the 3 St. Lawrence positions currently open?
 * The search committee chair is different, but I would imagine that there has to be some overlap.
 * Campus interview request 12/17
 * Pretty sure an offer has been made
 * ^how sure? what did you hear?

State University of New York College at Plattsburgh (NY) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor
 * "Duties include course instruction, being an active scholar, advising students, and service to the department and university. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in multimedia production, basic & advanced web design, and Adobe After Effects."
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: Materials received by January 15 will be guaranteed full consideration.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Noticed this position was reposted on CRTNET today (2/23)

State University of New York College at Plattsburgh (NY) - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor
 * "The ideal candidate will have a commitment to bridging theory with practice and will have expertise in teaching one or more of the following areas: Social Interaction, Social Media and New Technology, Strategic and Corporate Communication, Health Communication, Public Discourse and Political Communication."
 * Deadline: Materials received by December 1 will be guaranteed full consideration.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates (1/6/15)
 * Phone interviews concluded last week (1/9/15) - does anyone know if campus invites have been made? (posted 1/15/15)
 * Have campus invites been made? (2/5)
 * Learned campus invites were sent in late January (posted 2/6/15)
 * Heard from a friend that campus visits concluded this week (posted 2/20/15)
 * Offer made and accepted

SUNY Canton (NY) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of English and Humanities
 * Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor - Technical Communication
 * "In addition to teaching a variety of writing and general education courses, both face-to-face and online, candidates should be prepared to develop and teach upper and lower division courses in technical communication that expose students to a range of emergent technologies."
 * Deadline: Review will begin December 10 and position is open until filled.
 * Link to Ads:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2015

SUNY Geneseo (NY) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track assistant professor of mass communication
 * The successful candidate will be prepared to teach introductory courses in communication, in mass communication, and in one or more of the following subjects: media writing, media effects, media theories, free speech issues, quantitative research, media and cultural studies.
 * Deadline: February 1, 2015
 * Link to Ad: 1
 * List updates here:
 * Received generic note that review is underway (2/14)
 * Received request for Skype interview (2/16 x3)
 * Received request for on-campus interview (3/2)
 * Has an offer been made?
 * Offer made

SUNY Oneonta (NY) -- CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication Arts
 * TT Assistant Professor of Mass Communication
 * Deadline: not stated (posted 09/30/14)
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received generic rejection note via email (01-15-15) x4

SUNY Oneonta (NY)

 * Department of Communication Arts
 * Lecturer- Mass Communication
 * Deadline: not stated (posted 10/22/14)
 * Links to Ads: [Ad]
 * List Updates Here:

SUNY Oswego (NY) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor in Communication and Social Interaction
 * Review of applications will begin November 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * - I had a skype interview in mid December but haven't heard anything since then. Anyone have any updates? (2/15)
 * Heard campus visits were held earlier this month (2/15)
 * Any updates? (2/20)
 * Any news out there? (3/9)

Syracuse University (NY)

 * S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
 * Tenure-track/tenured faculty position in Public Relations (PR) to begin in August 2015. Position rank is negotiable.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. (posted Aug. 5 2014)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates? (12/12)

Temple University (PA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Advertising
 * Chair and Senior Faculty Member (Assoc. or Full Prof.)
 * Department Chair: "The ideal candidate for this position should be a productive scholar or professional and ideally could to teach in one or more of the department’s four tracks of study (art direction, copywriting, account management/media planning, and research)."
 * Deadline: Review begins September 15, 2014
 * Link to Ad: (posted 30 May 2014)
 * List Updates Here:

Temple University (PA) -- CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Journalism
 * Open-rank professor position (tenure-track or non-tenure-track, depending on qualifications) to begin in August 2015.
 * The position will focus on journalism business models and entrepreneurship, including an understanding of audience engagement and measurement, and news organization management.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 1, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * I was told that phoners have been scheduled. [posted 10/18]
 * On-campus interviews have been happening. (12/1)

Temple University (PA) -- POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Journalism
 * Assistant Professor in emerging news media technologies
 * [Regarding emerging news media technologies:] This could include mobile technologies, social media and convergence culture. The successful candidate needs to provide evidence of teaching experience and a clear research agenda. A Ph.D. is preferred. The goal of Temple’s journalism program is to prepare students for a multimedia professional future with solid training in urban journalism, with particular emphasis on underserved communities. We seek a colleague with a similar commitment and philosophy.
 * This is a re-search from a line they ultimately didn't hire on last year, FWIW


 * Deadline: Review begins October 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interviews scheduled for end of October/beginning of November.
 * Campus visits scheduled for January and February (11/12)
 * Position has been filled (3/20)

Texas A&M University - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication
 * Open Rank
 * Global Media and Technology
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Dear person who keeps spamming the page in random places about this job: Please stop. If anyone has updates to offer, they will post them here, not at the top of the page, not under other jobs that happen to be in Texas.
 * Speaking of updates, anyone hear anything about this position? (1.16.)
 * They hired Sandra Braman from UW-Milwaukee.  One of the people who interviewed is someone I know.

Texas Christian University (TX) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * School of Strategic Communication
 * Tenure-Track Faculty Position at the Assistant Professor Level in Strategic Communication
 * "We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise and experience in one or both of the following two areas: (1) writing and digital storytelling, and/or (2) strategic communication and the law."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin Oct. 15, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Job status is "alternate" on job webpage (11/14)

Texas State University - San Marcos (TX) - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
 * Intercultural Communication and/or Diversity
 * Appointment Date: Fall 2015
 * Deadline: All application materials must be received by October 10, 2014.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * [Notice of Campus Interviews posted in header on 11/03/14]
 * Rejection Letter (11/6/14) x4


 * friend posted online she accepted the position

Texas State University - San Marcos (TX) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * School of Journalism and Mass Communication
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
 * Required Qualifications: Terminal degree or ABD in mass communication or a related field; ability to teach a combination of public relations, digital media, strategic communication, and research classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels; professional experience in public relations and/or strategic communication; and evidence of a program of sustained scholarship or creative activity.
 * Appointment Date: Fall 2015
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins September 15, 2014 and will continue until position is filled.
 * Links to Ads:
 * List Updates Here:

Texas State University - San Marcos (TX) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * School of Journalism and Mass Communication
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
 * Required Qualifications: Terminal degree or ABD in mass communication or a related field; professional experience in photography, digital media, or journalism; ability to teach courses in the areas of visual storytelling, visual communication, media design, and digital video production at the undergraduate and graduate level; experience in video field production, web-based and new media technology, and digital editing; and have or show evidence of capability to develop a program of sustained scholarship or creative activity.
 * Appointment Date: Fall 2015
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins September 15, 2014 and will continue until position is filled.
 * Links to Ads:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any news? (11/30)

Texas Tech University - Lubbock (TX) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Two tenure-Track Assistant Professor: Two hires - (1) Organizational Communication and (2) Interpersonal Communication
 * Required Qualifications: Successful applicants will have a terminal degree in hand, preference will be given to applicants who have prior university teaching experience and demonstrate a solid understanding of the range and depth of philosophical underpinnings reflected in the department’s curriculum and scholarship as well as within the field (i.e. objective/discovery, interpretive, critical, and postmodern philosophies). Preference also will be given to candidates who can bridge research and teaching across different departmental concentrations. Applicants should have a research program capable of producing high-quality referred publications and obtaining extramural funding commensurate with the mission and strategic plan of a research-intensive university. Applicants will be expected to periodically teach undergraduate and graduate communication theory and research methods courses, the undergraduate Business and Professional Communication course, and offer appropriate service within the institution and to the profession.
 * Appointment Date: Fall 2015
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins December 1, 2014 and will continue until position is filled.
 * Links to Ads: www.texastech.edu/careers
 * List Updates Here:
 * Had a Skype interview 12/9 x3
 * For which position? Org or Interpersonal?
 * Org.
 * Got skype interview invite for interpersonal (12/16)
 * Has anyone heard more updates since the Skype interviews?
 * Committee member mentioned during the interview that the timeline was to bring people in and have an offer by the end of March. They have several searches going on.
 * It's March 1st - any updates for campus visits for either postings?

Towson University (MD) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Mass Communication and Communication Studies Department
 * TT Assistant Professor position in Communication Studies
 * "Primary teaching is communication research with an ability to teach quantitative, qualitative, and critical methods as a survey course"
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins September 22, 2014 and continues until the position is filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has anyone heard anything on the several Towson searches?
 * I heard that Towson got 150+ apps for the three positions combined and that possibly one search committee is doing all of the screening. Maybe that's the hold up. (10/19)


 * Phone interview request
 * Any updates?

Towson University (MD) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Mass Communication and Communication Studies Department
 * TT Assistant Professor position in Communication Studies
 * "Primary teaching is in rhetorical theory and argumentation"
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins September 22, 2014 and continues until the position is filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interview request (10/22)
 * References contacted (11/13)
 * Campus interview invite (1/8)
 * Offer accepted

Towson University (MD) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Mass Communication and Communication Studies Department
 * TT Assistant Professor position in Public Relations
 * "Teach courses in the undergraduate program in public relations and the graduate program in communication. Teach two or more undergraduate courses among: principles of public relations, public relations campaigns, public relations writing, research methods in mass communication, or other courses as needed. Graduate teaching responsibilities include one or more core courses in communication theory and research methods, and others in the candidate’s area of scholarship and expertise"
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins September 22, 2014 and continues until the position is filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Offer made and accepted (12/2014)

Towson University (MD) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Mass Communication and Communication Studies Department
 * TT Assistant Professor position in Journalism and New Media
 * "Teach courses in the undergraduate program in journalism and new media. Teach two or more undergraduate courses among: mass communication research, news reporting, digital publishing, or other courses as needed."
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins September 22, 2014 and continues until the position is filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * University System of Maryland has been put into a hiring freeze.
 * Are there any updates as to whether Towson, specifically, will be implementing this hiring freeze?
 * No idea. Other universities in the system seem to be getting approval to continue their searches.
 * It looks like Nov. 13, Towson CFO made a hiring freeze mandate: http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/7d3c5b2b089b4dcca2016474b67251d9/MD--Universities-Spending-Freezes

Trinity University (TX) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Communication, Fall 2015
 * Primary teaching responsibilities in the theory, critical study, and practice of public relations.
 * Deadline: Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, October 3, 2014.
 * Links to Ads: []; ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates on this?

