Instructional Assistant Professor of Journalism, Non-Tenure Track, Spring 2025

Job Description

Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at Chapman University invites applications for a non-tenure-track Instructional Assistant Professor in Journalism position within the Department of English starting January 2025.

Wilkinson College seeks a practicing journalist with experience in professional news reporting and teaching journalism, reporting, writing, and editing. Experience on multiple platforms is preferred. We are particularly interested in candidates whose work includes analyzing journalism's role in strengthening democratic institutions. More information on the journalism program is available here: https://www.chapman.edu/wilkinson/english/index.aspx.

The successful candidate will be a journalism professional and a dynamic and innovative educator, responsible for teaching both introductory and advanced courses in civic accountability news reporting and writing. These courses will be conducted in partnership with the program’s community-based learning laboratory, Voice of OC, Orange County’s only nonprofit daily news site. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring students, managing internship opportunities, and engaging in appropriate service activities. Our goal is to train future journalism leaders and innovators during a period of profound transformation in the field. While a history of successful teaching is preferred, journalists with limited teaching experience but an outstanding professional background are welcome to apply.

Chapman University is a nationally-ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 87 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, offer 65 bachelors, 53 master, and six doctoral programs, along with nearly 60 minors and 17 accelerated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by the more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners. 

The mission of Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is to foster rigorous inquiry among our students through a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts that is scholarly, creative, interdisciplinary, and experiential. Wilkinson College plays an important and unique role in the educational journey of every Chapman student and aims to ensure that graduates are prepared to assume their responsibility as global citizens, acting knowledgeably and providing compassionate leadership in our community and world. More information about Wilkinson College is available at www.chapman.edu/wilkinson.

The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University is available at https://www.chapman.edu/diversity

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Collegiate News Service reporting and writing courses.
• Provide guidance and professional development to undergraduate Journalism students by offering personalized academic advising and overseeing their internship experiences.
• Participate in department, college, and university service and community engagement.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom by creating an inclusive and welcoming learning environment that respects and values the perspectives of all students.

Job Requirements

Required

• Masters in journalism or related field.
• Experience in professional news reporting, writing, and editing.
• Commitment to teaching, mentoring, and publishing. 

Preferred

• Evidence of effective teaching in undergraduate courses in Journalism
• Evidence of community engagement and experience in reporting and writing civic news.

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified applicants should submit the following

• Cover Letter
• CV or Resumé
• Samples of published journalism. (if available)
• Statement of teaching philosophy (2 pages max) 
• Three confidential letters of reference

For inquiries, please email the Search Committee Chair, Professor Susan Paterno use “Instructional Assistant Professor of Journalism, Spring 2025” as the email subject line at paterno@chapman.edu.

Application reviews will begin October 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 a year. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate.  This position is subject to final budget approval. 
 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

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