*Two Assistant Professor of Communication positions at the University of Arkansas * *Assistant Professor - Public Advocacy, Communication Campaigns, Social Media* http://jobs.uark.edu:80/postings/9157 This position is a tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of assistant professor. The position entails conducting research leading to publication, designing graduate and undergraduate courses, providing curriculum material, constructing syllabi, leading classroom instruction, writing and administering exams, coaching students in the writing of essays, mentoring and evaluating students, serving on various faculty- and student-oriented committees, and participating in the faculty decision-making of the Communication Department. The position will complement the department’s focus on the role of communication in civic engagement, particularly as expressed in matters of public concern, the political process, healthcare, or community involvement. This position will specialize in public advocacy, communication campaigns, and/or social media. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter/letter of application, college transcripts (copies acceptable), writing samples, and evidence of teaching effectiveness uploaded to the ‘Other Documents’ link. A list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and contact number) will be requested during the application process. Posting closes *October 25, 2015*. *Assistant Professor - Rhetoric, Public Communication, Legal Communication* http://jobs.uark.edu:80/postings/9044 This position is a tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of assistant professor. The position entails conducting research leading to publication, designing graduate and undergraduate courses, providing curriculum material, constructing syllabi, leading classroom instruction, writing and administering exams, coaching students in the writing of essays, mentoring and evaluating students, serving on various faculty- and student-oriented committees, and participating in the faculty decision-making of the Communication Department. The position will complement the department’s focus on the role of communication in civic engagement, particularly as expressed in matters of public concern, the political process, healthcare, or community involvement. Within this broad focus, we seek colleagues with expertise in rhetoric, public communication, and/or legal communication. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter/letter of application, college transcripts (copies acceptable), writing samples, and evidence of teaching effectiveness uploaded to the ‘Other Documents’ link. A list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and contact number) will be requested during the application process. Posting closes *October 25, 2015*. Founded in 1871 as a land grant institution, the University of Arkansas is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the top two percent of universities in the nation with the highest level of research activity. Ten colleges and schools serve 26,000 students with more than 210 academic programs. University of Arkansas students earn nationally competitive awards at an impressive rate and represent 50 states and more than 120 countries. Located in the stunning Ozark Mountains of northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, known for its spectacular views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country’s finest college towns, and the surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of the nation’s best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. The university is especially interested in applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the diversity of all program areas. The University of Arkansas also has a commitment to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. For additional information, visit the Human Resources website: http://hr.uark.edu. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act and persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. -- Stephanie Ricker Schulte / Associate Chair / Associate Professor of Communication University of Arkansas / 417 Kimpel Hall / Fayetteville, AR 72701 / 479 575 3769 Author of *Cached: Decoding the Internet in Global Popular Culture <http://nyupress.org/books/book-details.aspx?bookid=8212#.UUeEietGIVw>*