University of Alabama (AL) -- OFFER ACCEPTED

 * TT Asst. Professor
 * "We are intereste
 * Department of Journalism
 * d in candidates whose scholarly work addresses prominent areas of research in our College, such as health communication, media effects, and sports studies, but candidates may focus on other research areas as well. Candidates should be able to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, including professional courses in reporting, writing, editing or visual journalism. Experience with or knowledge of digital, multi-platform journalism is a plus. Professional journalism experience is preferred."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin in August 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus visits scheduled. [10/22]
 * Offer made and accepted. [11/22]

University of Arizona (AZ) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Communication
 * "The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. in Communication (ABD candidates will be considered), and employ a social scientific approach to research that focuses on topics related to health communication or communication and technology."
 * Deadline: 11/1/14
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * A shortlist has been made, there will not be Skype/Phone interviews. There were over 100 applications. (11/19)
 * Received generic rejection from HR department (11/19)
 * Did you receive an email or hard copy letter?
 * Email from HR department, appears to be automatically sent. Others who did not provide email address in the online system did not receive this email but when logged into the online portal appears "no longer considered" or something to that effect.
 * Campus visits have been scheduled (11/29)
 * Offer accepted

University of Arkansas (AK) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Communication with a specialization in Interpersonal Communication
 * Deadline: 11/1/14
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interview invitation (12/13)
 * Any updates (2/26)?
 * Not a word since my phone interview; I assume they've moved forward with other candidates at this point (2/26)
 * Offer has been accepted (2/27)

University at Buffalo, SUNY (NY) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Communication
 * "The hire is expected to complement the department's expertise in communication and technology research. The ideal candidate is one whose research examines CMC, social media, or emergent technologies through the application of theory. COM faculty members also have expertise in measurement and data analytic procedures in the scientific study of the process of communication."
 * Deadline: Open until filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * phone interviews have been scheduled [posted 11/10]
 * campus interview has been scheduled [posted 11/24]
 * offer made and accepted

University of California, Davis (CA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Dept. of Communication
 * Associate/Full Professor
 * Communication Theory and Research
 * Deadline: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by NOVEMBER 15, 2014.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received rejection note. No interview.

University of California, Los Angeles (CA) - ONE POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * 3 open-rank positions - 1 junior rank position filled
 * Applicants should have high visibility and outstanding research in Mass Communication, Political Communication, Digital Media, related subject areas, or (ideally) work that combines these areas
 * The appointments will begin in July 2015 or 2016.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 20, 2014, but will continue until all three positions are filled.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus visits have been scheduled
 * Can anyone provide more details--Anyone receive rejection? Were there no preliminary interviews? Just straight to campus visits? (11/21)
 * It doesn't seem like any rejection emails were sent. This was a very odd call however. Extremely general call for three positions over two years but they didn't advertise in any of the typical places and then went straigh to campus interviews. Seems a bit unconventional--intrigued by the possibility that they had multiple internal hires? Not sure. Have heard nothing on my end as an applicant. (11/29)
 * Rejection email received (12/1)x3
 * NOTE from above: " 1 junior rank position filled" [posted 1/6]

University of California, San Diego - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication
 * “Assistant Professor or early career Associate Professor” level in Communication and Cultural Industries to begin Fall 2015.
 * "We are looking for a faculty member well versed in the traditions of critical communication studies with a research focus on media theory and practices in local and global contexts. We are especially interested in candidates familiar with changing media ecologies and the ways that new communication and media technologies are transforming industry structures, work, practices of consumption and production, and cultural life. Research and teaching interests may include cinema and film studies, television studies, games studies, social media, transnational media, media access and/or literacy, or related areas. Historical and/or comparative perspectives as well as ethnographic work are encouraged, as are other empirical approaches that offer important theoretical insights for the field."
 * Deadline: Initial review date 1/30/2015 (Friday), and continue until the position is filled.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Writing sample and references requested 2/6 x2
 * recieved email politely stating application wouldn't be taken further, mentioned 200 applications 2/6 x4
 * Well the email was polite, but as with all rejection letters disingenuous. You can't narrow 200 applications in one week while fully vetting those applications. And at the same time requesting writing samples and references from a small pool. What kind of criteria are they using to narrow? This rejection was downright offensive.
 * Yes, you can.  In fact, most committees do.  There are always a few stand-out applications, and it's more readily apparent than you think which applicants don't quite fit the job description.
 * Also posted at Film Studies 2014-2015
 * Very pleasant rejection email stated "nearly 200 applications" applied and committee has "identified a list of candidates whom we will be reviewing further." I would assume that means phone interviews.

University of California, Santa Barbara (CA) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Organizational Communication
 * Deadline: October 15, 2014
 * Links to Ads:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received emailed rejection (11/18) (X 2)

University of California, Santa Barbara (CA) -- CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Interpersonal and/or Intergroup Communication
 * Deadline: October 1, 2014
 * Links to Ads:
 * List Updates Here:
 * I know someone got invited for a visiting interview [posted 11/18]
 * Email rejection 11/18
 * Any updates on this one? (3/12)

University of Colorado Boulder (CO) - SEARCH COMPLETED

 * Communication Department
 * Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Digital Rhetoric
 * Tenure track position, open rank, in the study of Digital Rhetoric working from one or more of the following perspectives: (1) publics, social movements, or formally organized politics; (2) race, ethnicity, gender, or sexuality; (3) contemporary Continental social theory; (4) comparative, cross-cultural, postcolonial, or anthropological studies. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in communication or a related field, a record of high quality scholarship, and a strong teaching record.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, November 5, 2014
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * 11/11 Skype interview scheduled
 * Received email that the search has concluded. They had 109 applicants, and they ultimately hired 2 associate professors. (x1)
 * They hired both Ted Striphas & Phaedra Pezzullo from Indiana. How do I know, cause the rejection email told me. Thanks CU-Boulder.

University of Colorado Boulder (CO) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * College of Media, Communication, and Information
 * Department of Advertising, Public Relations, and Media Design
 * Assistant Professor of Public Relations
 * Tenure-track assistant professor position in the area of public relations to begin August 2015. The ideal candidate will be an outstanding researcher with the ability to teach a wide variety of courses in our undergraduate public relations curriculum. We are looking for a visionary candidate with strong interest in building our undergraduate program in public relations as well as our PhD program in strategic communication. The standard course load is two classes per semester with opportunities to teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
 * The successful candidate is also expected to build and sustain ties with the public relations industry. A PhD in public relations, mass communication, or a related field is required. Professional industry experience in public relations is desirable. ABD applicants with exceptional research, teaching, and professional will be considered with the expectation of completion of a PhD by the time of appointment.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin January 15 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link: 91014
 * List updates here:
 * Any updates?
 * None here, but I'm curious, too. 2.7


 * On-campus have been scheduled. 2/7
 * Does anyone know if this search is completed? 2/28


 * What about the advertising position?
 * The advertising position went straight to on-campus, no phoners or Skype. They have already contacted people they are bringing in, but the visits don't start for a couple weeks. 2/8
 * Did they hire anyone? 4/7

University of Denver (CO) - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor in Culture and Communication (Critical Intercultural Communication)
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Review of applications will start October 15, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone know if this is an internal hire considering the window for applying is less than 2 weeks?
 * I am wondering the same. It may not be an internal hire but they could have another candidate in mind for the position. Either way, such a short application window suggests they are just going through the motions and that it might not be worth wasting the time to apply.
 * The app materials are also overly specific and directive, very tough to make a decent application that meets all these requirements in the time they have allowed.


 * Not an internal hire or other candidate in mind conspiracy theorists. Btw, the ad was submitted to hr quite some time ago, it takes a while to get through the red tape.
 * ^ Sorry you're having a bad day (based on the part of the comment you deleted). Good to know we were wrong. We're not conspiring. For us it's personal. It's a sellers' market, there's a lot of uncertainty, and it's an isolating experience being on the market. Exchanges like this help allay some of the anxiety and make the best use of our limited time and energy. Best!
 * Any news, y'all? (I know it's early yet, but a job I applied to last week, which had an incredible number of applicants, has already narrowed it down to their finalists. The turn-around was amazing!)
 * They extended invitations for campus interviews (11/19)
 * Received email rejection indicating that position was filled (02/17/15)

University of Findlay (OH)

 * College of Liberal Arts
 * Full Time Tenure-Track Position in Communication (Public Relations)
 * Candidates will be expected to teach PR writing, principles and campaigns, newswriting, video production, feature writing and additional courses relevant to the field.
 * Deadline: Open Until Filled (posted 08/20/14)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received a generic rejection email. (1/27)

University of Florida (FL)

 * College of Journalism and Communications
 * Nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor with expertise in advertising to begin January or August 2015
 * Deadline: not stated (posted at Chronicle 07/17/14)
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any news? I never received a rejection, and given that the person might start in January I would expect that someone would have been selected. (12/1)
 * Email rejection received (1/6)

University of Florida (FL) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Public Relations
 * Assistant/Associate Professor
 * To start January or August 2015
 * Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated expertise in one or a combination of the following areas: corporate reputation and identity, crisis/risk communication, interactivity and digital engagement, financial communication, health communication, and nonprofit management.
 * Review of applications begins 8/16 and continues until filled.
 * Link to Ad: [] (posted AEJMC 5/27/14)
 * List Updates Here:

University of Guam - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences - Division of Communication and Fine Arts
 * Assistant/Associate Professor of Journalism
 * Review of applications begins 3/19.
 * Link to Ad: [[197]]
 * List Updates Here:

University of Guam - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences - Division of Communication and Fine Arts
 * Assistant/Associate Professor of mass media
 * Review of applications begins 3/19.
 * Link to Ad: [198]]
 * List Updates Here:

University of Hawai'i at Hilo (HI) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * College of Arts & Sciences
 * Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Communication
 * Start August 2015
 * Interests in health, intercultural, interpersonal, media, and organizational communication.
 * Link to ad:
 * The deadline for applying is February 16, 2015 (snailmail only).
 * List Updates Here:
 * EEO information requested (2/27)
 * Skype interviews begun (3/9)


 * SSC says that they are still reviewing applications due to their large number and bureaucratic demands. The ad is also still published (3/13).
 * Invitations have been sent out for campus interviews (3/16).

University of Houston-Downtown (TX) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Arts & Humanities
 * Assistant Professor of Interpersonal Communication
 * Start August 2015
 * Secondary interests in Film Studies
 * Link to ad:
 * The deadline for applying is February 15, 2015
 * List Updates Here:
 * Is this tenured?  Yes, it is tenure track.

