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Position Summary:

The School of Communication and Multimedia Studies (SCMS) in the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Film and Media Studies. This position requires research and teaching strengths in film and media studies. We are also particularly interested in scholars whose research engages with digital studies, critical data studies, and transnational/diasporic media. We seek a candidate who complements the offerings of the School. The position includes teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level. We offer a Masters in Communication and Media Studies and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Comparative Studies. We seek a candidate who will balance high-quality scholarship, excellence in teaching, and committed service. Faculty typically teach a 3-2 course schedule.

Candidates must be able to teach courses in some combination of the following areas: society and technology; film and media theory; sexuality and media; and/or digital media. They will also be expected to offer some of their own course offerings. For additional information on the position, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Chris Robé (crobe@fau.edu). Further information about the School can be found at: https://www.fau.edu/scms/

Summary of Responsibilities:

• The new hire will be responsible to the School Director.
• Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative
• activities.
• The new hire may represent the School, college, and/or university, on college, university and/or Statewide committees.
• The new hire may contribute to the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters Interdisciplinary Ph. D. program in Comparative Studies.
• If appropriate to the hire’s research, the new hire may contribute to FAU’s existing Certificate Programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in Film or Media Studies, or related field, at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:
Relevant teaching experience at the college level, publication record in the field.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

School of Communication and Multimedia Studies

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2025-12-01

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and contact information for three references.

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711