Loyola University Chicago invites qualified applications for an Instructor or Assistant Professor position in Public Relations and Digital/New Media in the School of Communication at the downtown campus. The candidate should have a focus in public relations and digital/new media in corporate, government or nonprofit settings. The applicant should also be experienced in the conception, design and delivery of messages through integrated new media platforms including social media, mobile marketing, blogging, streaming video, podcasts, 3D virtual worlds, SEO and Web sites. REQUIREMENTS: The appointment may be as an instructor or assistant professor (tenure-track) level, depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant. A master’s degree is required. Ph.D. is preferred for the assistant professor appointment. The candidate should have significant professional experience with Digital/New Media. Candidates with a record of teaching and working with students are preferred. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES include teaching undergraduate courses in public relations, communication and technology, new media campaigns, and integrated marketing communication, as well as developing specialized courses in applications of new media. This position includes department and university service as well as ongoing research and professional activities. The starting date is August 2009. Initial review of applications will begin on January 12, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates must apply online at www.careers.luc.edu ( http://www.careers.luc.edu/ )with a letter of application describing their experience and interests, and a current curriculum vitae. Applicants should send materials related to teaching experience, and include a portfolio with samples of research or professional work. Three letters of recommendation are also required. Application materials and letters of recommendation should be sent to Dr. Kay Felkins, Search Committee Chair, Advertising and Public Relations, School of Communication, Loyola University Chicago, 820 N. Michigan, Chicago, IL 60611. For further information about Loyola University Chicago and the School of Communication, consult the University Web site: www.luc.edu ( http://www.luc.edu/ ). Loyola University Chicago is a Jesuit Catholic university, an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer, with a strong commitment to diversifying its faculty. Don Heider Dean, School of Communication Loyola University Chicago 820 N, Michigan Ave. Lewis Towers #906 Chicago, IL 60611 312-915-6558