About the Job

Qualifications

Required: J.D. with expertise in media ethics and law and contemporary legal issues related to First Amendment freedoms of expression and freedom of the press. Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in the areas of media law and ethics. Preferred: In addition to an earned J.D., it is preferred that the candidate hold a Ph.D. or MA in journalism and mass communication or related field with an emphasis on topics related to First Amendment freedoms of speech and freedom of the press. Scholars with expertise in social media/polarization/and ownership of content and platforms, regulation of new business models for journalism, and other issues in media law and ethics will also be considered. Relevant professional legal experience and the capacity to contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of a rapidly evolving emerging-media focused professional journalism and law curriculum, including use of technology and its challenges for media companies and professions, are also preferred qualifications.

Candidates will be evaluated according to a) required and preferred education qualifications, b) overall quality of their legal and scholarly work, c) relevance of their scholarly research and legal experience to the school’s academic priorities and fields of inquiry, d) evidence of commitment to teaching and/or training journalism and law students, and e) service leadership experience relevant to managing an academic engagement center.

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Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $95,000-$155,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience Time Appointment Category: 75-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.) Position Type:  Faculty and P&A Staff