Advertising​/Public Relations OR Broadcast and Digital Journalism Assistant Professor

Advertising/Public Relations OR Broadcast and Digital Journalism Assistant Professor

College of Arts & Humanities, Department of Media, Communications and Journalism (CSU Fresno) – (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..html

The College and Department invite applications for an Assistant Professor of Advertising/Public Relations or Broadcast and Digital Journalism. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses, advise students, conduct scholarly research or creative work, and serve on department, college, and university committees.

• Teach undergraduate courses in Advertising/Public Relations or Broadcast/Digital Journalism.
• Advise students and provide mentorship.
• Conduct scholarly research or creative work.
• Serve on department, college, and university committees.
• Engage in community service and attend major events.

Faculty teach 12 WTUs per semester. Contract provides a course release each semester for the first two years and allows for time reductions for scholarship. Specific assignments depend on departmental needs and the candidate’s background.

Students: CSU Fresno is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and has a strong commitment to inclusion.

• Required
  
  Education:
  • Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations or Advertising, or a closely related discipline OR
  • M.A. in the field plus five years of professional experience.
• Required Experience:
  • Professional experience in advertising, public relations, broadcast journalism or digital journalism.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level.
  • Evidence of active scholarship, creative and/or professional activities.
  • Commitment to undergraduate teaching and student success.
  • Minimum one year of university/college-level teaching experience (TA roles considered).
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in related discipline (or complete by August 1 2026).
  • Background in AI, digital communication, statistics, data analytics or related journalism areas.
  • Specialization in a particular discipline (e.g., agriculture, healthcare, investigative, multimedia).
  • Evidence of an active research agenda or creative works in the field.

Submit by February 25 2026. Review begins January 26 2026; positions close March 31 2026. Apply online at /

Attach:

• Cover letter addressing required experience and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.
• List of four references with contact information.
• Representative example of scholarship or creative work (online link).
• Examples of student work (online link).
• Statement of teaching philosophy.

Three letters of recommendation and official transcripts may be requested during interview stage.

Professor Faith Sidlow
Department of Media, Communications and Journalism
College of Arts and Humanities
Email: fmsidlow
Phone: 559‑278‑4868

Tenure-Track Faculty gain a clear path to tenure through the University’s Probationary Plan Process. Compensation: $6,500–$6,800 per month (12 monthly payments). Competitive benefits package within the CSU System.

California State University, Fresno is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer consistent with state and federal law. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.