Hi everyone, The University of Virginia’s Department of Media Studies invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Media Studies on the academic general faculty, with an expected start date of August 10, 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach introductory courses in media studies, film and television studies, streaming, media history, and global media studies. The core responsibilities of this position include teaching six courses per year, three each during the spring and fall terms. This is a three-year, tenure-ineligible appointment with the possibility of renewal, but not a guarantee. Application website: https://apply.interfolio.com/182234 Qualifications: To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants should hold a PhD. The preferred applicant will hold a PhD at the time of the appointment in Media Studies or a related field of study, such as Communication, Journalism, Digital Media, Technology Studies, Cultural Studies, or other related fields. Application Instructions: Review of applications begins on May 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. We will only consider complete applications. To apply, please submit the following: * Cover letter of interest that includes a summary of your teaching interests and experience and demonstrated experience relevant to the University’s ambition to cultivate the most vibrant community in higher education in order to prepare students to be leaders in a diverse and globally connected world. [More information about the 2030 plan.] * CV * A statement of teaching philosophy * 2 sample syllabi Short-listed candidates will be asked for references at that stage of the process. Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. David Nemer at nemer@virginia.edu. Questions about the application process should be directed to Margaret Weeks, mew7ys@virginia.edu. The university will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. Best, -- David Nemer, PhD Associate Professor, Department of Media Studies Faculty Affiliate, Department of Anthropology Director, Latin American Studies Program University of Virginia Faculty Associate, Berkman Klein Center Harvard University http://dnemer.com http://favela-digital.com<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__favela-2Ddigital.com_&d=DwMGaQ&c=WO-RGvefibhHBZq3fL85hQ&r=YiuGtJJD3zrZhYvlO8RyU_SP7LgxPWQd3lg64IowrfE&m=tWQFWF9kBH-tCTWiqCFxj7r2-pUFjJlOJknMUOBGctfBWdBj6-5cXqxlKeCN2LwW&s=fkLBQ8JysvT9-35LOU1rGmSjaH4Ur1kL-QBXokc7IjA&e=> Books: Technology of the Oppressed (MIT Press, 2022), winner of the 2024 Sally Hacker Prize and 2022 Marcel Roche Award. Tecnologia do Oprimido (Editora Milfontes, 2021) Favela Digital: The other side of technology (GSA, 2013)