Professor in Mass Communication & Journalism

POSITION OVERVIEW
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences at IILM University, Greater Noida invites
applications from distinguished scholars for the position of Full Professor in Mass
Communication and Journalism. This is a prestigious senior faculty position that
demands exceptional expertise in journalism, media studies, or mass communication. The
successful candidate will provide intellectual leadership, advance the university's media and
communication programs, and contribute significantly to research in the field.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching and Curriculum Development

 Design, develop, and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Mass
Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, and Corporate Communication across
BA (Hons) Journalism & Media Studies, BA (Hons) Corporate Communication, and
M.A Marketing & Communication programs
 Lead curriculum design and periodic review ensuring contemporary relevance aligned
with industry standards, media ethics, and NEP compliance
 Mentor and guide students in advanced courses, research seminars, dissertations, and
media projects
 Develop innovative pedagogical approaches integrating media theory with
contemporary journalism practice, digital media, and emerging communication
technologies
 Facilitate hands-on learning through media production, case study analysis, and
industry exposure
 Conduct lectures, seminars, and practical sessions with excellence in communication
and explanatory skills

Research and Scholarly Activities
 Lead and establish robust research programs in Mass Communication, Journalism,
Media Studies, or Communications with specializations such as Digital Media, Media
Ethics, Investigative Journalism, Public Communications, or Media and Society
 Publish original research in peer-reviewed national and international journals;
maintain strong publication track record demonstrating scholarly impact
 Guide doctoral candidates (PhD scholars) in media and communication research
 Pursue research grants and external funding from media organizations, research
councils, and international agencies
 Establish collaborative research networks with media organizations, journalism
schools, and international research institutions
 Contribute to inter-disciplinary research bridging Media, Business, Law, and Social
Sciences

Media Practice and Industry Engagement
 Facilitate industry partnerships with media houses, news organizations, digital
platforms, and communication agencies
 Engage with practitioners to bring contemporary media practice and industry
standards into curriculum
 Oversee media labs and production facilities to ensure students gain practical
experience
 Support student media projects, publications, and broadcast initiatives
 Connect students with internship and placement opportunities in media and
communication sectors

Academic Leadership and Mentorship
 Serve as mentor to Assistant and Associate Professors in research development and
academic growth
 Contribute to academic program development and continuous quality improvement
initiatives
 Participate in faculty recruitment and evaluation processes
 Organize academic seminars, media debates, and research colloquia on current media
and journalism issues
 Provide intellectual leadership in the discipline and contribute to strategic planning of
the department
Administrative and Community Engagement
 Participate actively in institutional committees, academic governance, and strategic
initiatives
 Engage in community outreach through media literacy programs, journalistic
training, and public education
 Collaborate with media organizations on research, consultancy, and knowledge
- sharing projects
 Contribute to professional associations in journalism and media studies; represent
the university in scholarly forums
 Support university communications and media presence through expertise and
guidance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (ESSENTIAL)
Educational Qualification
 Ph.D. (Doctorate) in Mass Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, or closely
related discipline from a recognized national or international university
 Master's degree with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Journalism,
Mass Communication, Media Studies,…