Assistant Professor of Integrated Marketing Communications

University of Mississippi Medical Center - University, MS

Full-time - Entry Level

University, MS

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

The University of Mississippi is seeking two tenure-track Assistant Professors of Integrated Marketing Communications to join the School of Journalism and New Media starting in Fall 2025. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, maintaining scholarly productivity, and contributing to the school's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Candidates should have a strong research background in integrated marketing communications, public relations, or advertising, along with teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in integrated marketing communications, public relations, and advertising at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Maintain a steady stream of scholarly publications in the area of expertise.
• Serve as chairs/advisors for graduate student theses or creative scholarship.
• Perform service to the school and university.
• Teach research methods and emerging technology courses.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in communication or a related discipline with an emphasis in public relations, integrated marketing communications, or advertising.
• Demonstrated strength in scholarly productivity necessary for tenure and promotion.
• Excellence in teaching at the collegiate level.
• Ability to teach research methods.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant professional experience in integrated marketing communications or related fields.

Benefits

• Health and wellness initiatives for employees.
• Supportive work environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.