University of Houston-Downtown (TX)

 * Department of Arts & Humanities
 * Assistant Professor of Media Studies, TT
 * Secondary Interest in Critical Race Studies
 * Start August 2015
 * Link to ad: 197
 * The deadline to apply is March 1
 * List Updates Here:

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (IL) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant/Associate Professor
 * Start August 2015
 * Specialization in interpersonal health communication
 * Review of applications begins 10/1
 * Link to Ad: (posted CRTNET 8/27/14)
 * List Updates Here:
 * Rejection letters have been issued to some candidates.
 * Were there NCA interviews?  Are candidates being invited to campus? [posted 11/29]


 * I have no dog in this race, but I can tell you that someone from the department was quite candid that this search was being orchestrated for an internal candidate/spousal hire. A quick look at the instructor profiles shows there is a spouse of a current faculty member whose research profile matches the job description. These kinds of things always intrigue me. It will be interesting to see if she is the new faculty member this fall!
 * Offer made and accepted (not to a spouse of any current faculty members) (12/14)

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (IL) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Charles H. Sandage Department of Advertising
 * Appointment as full-time Instructor (with M.A. or M.S.) or Lecturer (with Ph.D.)
 * Position has teaching and some service responsibilities but no research expectations
 * Main responsibility will be to develop and teach capstone course for advertising majors
 * Start August 2015
 * Review of applications begins 1/20/15
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

University of Kansas (KS) -- POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor
 * Start August 2015
 * Looking for social/new media scholars in the area of political communication. Quantitative methods strongly preferred. Candidates will teach in their area of expertise and other classes as needed.
 * Review of applications begins October 8 and continues until filled.
 * Link to Ad: https://employment.ku.edu/academic/1697BR; Also posted on AEJMC 9-12
 * List updates here:
 * Candidates have been contacted for phone interviews. [posted 10/17]
 * On-campus interviews with the top 3 candidates are happening this week [posted 11/9]
 * Received rejection letter in email. [posted 11/12]
 * Offer made [posted 12/6]

University of Kentucky (KY) - SEARCH CLOSED WITH ONE HIRE

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant/Associate Professors of Communication
 * Start August 2015
 * Two Assistant or Associate Professors of Communication. Each position requires expertise in communication from a social scientific orientation, evidence of excellence in teaching, and research and publication credentials commensurate with departments in research extensive universities. All candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in Communication or related discipline by the start of the position assignment. Preference will be given to candidates with: 1. a research focus on interpersonal communication, social influence, and/or digital and social media, 2. training in advanced quantitative statistical methods, and/or 3. demonstrated experience or potential to secure research support from private and federal agencies (such as the National Science Foundation or the National Institutes of Health).
 * To apply, please email your (1) letter of application, (2) vitae with contact information for three references, and (3) evidence of teaching and research excellence as three separate attachments to [mailto:comhires@uky.edu comhires@uky.edu].
 * Review of applications begins October 1, 2014 and continues until the positions are filled. Upon offer of employment, successful applicants for all positions may be required to pass a national background check as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interview requested (10-17)
 * Phone interview requested (10-10)
 * Any updates?
 * Committee stated they plan to be deliberate in their evaluation of phone interviews and will be moving slowly. The search is expected to continue until the Spring.
 * The ad is still listed on the departmental website. Are they still accepting new applications (12/12)?
 * Any update on the Western Kentucky position? (12/22)
 * One of the positions has been filled. [posted 12/31]
 * Any detail about this filled position? assistant or associate? <-- assistant
 * From chair "After considering the applicant pool and the Department’s needs, the Department of Communication decided to close the Social Influence faculty search process after hiring one position." [posted 1/10] (x2)
 * There's a reason why most schools do not annouce the hire in a rejection letter, because it appears as if you're rubbing the face of the rejected in their failure to get the job. U of K managed to do that all while sending the rejection letter as a spammy looking Word attachment. Beyond my jealousy of the guy who got the job, I feel a little bad that U of K published his name this way. This was just bad all the way around.
 * ^^^I could not disagree more strongly. I thought it was nice to see a personalized letter sent in a timely manner. When managing a search with over 150 applicants incorrect information can get out or information can be posted (12/31!) before applicants have been notified. The email/letter did not have to indicate the second search was closed, but it did so. Well done UK! (x 3)
 * ^^^ Do you work for UK directly or just their PR firm? Cause they, and now you, failed spectacularly. What's personalized about "Unfortunately, we’re not going to be able to offer you a position". Applicants are supposed to be thankful they were told the second search was closed? Congrats, not only don't you get this job, but it's the only one we offered. "Here kid, enjoy your crap sandwich minus the lettuce and onion." And how do you know there were 150 applicants? Certainly wasn't in the letter.

University of Kentucky (KY) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Organizational Communication
 * Start August 2015
 * The Department of Communication at the University of Kentucky invites applications for one full-time tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor in the field of Organizational Communication beginning August 15, 2015, pending final budgetary approval. A record of or potential for extramural funding and/or advanced statistical training is desirable. A Ph.D. in communication or a related discipline, evidence of excellence in teaching, and research and publication credentials commensurate with departments in RU/VH universities is required. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester, actively engaging in research, and participating on program and student committees.
 * To apply, please email your (1) letter of application, (2) vitae with contact information for three references, and (3) evidence of teaching and research excellence as three separate attachments to [mailto:comhires@uky.edu comhires@uky.edu].
 * Review of applications begins January 23, 2015 and continues until the positions are filled.


 * Posted by UK Department of Communication; CRTNET announcement to follow
 * Link to Ad: [http:// http://comm.uky.edu/job-openings/assistant-professor-organizational-communication/]
 * List Updates Here:
 * Heard of Skype interviews taking place on 1-28
 * Can confirm that Skype interviews were conducted on 1/28.
 * Curious: Is this an internal hire or spousal hire? Just trying to figure out how they managed to review applications, discuss applicants, schedule Skype interviews, and hold Skype interviews in 2 days (4 days if you count the weekend).
 * There was a campus visit this week, not sure if it is internal or spousal related (2-4)
 * Word is that an offer was made and accepted 02/13

University of Louisiana at Monroe (LA)

 * Communication Program
 * TT Assistant Professor in Communication
 * Deadline: open until filled (posted 10/27/14)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * any updates on this one?

University of Louisville (KY) - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Management
 * Assistant Professor (Term) in Business Communication
 * Start August 2015
 * The successful candidate will be an effective and innovative teacher responsible for teaching undergraduate business communication courses, with an emphasis on writing skills (4/4 teaching load). He or she also will participate in ongoing curriculum development and assessment for the College of Business's business communication program.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin January 7, 2015, and will continue until position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Offer accepted 3/30/2015

University of Louisville (KY) - CAMPUS VISITS COMPLETED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in new media, data journalism, and/or digital communication
 * Start Fall 2015
 * The ideal candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in video/digital/content production and other areas of interest.
 * Link to ad: [1]
 * Deadline: October 1
 * List Updates Here:

University of Louisville (KY) - OFFER MADE

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in argumentation and/or persuasion
 * Start Fall 2015
 * Link to ad: [1]
 * Deadline: October 1
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interviews starting the week of 1/26
 * Any updates on this position? (2/21)
 * Campus visits have been scheduled (2/22)
 * Offer made (3/11)
 * Offer accepted? Please update.

University of Maine (ME) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication and Journalism
 * Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses in mass communication, undergraduate journalism courses including multiplatform journalism, and developing a program of scholarship.  Duties also include graduate student advising, and department, college, university and professional service.  Collaboration with faculty in the department and across disciplines and pursuit of extramural grants is encouraged.
 * Link to ad:
 * Deadline: March 1, 2015
 * List updates here:
 * Phone interview conducted on March 10 and 11. (3/13)
 * Email for scheduling campus visits went out (3/26)

University of Maine (ME) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication and Journalism
 * Assistant professor of environmental communication
 * Expertise in the area of health related to the environment is desirable but not required.
 * Link to ad: 1
 * Deadline: January 15, 2015
 * List updates here:
 * phone interviews scheduled for week of 2/16
 * Has anyone been invited for on-campus interviews?
 * Yes, on campus interviews have been scheduled for end of March and beginning of April.
 * Yes, ditto to above.

University of Maryland Baltimore County (MD) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Media and Communication Studies
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professorship beginning in August 2015
 * While we are open to all areas of media and communications research and pedagogy, particular areas of interest include media history, social science research methods in media and communication studies, as well as political dimensions of new and emerging media.
 * Deadline: Please send cover letter, writing or publication sample, sample syllabi, teaching statement, 3 letters of reference, and cv via Interfolio: . For best consideration, please apply by November 1st 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Non-Geographic/Methodologically Oriented History 2014-15
 * Any word about this one? - Email said they received close to 350 applications for this position.
 * Was the email that stated they received close to 350 applications also a rejection email? I was neither invited for a phone interview nor received a rejection email. (12/2) (x3)
 * I received a phone interview request email with the "close to 350 applications" info (x2)
 * Invited for phone interview 11/25 (x4)
 * Any updates? (1/15)
 * On campus interviews scheduled
 * Never heard back from this place--they could have at least sent an email to the other 345 of us! (2/7)x2
 * Offer made and (will be) accepted (2/18)

University of Massachusetts, Amherst (MA) - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication
 * TT Asst. Professor
 * Seeking "a performance studies scholar with strong roots in or an ability to converse with critical approaches to rhetoric (broadly conceptualized), including critical race studies, postcolonial studies and decolonizing theories, transnational feminism, queer studies, or civil rights."
 * A Ph.D. in Communication or related field is required by September 1, 2015.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: Nov. 14 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Automated reference request email (10/27). I'm assuming everyone got this, yes?
 * I also received such a request about a week after applying, but had hoped it indicated they were doing some sort of early vetting. Guess not?
 * They won't do early vetting -- Amherst has a strict rule about not looking at the applications until the due date.  Sorry!  :)
 * Since Amherst has a booth at the NCA job fair, does that mean you don't have to apply to get an interview? Can you just stop by and talk to them at the job fair and receive similar consideration as those who send in an application packet? (I'm not being sassy, I just thought it was odd that they will be at the job fair.)
 * The booth that was to be Amherst's was empty at the NCA job fair.
 * Any updates on this?
 * 11/23 Scheduled on-campus interviews for before winter break
 * I believe this position has been accepted

University of Massachusetts, Boston (MA) - POSITION FILLED

 * Communication Department
 * Department Chair (Tenured Associate or Full Professor)
 * To start January 25, 2015
 * Candidates should possess an earned PhD in Communication and a research program that intersects with our current strengths in media, interpersonal, health, or intercultural communication. Previous administrative experience at the level of chair or program director is desired. Opportunities for interdisciplinary research collaboration may exist between this position and the CLA Departments of Psychology or Sociology, McCormack Graduate School of Public Policy, and/or College of Nursing and Health Sciences, depending on areas of research expertise and interest. Department chairs are expected to teach one course per semester.
 * Review of applications begins 4/4 and continues until filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * The position has been filled. [posted 12/07]

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth (MA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of English (program in Writing, Rhetoric, and Communication)
 * Assistant Professor, tenure track, in writing for digital and new media
 * Phd in Rhetoric, Communications, or Journalism is required. The preferred candidate will have both academic and practical experience.
 * Deadline: Formal review of applications begins November 15, 2014 and continues until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015 and New Media and Digital Humanities 2015

University of Memphis (TN) - CAMPUS VISITS COMPLETE

 * Dept. of Journalism
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Specializing in Entrepreneurship and Social/Digital Media
 * The successful applicant will join the faculty in August 2015
 * Deadline: Screening will begin Oct. 15, 2014, and may continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * 10/22 Making short list of candidates; likely to schedule campus visits in early November.
 * 11/9 Candidates invited for campus visits.
 * 11/25 Visits complete

University of Memphis (TN) - POSITION FILLED

 * Dept. of Journalism
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Specializing in Visual/Multimedia Communication
 * The successful applicant will join the faculty in August 2015
 * Deadline: Screening will begin Oct. 17, 2014, and may continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad: http://www.aejmc.org/jobads/?p=9750
 * List Updates Here:
 * 10/22 Making short list of candidates; likely to schedule campus visits in early November.
 * 11/9 Candidates invited for campus visits
 * 11/25 Campus visits complete
 * Heard that someone has been hired for the postion. [posted 1/26]

University of Miami (FL) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Communication - Department of Journalism and Media Management
 * Assistant Professor, News and Media Management
 * Tenure-track professor at the assistant or associate level in the area of television and digital news production, operations and management.
 * This position is to begin in Fall 2015.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin in September 2014 and continue until the position is filled
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * ["Offer Accepted" posted in header in early Dec.]

