Clinical Specialist - Communications, Journalism & Film

The College of New Jersey - Ewing Township, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Ewing Township, NJ

5,001-10,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Clinical Specialist position in Communications, Journalism, and Film at The College of New Jersey is a non-tenure track role focused on teaching undergraduate courses in Digital Journalism. The position is designed for candidates with a strong background in journalism and digital communication, aiming to enrich education through diversity and inclusion. The role includes a teaching load of 4-3, with responsibilities for advising students and contributing to a diverse academic community.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Digital Journalism, including but not limited to Data Journalism, News Editing and Production, and Social Media Strategy.
• Advise students and provide support for their academic and professional development.
• Contribute to the department's mission of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the learning environment.
• Engage in curriculum development and enhancement of existing courses.
• Participate in departmental service and community engagement activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Journalism or a closely-related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Journalism, Non-fiction storytelling, or Digital communication.
• Demonstrated ability to foster inclusive learning environments and mutual respect among students and colleagues.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

Nice-to-haves

• At least 3 years of experience teaching undergraduate Journalism or related courses as the instructor of record.
• Experience with immersive media (virtual, augmented, and extended realities).

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $84.6K - $107K per year.
• Potential for contract renewal based on performance.
• Opportunities for professional development and collaboration within the department.