ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMMUNICATION (QUANTITATIVE METHODS), TENURE-TRACK FACULTY_18-19 COMM-QUANTMETHODS-TT [Position PS#00003828] California State University East Bay, Hayward, CA Apply at https://apply.interfolio.com/42088 THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, East Bay is known for award-winning programs, expert instruction, a diverse student body of over 15,000 students, and a choice of more than 100 career-focused fields of study. For the past three years our campus has been the recipient of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity Magazine. We are proud of our diversity and committed to providing an inclusive and stimulating environment for all our students. The University's main campus is in Hayward, with branches in Contra Costa County, Online and in Oakland, California. Our 900+ faculty offer bachelor's degrees in 47 fields, minors in 51 fields, master's degrees in 33 fields, 9 credentials programs, 12 certificate options, and 1 doctoral degree program. http://www20.csueastbay.edu/ All California State University campuses, including CSUEB, will become smoke and tobacco-free effective September 1, 2017. THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Communication prepares students for success through acquisition of knowledge and skills in communication theory and research, critical analysis, speaking, writing, digital media, and journalism. Students learn to understand our ever-changing contemporary media environment, and the long history of the relationships among communication, self, and society. In so doing, they are prepared for a broad array of career paths. A distinguished faculty, fully equipped studios/labs: (Newspaper; Broadcast/Video Production; Advertising; Communication Tutoring), the Public Relations Student Society of America, the Department’s speech and debate club, and a dynamic graduate student body all afford students opportunities and skills to make positive, professional, and significant contributions in the communication field. The Communication Department enjoys a highly diverse student-body with over 550 undergraduate and over 30 graduate majors. The Department currently offers two undergraduate options: Media Production (including journalism and video production), and Professional, Public and Organizational Communication (including public relations and advertising). Beginning in 2018 with the conversion of the campus to the semester system, the Department will offer three brand new concentrations: Communication and Media Studies, Strategic Communication, and Multimedia Journalism. http://www.csueastbay.edu/class/departments/communication/index.html DUTIES OF THE POSITION: The successful candidate will teach coursework at all levels in the Department of Communication with a primary focus on quantitative communication research (emphasizing social media content); degree coursework within the three program concentrations of Strategic Communication, Communication and Media Studies, and Digital Media Journalism; and other coursework as assigned. When necessary, the successful candidate will lead in the design and conducting of surveys (and other research) for the Department’s various needs in serving students, and the Department and University’s goals. They will mentor and teach a diverse student body, and is expected to respect the varied (inter)disciplinary specialties represented in the department. In addition to teaching, all faculty have advising responsibilities, assist the Department with administrative and/or committee work, and are expected to assume campus-wide committee responsibilities. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay include courses at the Hayward, Concord and Online campuses. RANK AND SALARY: Assistant Professor. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Subject to budgetary authorization. DATE OF APPOINTMENT: Fall semester, 2018 QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Ph.D. in Communication (or a related field) at the time of appointment with an emphasis on content analysis and quantitative methods. ABD candidates may be considered, however, the degree must be in hand at the time of appointment. Demonstrated research record. Evidence of teaching effectiveness. PREFERRED: A contemporary critical focus and an ability to articulate the importance of critical communication research in the classroom. A research emphasis on social media discourse and its socio-cultural implications. An ability to teach, mentor, advise and work with students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, graduate students, and generally contribute to student life initiatives on campus. DESIRABLE: Demonstration of a research record and promising works in progress, published scholarly works, and plans for a sustained program of research. Evidence of effective teaching and the ability to teach across the curriculum. A desire to work with faculty across the campus. Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity. This University is fully committed to the rights of students, staff and faculty with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. For more information about the University’s program supporting the rights of our students with disabilities see: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/as/ APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS DEADLINE: For full consideration, all applications should be submitted by October 1, 2017. The position will remain open until filled. TO APPLY: Please submit the following via Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/42088 • Letter of application addressing the qualifications noted in the position announcement; • Current curriculum vitae (C.V.); • Teaching statement (2 to 3 pages max); • Research statement (2 to 3 pages max); • Evidence of teaching effectiveness (2 to 3 pages max); • Writing samples; • Three (3) confidential letters of recommendation; • Diversity statement that addresses how you engage a diverse student population in your teaching, research, mentoring, and advising (1 page max). Note: California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent upon presentation of documents demonstrating the appointee’s identity and eligibility to work in accordance with provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check and prior employment verification) must be completed and cleared prior to the start of employment. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CSUEB does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body.