University of Miami (FL) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * School of Communication - Department of Journalism and Media Management
 * Wolfson Chair in Communication
 * "This full-time faculty position is a non-tenure earning Professional Practice line. A graduate degree is required, as is an exceptional record of producing significant journalistic work (as evidenced by an award-winning portfolio)."
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin in September 2014, and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

University of Michigan (MI) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of American Culture and Residential College
 * Assistant Professor in Digital Studies and Social Justice
 * To start September 1, 2015
 * Seeking candidates whose work explores how the everyday practices of digital cultures reflect, reproduce, or create inequalities, whether of class, race, gender, sexuality, ethnic identity, or ability. Applicants’ research and teaching interests should center on digital technologies – i.e., social media, virtual worlds, gaming and/or mobile media – and the critical analysis of inequality in relation to these technologies. Teaching and research will encompass the social impact of new technologies as well as representations of marginalized populations on digital platforms. Candidates may also take up the challenges and opportunities for social activism offered by digital environments. Scholars who bring a background in race, ethnic, gender, disability, and/or LGBTQ studies are encouraged to apply, as are those engaged in visual culture studies, digital storytelling, or digital production.
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins October 1 and continues until filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Video interview, mid-October. [posted 10/14]
 * Did anyone receive an official rejection letter for this job yet? [Rejected received January 29].
 * I applied but did not receive any communication from them [11/4]
 * Campus visits scheduled for November and December. [posted 10/30]
 * Offer made and accepted [from American Studies Wiki, March 3]
 * Also posted at American Studies 2015, Queer/Women's/Gender Studies 2015 and Ethnic Studies 2014-2015

University of Michigan (MI) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure track/tenured position
 * This will be a university-year appointment. Expanding department emphasizes interdisciplinary study of the mass media and new, emerging media. We seek a scholar whose work focuses on sexuality and the media. Anticipated starting date is September 1, 2015.
 * The department seeks a scholar who does critical, qualitatively-based research in one or more of the following areas: LGBT representations in legacy and/or new media; gender, sexuality and the media; queer studies and/or queer identity; LGBT audiences; media debates and representations of sexual orientation and sexual attitudes; the history and evolution of LGBT invisibility, stereotyping, and visibility in the media. We seek a scholar whose research methods include historical, archival work, textual analysis, in-depth interviewing, qualitative content analysis or ethnography.
 * Deadline: For full consideration, complete applications should be submitted by September 26, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Queer/Women's/Gender Studies 2015
 * Candidates have been invited for campus visits throughout November

University of Michigan (MI) -  OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Assistant professor of political communication
 * "We seek a quantitative social scientist who studies the societal and individual effects of traditional and/or emerging media and whose methods include experiments, surveys, quantiative content analysis or other social science techniques. Ares of particular interest are the effects of media on politics and puclic policy or on political attitudes; the news media and politics; public opinion and civic engagement; the interplay between polls, politicians, and the media, new political and policy regimes resulting from digital technologies; the effects of partisan media; media priming and framing; processes leading to patterns of political communication, as well as the effects of these processes; the media and political socialization; political advertising; the effects of political communication on attitudes toward race, gender and class; media and voter behavior; and new media and political behavior."
 * Deadline: For full consideration complete applications must be submitted by December 8, 2014.
 * Link to ad: CRTNET 2014-222
 * List Updates Here:
 * Have heard from multiple sources that campus visits are being held (1/22)

University of Michigan-Flint (MI) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication and Visual Arts
 * Director of Debate, full-time lecturer position
 * The successful candidate will demonstrate an approach to debate consistent with the department’s vision for the program, including: a commitment to an accessible, pedagogically-oriented competitive program designed to offer a range of students advanced opportunities to develop their skills in argument and speech; a commitment to civic engagement, using debate as a vehicle to connect the campus to the local community; and a commitment to fostering a culture of public debate on campus. The debate coach will take on primary responsibility for administering our team, including student recruitment, practice, travel and supervision at tournaments. 
 * Candidates will contribute to one or more of the Communication Program's three emphasis areas: Speech Communication, Media Studies, Professional Communication
 * Deadline: Applications will be reviewed beginning December, 2014 and will be accepted until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Invited for a Skype Interview (12/15)
 * Invited for Campus Interview (1/16)
 * Offer Accecpted (3/16)

University of Minnesota, Duluth (MN) - POSITION FILLED

 * Assistant Professor of Interpersonal or Media Communication
 * We are searching for candidates who can reinforce and complement our current faculty and their interests in such areas as human relationships, health-related issues, interpersonal influence, social media, media effects, media criticism and critical approaches.
 * Deadline: November 1, 2014
 * Links to Ads: UMD
 * List Updates Here:
 * Invited for NCA interview (11/11)
 * Notified the position had been filled (12/24)

University of Minnesota, Morris (MN) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * Communication, Media, and Rhetoric
 * Assistant Professor or Instructor of Communication, Media, and Rhetoric; full-time, tenure-track
 * The ideal candidate is able to teach courses in: communication theory; organizational; and intercultural communication, as well as advanced courses in an area of specialty.
 * Deadline: Applications will be reviewed beginning November 14, 2014 and will be accepted until the position is filled.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Invite for campus interview (12/11)
 * Received rejection email indicating search was complete (2/12)

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (MN) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * School of Journalism and Mass Communication
 * TT Assistant Professor of Strategic Communication: Public Relations/Communication
 * Deadline: Applications will be reviewed beginning October 15, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone know when they will contact people for interviews, or if they already have? (10/24)
 * Any updates? (11/1)
 * Campus visits scheduled (11/2)

University of Missouri-Columbia (MO) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Missouri School of Journalism
 * Assistant/Associate Professor of Journalism Studies
 * Tenure-track/tenured assistant/associate professor; should be able to teach undergraduate courses such as communication law, cross-cultural journalism, or principles of American journalism, and graduate courses in media law and/or media ethics
 * This position is to begin in August, 2015.
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Two campus visits scheduled for week of 11/17.
 * Any news? (12/1)
 * An offer was made and has been accepted [posted 12/08]

University of Montreal (CAN) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Tenure-track position in Media Communication with a specialization in Digital Media
 * The appointed candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students, engage in ongoing research and publication, and contribute to the academic life and reputation of the institution. Research interests and relevant research experience in issues related to the history and contemporary transformations of digital media and digital technologies. Proficiency in the French language. The Université de Montréal is a Québec university with an international reputation. French is the language of instruction.
 * Starting Date: On or after June 1st, 2015.
 * Application Deadline: January 12, 2015.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

University of Nebraska (NE) -- PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication Studies
 * TT Asst. Professor
 * To teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health communication, courses in the general education program, and other courses relevant to the applicant’s scholarship, conduct an active program of research in health communication, and provide professional service, contributing to the department’s interdisciplinary ties and strategic research initiatives/priorities on campus.
 * Deadline: In order to ensure consideration, applications must be received by October 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * phone interview stage [posted 10/18]
 * Received rejection email today (10/28) (x3)

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (NV) - SEARCH COMPLETE

 * School of Journalism and Media Studies
 * TT Assistant Professor of New Media, Online Journalism, or Emerging Media Technologies
 * Deadline: Applications will be reviewed beginning October 15, 2014.
 * Contact Julian Kilker, Search Committee Chair, at kilker@unlv.nevada.edu for more information.
 * Link: [15252]
 * List Updates Here:
 * received request for skype interview 11/7 (x2)
 * Received rejection email today stating applicant pool has been narrowed and campus interviews to be determined soon (2/2)
 * Campus interviews occurred in December, hiring made in mid-January

University of Nevada, Reno (NV) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Reynolds School of Journalism
 * Assistant Professor, Strategic Communications
 * "Our new colleague will teach in our integrated advertising and public relations curriculum, and conduct research with the strong support of our Center for Advanced Media Studies."
 * Deadline: 09/08/2014
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Got a generic rejection email today. (9/17/2014)
 * Also got a generic rejection email (9/17/14)
 * At least one campus interview has been completed

University of Nevada, Reno (NV) - PRELIMINARY INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Reynolds School of Journalism
 * Assistant Professor, Communication Law
 * "Our new colleague will teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to media law and policy, as well as other courses depending on background and experience, and conduct research with the strong support of our Center for Advanced Media Studies."
 * Deadline: 09/08/2014
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Preliminary interviews concluded October 27.
 * Updates?

University of Nevada, Reno (NV) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Reynolds School of Journalism
 * Assistant Professor, Data Journalism
 * "Our new colleague will teach undergraduate and graduate courses at the nexus of journalism, data and computer science, and conduct research with the strong support of our Center for Advanced Media Studies."
 * Deadline: 09/08/2014
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:

University of Nevada, Reno (NV) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Reynolds School of Journalism
 * Associate/Full Professor, News or Strategic Communication
 * "Our new colleague will be tenureable, and will teach and conduct research in one of our curricular areas: news or strategic communication. Research agendas in engagement, audience analysis, and data are especially valued."
 * Deadline: 09/08/2014
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:

University of New Haven (CT) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Assistant Professor – Communication, Film & Media Studies/ Marketing
 * Full-time tenure-track position beginning Fall 2015 in Marketing Communications. *Joint appointment in the Department of Communication, Film and Media Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Marketing in the College of Business.
 * We seek candidates with successful workplace experience in Marketing Communications or related areas, as well as expertise in Marketing Communications theory and practice and teaching experience at the college level. Teaching responsibilities will include courses drawn from the following areas: Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Media Writing and Principles of Marketing.
 * Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and three letters of reference to [mailto:hrdept@newhaven.edu hrdept@newhaven.edu]. Please reference the Search #15-02F in the subject line of the email to help ensure proper delivery.
 * Deadline: Review of applications to begin February 9, 2015 and continue until the position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (NC) - OFFER MADE

 * School of Journalism and Mass Communication
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Public Relations, beginning Fall 2015.
 * Applications are due September 12, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * (9/12/14) Does anyone know when they plan to contact people for phone/skype interviews? Thanks!
 * Candidates chosen for interviews probably won't be contacted until the end of Sept/early Oct.


 * Notifications of semi-finalists went out today (9/15)
 * Really, that's fast given the deadline for applications was just 9/12!
 * On-campus interviews are underway (10/14)
 * An offer has been made....to the advisee of the chair of the search committee. 11/4.
 * Scandalous! kidding...
 * That seems unethical on multiple levels.
 * oh please people, get over it. With a program/school that size, one person is not going to be able to push through a single candidate, especially if he/she wasn't qualified. The person was probably well suited for the position, is a good fit w/ the faculty personalities, etc... Everything doesn't have to be a conspiracy.
 * I find it hard to believe that UNC would do that. That would be a clear conflict of interest and I can't see a school as prominent as UNC allowing that.
 * Yeah, I hear they made an offer to a football player who didn't even go to class.  It's OK to post total speculation here, right?

University of North Dakota, Grand Forks (ND) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Communication program
 * Assistant professor in strategic communication
 * "For the position in strategic communication, the program is seeking someone with strong theoretical and applied experience in public relations, organizational communication, relationship management, advertising, research methods in communication, and/or social media strategies. The area of the candidate’s research is open, but the successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in the topic areas listed above."
 * Deadline: Oct. 20, 2014
 * Link to ad: []
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interview scheduled next week. [posted 11/07/14]
 * Beware.

University of North Dakota, Grand Forks (ND) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Communication program
 * Assistant professor in digital technology
 * "For the position in digital technology, the program is seeking an individual with highly robust theoretical and practical grounding in Digitally Mediated Communication as it applies to journalism (e.g., mass media / journalism) and/or strategic communication. Research areas of interest may include, but are not limited to, digital strategies for reaching and empowering rural/remote constituents, advanced social media acumen, digital entrepreneurialism, mobile development, and/or coding ability. The program’s revised undergraduate curriculum includes several courses in digital technology (in both tracks), and the successful candidate will be expected to help teach those courses."
 * Deadline: Oct. 20, 2014
 * Link to ad:
 * List Updates Here:

University of Oregon (OR) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Journalism and Communication
 * Assistant or associate professor in media studies
 * Possible areas of focus: media ethics, communication law, gender media and diversity, international communication, media and society, media history.
 * Deadline: December 15, 2014
 * Link to ad: 5084
 * List updates here:
 * Anyone know if the committee has met yet? (1/23)
 * Yes, there is now a short list (1/23)
 * Can you please clarify if the short list has been contacted? (1/23)
 * Skype interview scheduled for the last week of January (1/23) x2
 * Received a rejection note stating that campus interviews are to be held soon (2/2) x3
 * Were you a skype finalist and then got a rejection note?
 * ^ Uh, no. :-/
 * Campus interviews set already?
 * Updates?
 * Campus interview is set (2/6)
 * Does anyone know anything about the journalism job? I know they did Skype interviews, but that's it.
 * Journalism position filled (3/16)
 * Anyone know if the communication law/international communication position was filled?

University of Oregon (OR) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Journalism and Communication
 * Assistant or associate professor in public relations
 * Deadline: December 15, 2014
 * Link to ad: http://jobs.uoregon.edu/unclassified.php?id=4942
 * List updates here:
 * Anyone know if the committee has met yet? (1/6)
 * phone interview (1/21)

University of Ottawa (CAN) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant professor
 * International Communication and Digital Media
 * The candidate will be expected to implement a research program in International Communication and Digital Media that will lead to scholarly publications and which has the potential of attracting graduate students and external funding, to supervise graduate students writing theses or research papers, and to participate in the administrative duties of the department. Preference will be given to candidates doing quantitative research. Active knowledge of French and English is required.
 * Review of applications begins Dec. 15, 2014
 * Link to ad: []
 * List updates here:
 * rejection emails received (03/20)

University of Ottawa (CAN) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant professor
 * Public relations
 * The candidate will be expected to implement a research program in Public Relations applied to governmental and/or international organizations that will lead to scholarly publications and which has the potential of attracting graduate students and external funding, to supervise graduate students writing theses or research papers, and to participate in the administrative duties of the department. Preference will be given to candidates doing quantitative research. An active knowledge of French and English is required.
 * Review of applications begins Dec. 15, 2014
 * Link to ad: []
 * List updates here:

University of Pennsylvania (PA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Annenberg School for Communication
 * tenure track assistant professor in the area of digital culture, to begin fall semester 2015
 * "Applicants’ research and teaching should contribute to grounded theories of the relationship between digital media and ongoing cultural and socio-political transformations, using field or interpretive methods and/or critical perspectives to do so. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Communication or related fields by the start of appointment."
 * To be considered applications must be postmarked no later than October 3, 2014.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List updates here:
 * Is this the same job they posted last year?
 * I think the position advertised last year was open rank (rather than asst. level)
 * Does anyone know if they actually hired someone last year (2013-14)? [7/3]
 * No hire was made last year for this position.
 * I wonder if it's worth applying again, if we applied last year. Any ideas?
 * This isn't true. I know personally, the individual they hired for the digital media TT position. They hired at the assistant level. It does seem strange that they've put out another call for similar position.
 * The hire last year was a quantiative scholar. My impression is that Annenberg is looking for a critical cultural studies scholar, maybe with an interest in teaching qualitative methods.


 * Has there been any contact with candidates? (10/28)
 * Campus invites sent out (10*29)
 * Official rejection sent via email (11/4) (x4)
 * did anyone else apply and not get an interview invite OR an emailed rejection? (11/7) (x3)
 * Received a physical letter and very collegial handwritten note indicating rejection (11/13) (x2)


 * Offer accepted (1.8)

University of Pittsburgh (PA) -- POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Public Deliberation, Civic Life and Director of Debate, entry level tenure-stream.
 * Applicants should be pursuing a research program in public deliberation and civic life that contributes to one or more of the departmental strengths in Public Address and Argument; Media and Culture; Rhetoric of Science; and History, Theory and Criticism of Rhetoric.
 * Deadline: In order to receive full consideration, applications must be received by October 1, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * If anyone advances to interviews, it'd be a good idea to ask about recent tenure decisions.  (10/11).  Two assistant professors withdrew from the tenure stream this year (12/10).
 * Anyone hear anything on this yet?
 * Invitation for Skype Interviews 10/27
 * They are hoping to finalize the hire before the end of the fall semester.
 * Friend posted on Facebook today that he accepted this position. (1/31)

University of Pittsburgh (PA) - OFFERS MADE

 * Department of Communication
 * Assistant Professor of Social Politics and Communication Technology, entry level tenure stream.
 * The ideal candidate will pursue the study of social politics and historical or contemporary communication technologies in ways that open possibilities for deliberation, decision-making and change in moments of contingency. We seek candidates who can collaborate in remembering and re-inventing the traditions of rhetoric and communication inquiry during this period of dramatic transformations of human communication.
 * Deadline: In order to receive full consideration, applications must be received by November 1, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Email with personalized PDF letter acknowledging receipt of materials (11/3)
 * NCA/ Skype Interview scheduled (11/14) x4
 * Campus interviews scheduled for late January (12/10).
 * If anyone advances to interviews, it'd be a good idea to ask about recent tenure decisions.  (10/11). Two assistant professors withdrew from the tenure stream this year (12/10).
 * Heard it was offered to a friend-of-a-friend who has other 3 offers. Hopefully she doesn't take too long to make up her mind :/ (3/6)
 * First offer declined and second offer was made and declined (3/23)

University of Puget Sound (WA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Visiting Assistant Professor in Relational, Interpersonal, and Qualitative Methods
 * beginning August 2015.
 * Link to Ad: Here
 * Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin March 4, 2015, and will continue until position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interview request (3/10)
 * Any updates? (3/26)
 * My colleague was invited for a campus interview. (3/20)

University of San Diego (CA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
 * Health Communication
 * Candidates must have a strong background in the field of health communication. We interpret health communication broadly and welcome candidates who have a secondary interest within the context of (but not limited to) interpersonal communication, aging, cultural and organizational practices, technology and media, risk communication, and health campaigns. The ideal candidate will be able to apply communication theory to health practices and enable the application of human and mediated communication to health care and health promotion.
 * Starting date is Fall 2015
 * Application deadline is October 31, 2014. Initial interviews will be conducted at NCA Chicago, November 20-23, 2014.
 * Links to ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:
 * Posting has been deleted from HigherEd Jobs 7/17/2014 but is still posted at University website:
 * Invitations for NCA interviews have been extended. 11/16/14
 * Any news?
 * There is only the sound of crickets chirping...12/10/14
 * It's winter. The crickets are dead. 12/10/14
 * Heard from a faculty member in the department that they are in the midst of campus interviews. 12/14/14
 * Offer extended and accepted 12/28
 * Any details on this hire-- New PhD grad? Current Asst. Prof? Internal hire?

University of Scranton (PA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track position is in the area of public relations, advertising, or a related field for the major in Strategic Communication.
 * LINK to Ad:
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.
 * List Updates Here:

University of South Alabama (AL) -- DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-track position in digital journalism at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, starting Aug. 15, 2015.
 * Deadline: For full consideration, applicants should have application materials to the Department by September 30, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

University of South Carolina (SC) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * School of Journalism and Mass Communication
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Public Relations
 * Deadline: Sept 15
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List updates here:
 * Any update on when they will contact people for interviews? (9/19)
 * I received an email on Friday asking to fill out an EEO form, not sure exactly what this means as far as the interview process? (9/26)
 * Received an email stating that they've narrowed down to finalists. (10/1)
 * As in, you are a finalist and they emailed you or they let you know that you were not selected? I didn't get an email today which is why I'm curious. Thanks!
 * Any updates on where they are at with the search? I have a colleague who hasn't heard anything which is contrary to some of this info.
 * Apart from a request to fill out that EEO form, I haven't heard anything from them either.
 * I got a rejection letter from them today, sent via postal mail. As far as rejection letters go, this is the most sensitively-written one I've ever seen :)

University of South Carolina (SC) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of English Language and Literature & Film and Media Studies Program
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professorship in Television and Emerging Screen Studies
 * The successful candidate might specialize in television of the “network era” or in the transformation of production, programming, and distribution in the “broadband” era. She/he might, for example, study mainstream commercial forms, or uses of television and its successor technologies for community activism, video-art installations, gaming, and/or personal video productions.
 * Deadline: Application materials must be received no later than Oct. 20, 2014
 * Link to ad: here
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Film Studies 2014-2015 and New Media and Digital Humanities 2015
 * Received request for additional materials (Nov 17, 2015)
 * Skype interviews 12/8
 * Reject form letter via snail mail 12/24. Happy Holidays to you too.

University of South Carolina (SC) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * School of Journalism and Mass Communications
 * Tenure-track position in broadcast journalism to join the faculty in August 2015. The position is open rank and available for professional or academic track.
 * We are looking for a candidate with the ability and willingness to teach entry level broadcasting courses that focus on videography, editing, writing for the eye and ear as well as story construction. The ideal candidate will be able to teach students general assignment reporting skills, including interviewing and on-air delivery techniques and how to structure, write and build a television newscast. Expertise and experience in shooting and editing video is required.
 * Deadline: The search committee’s review of applications will begin September 15th and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

University of South Carolina (SC) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * School of Journalism and Mass Communications
 * Tenure-track assistant or associate professor in multiplatform journalism
 * Begins August 2015
 * "The ideal candidate will be well versed in the theories, concepts and techniques of multiplatform journalism and interactive storytelling. We are looking for a candidate with a professional background in web-based journalism who will teach courses in that area and who has the skills and interest to also teach some broadcast journalism courses in our award-winning undergraduate program. Expertise and experience in digital journalism and visual storytelling, including story development, new narrative forms, new workflows and transmedia production techniques — especially in mobile journalism – will be a plus."
 * Deadline: The search committee’s review of applications will begin October 15 and continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Received rejection letter via snail mail (11/17)
 * Offer made and accepted (1/4)

University of South Carolina Sumter (SC) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor or Instructor of Speech Communication
 * Begins August 2015
 * "Emphasizing small class sizes, close faculty-student interactions, and highest quality student advising, the University of South Carolina Sumter is looking for the next faculty leader to grow the Speech/Communication program. Applications are invited for a full-time, tenure-track position to begin August, 2015. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and the ability to maintain a healthy level of professional activity in scholarship and service are required. The primary responsibility is to instruct several sections of Public Communication, a freshman-level introduction to public speaking and the principles and criticism of oral public communication, as well as occasional lower- and upper-division courses in communication as needed. USC Sumter is now part of USC's Palmetto College (http://www.sc.edu/palmettocollege/), and a commitment to multiple forms of course delivery and learning, such as two-way video delivery (videoconferencing) and online learning (Blackboard or similar course management system) is essential. The teaching load is twelve credit hours per semester. Student advising and participation on campus committees are expected. Review of credentials will begin December 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled."
 * Deadline: December 1, 2014
 * Link to Ad: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1416257227078
 * List Updates Here:
 * Request for background check authorization
 * Skype interview request (1/30)
 * Campus interview invite (2/9)

University of South Carolina Upstate (SC) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Tenure-track assistant professor of communication studies
 * Begins August 2015
 * "We are seeking a faculty member who has a strong background in critical communication pedagogy and would serve as the Basic Course Director for our Public Speaking course. Other teaching and research interests should be compatible with the departmental course offerings. The person hired will teach the large lecture sections and recitation sections of our public speaking course and provide ongoing supervision and assessment of the recitation sections. Responsibilities include ensuring that instructional objectives are met across course sections and the possible development of a speech lab that supports our public speaking course. This hire will also teach one additional course per semester. A demonstrated committment to student-centered learning and evidence of excellence in teaching is required. "
 * Deadline: November 1
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interview request (11/13) x2
 * Campus interview request (1/13)
 * Offer made and accepted

University of Southern California (CA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
 * Tenure track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the area of diversity and digital media
 * "We seek faculty who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and service. We are especially interested in work at the intersection of communication theory, digital media and issues of difference. We seek candidates who are interested in a broad array of topics in the area, including barriers to adoption of digital technologies by underrepresented groups; media diversity and public policy; representation of women and minorities in the media; social networking and political mobilization; assistive and adaptive technologies for persons with disabilities; and diverse voices in user-generated content. Candidates should have competencies in robust qualitative and/or quantitative techniques for examining data from media sources across multiple platforms. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with the new Institute for Diversity and Empowerment at Annenberg (IDEA). IDEA will examine diversity in media, illuminating the complexities of inclusion and multiculturalism with the goal of making positive, long-lasting change to facilitate civic engagement and foster partnerships between the School of Communication and other organizations."
 * Deadline: January 5
 * Link to ad:
 * List updates here:
 * Any news?
 * Campus visits scheduled during February and March (2/15)

University of Southern Indiana (IN) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communications
 * Tenure-track assistant professor of Communication Studies position to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in health or organizational communication beginning Fall 2015.
 * Deadline: open until filled (posted 11/07/14)
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interview (12/15)
 * Campus visit scheduled for early February (1/15)

University of St. Thomas (MN) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Communication and Journalism
 * Tenure-track assistant professor in the area of visual communication and visual storytelling.
 * Deadline: Screening of applicants will begin October 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * List Updates Here:

University of Tampa (FL) - OFFERS ACCEPTED

 * Communication Dept.
 * 2 tenure-track assistant professor positions in Communication, primarily to serve the Advertising and Public Relations (ADPR) major, with an emphasis in advertising, strategic transmedia, and social media, to begin August 2015.
 * Deadline: Applications submitted by November 1st will be given first priority but the search will remain open until filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus visits happening in November; there remains a strong possibility of more campus visits being scheduled so get your application in ASAP. [posted Nov. 10]
 * Offers made and accepted. [posted Dec. 6]

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (TN) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * College of Communication and Information
 * Director, School of Advertising and Public Relations
 * "A Ph.D. is required for this 12-month position. The successful applicant will hold the rank of Full Professor or meet the University of Tennessee’s criteria for Full Professor upon hire and will be eligible for tenure upon hire."
 * Review of applicants will begin September 22, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates?
 * Heard from a friend at UT that an offer was extended and accepted. They also ended up hiring the spouse of the candidate that got the job.

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (TN) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * The School of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor (tenure-track position) in organizational communication
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 1, 2014 and will continue until position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Does anyone know their schedule for reviewing apps/interview invitations? (10/7)
 * Any updates? (10/14)
 * Apparently finalists have been chosen but not yet notified- waiting on paperwork to be approved [11/13]
 * I am confused by the new status. Does this mean the 11/13 post was inaccurate and the review/paperwork was not completed? [12/16] x2
 * No, the finalists have been chosen and are waiting to be notified when UT is back after winter break. Finalists will be notified some time in January. This is the same search last year that was "postponed" so there may be a bigger issue holding things up here... (12/29)
 * Invite for campus interview (01/09)
 * Heard from a friend that campus interviews have happened. Haven't heard if the job was offered to anyone.
 * Offer extended and accepted [3/5]

University of Texas at Austin (TX) - OFFER MADE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor (TT) in Organizational Communication and Technology
 * Deadline: Review will begin immediately (job posted in late August)
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List updates here:
 * Does anyone know the status of this search? (9/19)
 * A job offer has been made [posted 10/1]

University of Texas at Dallas (TX) - SKYPE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Emerging Media and Communication
 * Open Rank (one or more tenure-track positions)
 * "All aspects of and approaches to new media and communication are of interest: media, literary, and visual culture studies; the impact of the Internet on culture; the legal, economic, or technical dimensions of new media and emerging communication; global media and technology; and internal and external communications. Creative, scholarly, and hybrid approaches are welcome."
 * Deadline: Review will begin March 16, 2015 (note that application deadline has been extended). NEW DEADLINE: Review of applications begins March 22, 2015 with a desired starting date of appointment being August 1, 2015, per MLA JIL 03/18/15
 * Links to ads: HERE;
 * List updates here:
 * Skype interviews are being scheduled

University of Texas at San Antonio (TX) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * Open rank (tenure-track) in Interpersonal and Applied Health Communication
 * Deadline: Review began immediately as of 9/10
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates? Search Chair said last month that they would be compiling their short list soon (11/9)
 * Just received a link for the EEO information (again), so something's happening (11/13)
 * Any updates? (12/1)
 * Has anyone heard anything yet? (12/12)
 * They started contacting people for phone interviews that will be conducted in January (12/17)
 * Received generic rejection letter via USPS (1/6/15)
 * Has anyone heard anything else? (2/13)
 * Offer extended and accepted.

University of Toronto Mississauga (CAN) - REFERENCES REQUESTED

 * Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology (ICCIT)
 * Associate Professor - Media Theory
 * "We seek scholars from a wide range of analytical approaches to media theory, including communication studies, information studies, science and technology studies, cultural studies, queer/feminist theory, political economy, political science, and policy studies."
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: Oct 17, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Queer/Women's/Gender Studies 2015 and New Media and Digital Humanities 2015
 * Nov. 6: Emails requesting letters of reference for Nov. 17 sent
 * Anyone have any more information? It's been a month since references were requested, and I haven't heard from mine that they were contacted.
 * I'm wondering about this one as well. Any news out there?
 * Received an email thanking me for applying. but will not proceed further with mine.  So I guess they have their shortlist now.

University of Toronto Mississauga (CAN) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology (ICCIT)
 * TT Assistant Professor - Culture and New Media
 * "We seek a candidate to build on the strengths of the Institute through research that examines the intersection of culture and new media in relation to the social, political, and economic dimensions of life in both Canada and abroad. We are particularly interested in individuals doing work in areas like digital culture, surveillance studies, and globalization."
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: November 21, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at Queer/Women's/Gender Studies 2015 and New Media and Digital Humanities 2015
 * any word on if a long list has been created? a short list? any list?
 * don't think there will be a long list. last year they went right to campus interviews.
 * Rumor is that they had 250+ applications
 * Still no movement? (1/20/2015)
 * Received invitation to interview on campus (1/20/2015)
 * Received rejection email (without requests/interview) (1/26/2015)

University of Virginia (VA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Media Studies who specializes in social media and mobile technologies, appointment beginning August 25, 2015.
 * College of Arts and Sciences
 * "The successful candidate must have a PhD (or be ABD with expected completion of June 2015), evidence of innovative and effective teaching, and excellent research promise in the field of media studies. We are searching for a scholar who specializes in social media and mobile technologies. We particularly welcome candidates with a focus on one or more of the following: infrastructures, mobilities, and non-North American perspectives. Candidates should be well versed in theories of technology, globalization, and new media so as to complement current departmental strengths in global media, technology, and policy."
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: November 1, 2014
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates? (11/23)
 * Email notification of shortlist/request for letters and writing sample (11/25 x3)
 * Any news on this one?
 * Request for Skype interview sent to 6 candidates. Interviews week of January 26. (1/21)
 * Saw on social media someone accepted

University of Washington (WA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Communication with a focus on Communication and Difference
 * College of Arts and Sciences
 * The Department of Communication includes several faculty who are involved in research, teaching, and service related to communication and difference, and we seek a colleague who will complement these faculty. Candidates may focus on race, gender, class, religion, disability, economic difference, sexuality, age, and culture, or other sources of difference; we are particularly interested in work that speaks to the intersectionality of some of these. We encourage applicants from all epistemological traditions, including social scientific, critical/cultural, and rhetoric. Candidates should have interests in at least two of our departmental areas of conceptual emphasis (for these please see our website: com.washington.edu). As such, we expect that applicants will differ from one another in the communicative contexts they tend to study. Experience mentoring underrepresented students is highly valued for this position.
 * For more details, please click here.
 * Search Committee Chair is Dr. Valerie Manusov ([mailto:manusov@uw.edu manusov@uw.edu]).
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 15, 2014.
 * List updates here:
 * Rumormilll says there were 200-300 applications submitted for this position.
 * Phone interviews starting Oct 28
 * Received a very informative rejection email.  293 applicants.  282 rejections. x3 (10-29)  Good luck to the 11 on the longlist!
 * Also received the very informative rejection email. Good luck to the shortlisted candidates!
 * When did you get the rejection email? I didn't get one, and also haven't heard from them.
 * I got the rejection email on Oct. 29.  Maybe check your Spam?
 * Those invited to/for campus visits are to be notified by November 7
 * Campus interviews invitations have been extended. Nov. 6
 * Offer has been made. Not sure if it was accepted. 12/14/14
 * Offer accepted (12/22)

University of Washington Tacoma (WA) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS)
 * Assistant Professor of Communication Law Policy
 * "The successful candidate will be an intellectually expansive scholar whose research and teaching address issues related to communication law and policy from a critical framework. An interest in community media or media activism is a plus. The ability to teach professional skills courses in broadcast, web or print also will be seen as beneficial."
 * Links to Ads: ;
 * Deadline: Screening of applicants will begin November 1, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled
 * List Updates Here:
 * Request for Phone Interview 11/17
 * Any further information? Have campus visits been scheduled?
 * I heard campus visits already scheduled
 * I heard otherwise just yesterday
 * Campus visits have been scheduled
 * Any news?

University of West Georgia (GA) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Mass Communications
 * Multiple Positions: "two full-time, tenure-track positions Assistant Professor of Film & Video Production and Assistant Professor of Public Relations, and two full-time lecturer positions Convergence Journalism and Communication, to begin August 1, 2015"
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin October 10, 2014 and continue until positions are filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * [Notice of phone interviews posted 10/31]
 * Any further news on where the search is? Were references called?

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire (WI) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication and Journalism
 * TT Asst. Professor
 * Mass or Strategic Communication
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by November 1, 2014.
 * List updates here:

University of Wisconsin-Madison (WI) -- CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Science Communication
 * Department of Life Sciences Communication, College of Agricultural & Life Sciences (CALS)
 * The successful candidate will have an outstanding research record in science communication, ideally using as contexts of inquiry one or more of CALS key strategic areas (health, food, bioenergy, climate change, community development, ecosystems). The candidate will teach cutting-edge courses in science communication in one of the college’s fastest-growing undergraduate majors. The candidate will also advise Masters and Ph.D. students and teach graduate level courses in their area of expertise in LSC’s M.S. programs and in our Ph.D. program (jointly administered with UW’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication), one of the most highly-ranked graduate programs in communication internationally. Ability to work in interdisciplinary settings and willingness to work with units across CALS will make this new colleague a perfect addition to our faculty.
 * For more details, please click here.
 * Deadline: Application must be received by: OCTOBER 01, 2014
 * List updates here:
 * some campus interviews have been done [posted 11/11]
 * I applied but never received any rejection letter [posted 11/22]
 * Does anyone have an update on this? [2/28]
 * Heard a rumor that the search may be frozen due to expected budget cuts. TIFWIW. [2/28]
 * Received formal rejection letter noting that I had not been selected for the final round of interviews (odd wording as this was the first contact I had received since submitting application materials in September [3/23]

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (WI) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Journalism Department
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
 * Strategic Communications: "Responsibilities include teaching Principles of Advertising; Advertising Copy, Layout and Production; Strategic Campaigns in Advertising; Advertising Media; Research in Strategic Communication; and advising majors. Preference given to candidates with doctorate in a communications area or relevant field. Consideration given to those with master’s degree in area of design, such as an MFA. Professional experience in strategy, creative development and execution of strategic communication, particularly related to advertising, desired. Ability to teach outside advertising sequence, including courses such as Introduction to Journalism and Mass Communication and Visual Media Design, and to participate in development of new courses using interactive technology highly desirable."
 * Starting date is 9/1/2015.
 * Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. (Posted on June 19, 2014)
 * Link to Ad: []
 * List Updates Here:
 * Informal interviews to be conducted at AEJMC.
 * All phone interviews should have been completed over last few weeks. On-campus interviews likely to happen in November.
 * Some of the on-campus interviews have been scheduled for November.

University of Wisconsin-Stout (WI)

 * TT Assistant Professor - Professional Communication, Digital Journalism/Humanities/Rhetorics
 * Department of English and Philosophy
 * For a more detailed description of the position, please see our website: http://www.uwstout.edu/english.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: November 16, 2014.
 * List Updates Here:
 * Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2015 and Rhetoric/Composition 2015
 * Received rejection email informing me I'm not "under further consideration." (3/2)

University of Wisconsin-Superior (WI) - PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communicating Arts
 * Assistant Professor of Media Studies, tenure-track
 * Deadline: Review of completed applications will commence on January 5, 2015 and continue until position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interviews happened 2/12-13, has anyone heard about on campus interview requests?

Utah State University (UT) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Interpersonal or Organizational
 * Department of Languages, Philosophy, & Communication Studies
 * Deadline: Oct 17th for full consideration
 * "Candidates should have a Doctorate in a Communication related field completed by August 14, 2015. Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to conduct scholarly research and teach a variety of courses. Candidates must be willing to mentor undergraduate students and will also need to pass a background check, per university policy. Other qualifications include: specialization in organizational communication or interpersonal communication; Potential secondary areas of interest include work on collaboration, intercultural communication, deliberation, or group communication; and be able to compliment, enrich and extend the current strengths of the department. Typical teaching load is 2/2."
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any news on this position? Interviews scheduled? (11/10)
 * They did phone interviews a week or so ago. (11/10)
 * Campus interviews scheduled for December (11/11)
 * Offer extended and accepted. Papers signed. (12/17) x2 (12/18)

Vanderbilt University (TN) - ADDITIONAL MATERIALS REQUESTED

 * Curb Center for Art, Enterprise, and Public Policy
 * Tenured or tenure-track faculty member (rank and field open) for the position of Associate Director
 * "We seek candidates with expertise in arts and media policy who are engaged in research that illuminates the challenges and opportunities that emerge from creative enterprises. Experience in putting academic research into practice and working with government agencies, foundations, think tanks, and industry leaders is desirable. We are especially interested in candidates who work on music, film, entertainment, or new media."
 * Deadline: The search committee will begin screening candidates on October 20, 2014, but applications will be considered until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * Nov. 24: Any news?
 * Request for additional materials: 12/9 x2
 * Feb 10 - did anyone hear? They said they would let people know of the next step by mid January which has come and gone. I assume that means those of us who haven't heard are out of the running but just checking to be sure

Vanderbilt University (TN) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Associate or Full Professor of RHETORIC/CRITICAL MEDIA STUDIES
 * "The Department of Communication Studies at Vanderbilt University seeks to appoint a scholar at the rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure, beginning Fall 2015. The successful candidate should possess a visible scholarly profile in one or more subspecialty areas including, but not limited to, Rhetorical Theory and Criticism, Media and Visual Culture, Politics and Public Deliberation, Critical/Cultural Studies, and Rhetoric of Science and Technology. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Communication Studies or a related field, a scholarly record appropriate to a tenured appointment at a research-intensive Top 20 university, and demonstrated excellence in teaching.
 * Screening of applicants will begin on September 15, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send a letter of application and curriculum vitae that includes contact information for three references. Submit materials as PDFs to Bonnie J. Dow, Chair, Department of Communication Studies, .
 * List Updates Here:
 * Don't know if it's for this position, but a friend just posted on facebook that he and his partner are both joining the faculty at Vanderbilt in the fall. Both are rhetoricians/critical studies scholars. Just thought I'd share in case others are wondering what might be happening with these positions. (2/2)

Virginia Commonwealth University (VA) -- PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture
 * Tenure-track faculty position in multimedia journalism at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor.
 * Deadline: For full consideration, application must be completed by September 15, 2014; position remains open until filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Phone interviews underway 10/14

Virginia Tech (VA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication
 * TT Assistant Professor of Public Relations
 * Deadline: Oct 20, 2014
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List updates here:
 * Contacted for Skype interview (10/22)
 * On campus interviews have been completed (11/19)
 * A job offer has been made and accepted

Vrije Universiteit (VU) Amsterdam (NL) -- DEADLINE PASSED

 * Communication Science Department
 * 2 Assistant professors (UD) in Marketing and/or Corporate Communication
 * One-year probationary contract, three year extension possible (typical for NL)
 * International applicants welcome, teaching in English, willingness to learn Dutch required
 * Deadline: September 18, 2014, Start date December 1, 2014
 * Link to ad: here
 * List Updates Here:

Wake Forest University (NC) -- INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication
 * Communication Technology and/or Health Communicatoin
 * Deadline: December 1, 2014
 * Link to ad: Here
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any update (12/15)?
 * Received a formal rejection email today saying they had picked finalists (12/15) x2
 * Heard this week that interviews were extended; not sure if phone or on-campus (12/19)

Washington and Lee University (VA) -- OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Journalism and Mass Communications
 * Assistant Professor
 * To start July 2015.
 * "We seek a versatile faculty member to teach introductory to advanced journalism as well as general communication survey and seminar courses. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D., experience in professional journalism and university teaching, and digital media savvy."
 * Formal review of applications will begin in September.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Skype interviews scheduled. [10/22]
 * Campus interviews underway. [11/4]
 * Offer made and accepted. [12/10]

Wayne State College (NE) -- ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

 * Department of Communication Arts
 * Assistant Professor, Speech Communication and Public Relations
 * Tenure Track
 * To start August 2015
 * Review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad: http://www.wsc.edu/hr/jp.php?type=3
 * List Updates Here:
 * We are currently looking for a PhD or ABD to teach Public Relations, Interpersonal Communication, and Small Group Communication. We will choose the best candidate from either of these concentrations.

Weber State University (UT) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW STAGE

 * Department of Communication
 * Assitant Professor (Tenure Track) with PhD, can be hired at Instructor with ABD
 * To start August 2015
 * "The Department of Communication at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor of Communication Studies/Basic Course Coordinator who will begin in Fall Semester 2015"
 * Formal review of Applications to begin December 11, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Contacted for Skype interview (1/23)
 * Skype interviews continuing 3/16
 * Campus interviews in April

West Chester University (PA) - OFFER ACCEPTED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * TT Asst. Professor
 * Teaching Public Speaking and/or Business and Professional Communication and Secondary Area (communication theory, group communication, media, rhetoric, rhetorical theory and criticism, interpersonal communication, persuasion, or research methods).
 * Deadline: Review is ongoing and search committee will meet with candidates at NCA
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Has anyone heard anything about interviews at NCA?
 * not a peep. 11/10
 * NCA interview request 11.14
 * Campus Visit Requested (1/10)
 * Campus Visits Completed (2/4)
 * Offer Made (2/16) and Accepted (2/17)

West Chester University (PA)  - OFFER MADE

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * TT Asst. Professor
 * "We are seeking candidates who have the ability to teach courses and conduct research in one or more of the following areas: communication technology, social media, and/or digital culture. Candidates with professional experience are particularly encouraged to apply."
 * Deadline: Review of applications begins in late November and will continue until filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Any updates? (1/28)
 * I heard campus visits are scheduled. Anyone else? (1/31)
 * Received email that offer was extended. (3/2) x2
 * Were you one of the ones brought on campus for an interview?

West Chester University (PA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Dept. of Communication Studies
 * TT Asst. Professor of Digital Jounalism
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin in Nov. 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

West Chester University (PA) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Dept. of English
 * TT Asst. Professor of Digital Jounalism
 * Deadline: Review of applications will begin in Nov. 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

West Virginia University (WV) - CAMPUS VISIT STAGE

 * The Reed College of Media (formerly P. I. Reed School of Journalism)
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor position in strategic communications
 * Review of applications will begin September 15 and continue until a successful candidate is identified.
 * Link to Ad: http://www.aejmc.org/jobads/?p=9454
 * List Updates Here:
 * Campus interviews scheduled for late October

West Virginia University (WV) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * The Reed College of Media (formerly P. I. Reed School of Journalism)
 * The Harrison/Omnicom Endowed Professorship in Integrated Marketing Communications is a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
 * Applications received by October 31 will receive first consideration; however, application reviews will continue until the position is filled.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Update Here:

West Virginia University (WV) - DEADLINE PASSED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Assistant Professor of Health Communication
 * Applications due 11/1/14
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Update Here:
 * Is this job still open? It looked like it was taken down awhile ago (11/21)


 * Received request for self-identification form (11/25) -- also received this form and the email said they hope to make a decision around the second week of December on who to bring in for campus interviews.
 * Does anyone know if they conducted phone interviews? Or just straight to campus . . . ?
 * Get the sense that it's straight to campus interviews but don't know for sure
 * Any news? (12/18) (1/07) (1/27)

Western Carolina University (NC)

 * Department of Communication
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Television Broadcasting
 * Applications with Ph.D. and professional experience in television preferred. ABDs with significant professional experience will be considered. Applicants with expertise in Internet, journalism, sports video production, social media, and new technology are highly desirable. Degree must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
 * Applications due: Open Until Filled
 * Link to Ad: See University Website
 * List Updates Here:

Western Connecticut State University (CT) - REVIEW UNDERWAY

 * Department of Writing, Linguistics, and Creative Process
 * Tenure-track assistant professorship in Journalism
 * Deadline: For best review, applications should be received by November 14, 2014.
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:

Western Oregon University (OR) - POSITION FILLED

 * Department of Communication Studies
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor, Generalist
 * Deadline: October 1
 * List updates here:
 * Does anyone know the status of this search? (11/9)
 * Phone interview scheduled (11/12)
 * Campus interview scheduled (11/19)
 * Received email that position was filled (1/30)

Wheaton College (IL) - SEARCH CLOSED

 * Department of Communication
 * TT Assistant Professor in Communication
 * Focus on social media, computer-mediated communication, mobile devices, long-distance interpersonal realtionships, social network analysis, or virtual communities
 * Deadline: Oct 1 2014
 * Link to ad: HERE
 * List updates here:
 * Does anyone know the status of this search? (10/8)
 * I have been waiting outside the communication building for a few days now, but have not seen any smoke come out of the window to signal they have made a decision (11/9)
 * They requested NCA interviews with short-listed candidates (11/19)
 * Any update?
 * For the 3rd year in a row, Wheaton has put the same call out, and not selected any candidates for on campus interviews. Apparently, none of their finalists the past 3 years have been exactly the "right fit." The search will resume in Fall 2015. (12/23)
 * With all do respect, this is a miserable place to work irrespective of salary. The values projected by Wheaton College are full of bigotry and hate towards others. I know many people who are very qualified who will not apply to Wheaton College because they represent exclusion and intolerance. They have no tolerance for opposing views. The faculty live in perpetual fear of othes ratting on them if they mention they are, God forbid, pro-choice or pro gay marriage or that evolution exists. The faith document they make you sign is criminal for an academic to sign. Just imagine for a moment as to how miserable this place must be if they cannot find a single qualified person to work at a liberal arts college in a suburb of Chicago in an oversaturated job market.
 * you mean "pro-choice" right?
 * Sorry, yeah, pro-choice. Honestly, if you watch the news in this country (USA), you would think that abortion is illegal.

Wheeling Jesuit University (WV)

 * TT Assistant Professor of Communications
 * Teach a broad range of classes in Professional Communication, Communication Studies, and Composition.
 * Must have Ph.D. in hand by Fall 2015 semester
 * Link to Ad:
 * Deadline: 27 Feb 2015
 * List Updates Here:

Whitman College (WA) - SEARCH CANCELED

 * Department of Rhetoric Studies
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Rhetoric and Argumentation
 * Deadline: September 15, 2014 Jan. 15 2015
 * Links to ads: ; NCA online career center
 * List updates here:
 * Also posted at Rhetoric/Composition 2015
 * Received an email saying the deadline (and the search) has been extended to January 15, 2015. (9/12)
 * New Deadline (Jan. 15) posted in Chronicle ad (9/14):
 * Received email announcing cancellation of the search. (1/7)

Whitworth University (WA) - OFFER MADE

 * Communication Studies Department
 * Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Journalism
 * Statement of Faith required: LINK
 * Deadline: Application review will begin September 15, 2014
 * Link to ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * some phone interviews completed (as of 10-13-14); second-round interviews to begin later this month


 * update: committee chair (James McPherson) said that second-round interviews have been delayed
 * update: got a very kind rejection call from McPherson, who said they offered the job to another candidate

Willamette University (OR) - POSITION FILLED

 * Civic Communication and Media Department
 * Tenure track faculty position in rhetorical studies at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor starting August 2015
 * Deadline: The position is open until filled, with initial screening beginning on September 22, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * Contacted for Skype interview (10/3)
 * 11/14: recieved formal rejection by email, announcing new hire--- was the name given of this new hire? Curious who got this nice gig.

Xavier University (OH) - OFFER EXTENDED

 * Communication Arts Department
 * Tenure-track Assistant Professor in digital media beginning fall 2015
 * The primary responsibilities of the position are creating and teaching undergraduate courses in digital media and collaborating with faculty colleagues on integration of digital media into communication studies, public relations and advertising. The ability to teach courses in multi-platform media, social media, web design, and/or visual communication is desirable.
 * Deadline: Oct. 10, 2014
 * Link to Ad:
 * List Updates Here:
 * PHONE INTERVIEW STAGE [posted 10/31]
 * Heard that an offer was extended but not sure if accepted yet (11/21/14).
 * Confirmation of above from candidate.

Visitor Type

 * PhD student, not even near ABD yet but wants to know what the job market's like: 6
 * PhD student, close to ABD: 6
 * ABD, not defending soon: 3
 * ABD, defending within 4-6 months/have a set defense date: 6
 * ABD, intending to defend by May '15: 25
 * ABD, intending to defend by Aug '15: 8
 * ABD, intending to defend by Dec '14: 3
 * ABD, no defense at my U:
 * ABD, working fulltime in an academic position: 2
 * MFA in hand, no job currently
 * MFA in hand, in NTT academic position: 2
 * Ph.D. in hand, no job currently: 3
 * Ph.D. in hand, in NTT academic position, seeking TT position: 19
 * Ph.D. in hand; in NTT academic position, seeking both TT and NTT positions: 1
 * Ph.D. in hand, in TT academic position, seeking another TT position: 12
 * Ph.D in hand, not currently in an academic position: 4
 * Postdoc: 6
 * Research Scientist:
 * Lecturer: 1
 * Visiting Assistant Professor: 2
 * Assistant Professor: 5
 * Assistant Professor (CLA, NTT): 1
 * Associate Professor: 3
 * Assistant Professor, just morbidly curious: 2
 * Full Professor looking to move:
 * Member of a Search Committee: (surely there are more?): 5
 * Just browsing:
 * Pessimistic, jobless and apparently f* cked:
 * Invested Significant Other: 1
 * TT Political scientist considering move to communications/J-school: 1
 * Working journalist/adjunct prof looking into full-time academia: 1

Specialty

 * Advertising: 3
 * Big data: 1
 * CMC/Mediated Comm/Social Media: 9
 * Comparative media systems:
 * Critical/Cultural (General): 8
 * Culture/Intercultural: 4
 * Environmental Comm: 3
 * Ethics and Comm: 1
 * Generalist: 2
 * Health comm: 8
 * Instructional Comm: 2
 * Interpersonal: 11
 * Journalism: 1
 * Mass media: 2
 * Media effects: 4
 * Media History and Political economy: 2
 * Media policy and economics: 1
 * Methods: 1
 * New Media: 5
 * Neuro: 1
 * Org. Comm: 4
 * Pedagogy/Critical Communication Pedagogy: 2
 * Production Video, Film: 1
 * Rhetoric: 10
 * Risk and crisis: 1
 * Performance Studies: 2
 * Political Communication: 3
 * PR: Marketing:
 * Sub-Specialty, Television Studies: 1
 * Sports Comm:
 * Social network analysis: 2
 * Tech Comm and Medical Rhetoric:
 * Visual Comm: 2

How many applications have you sent out this year?
Note: If you have already posted a number here and you change your number to the next category up, make sure to decrease the lower one as well to prevent inflation!
 * - Just browsing, I'll be on the job market soon enough:1
 * - Just browsing, currently employed, but am always looking for new opportunties: 1
 * - Thank $deity, I got a job last year, but am still addicted to this wiki:
 * - I got a non-academic job, but the Wiki was my life last year, so I'm back:
 * - I got a non-academic job, but curious how my buddies are doing:
 * 1-10: 9
 * 11-20: 10
 * 21-30: 12
 * 31-40: 5
 * 41 and above: 2
 * I've submitted over 80. Yeah, I'm that guy. :-(
 * Sent so many out you lost track:
 * I have become a walking application:
 * I started late in the game for one reason or another: