Please feel free to post and distribute: Department of Media, Culture, and Communication Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track Media Advocacy The Department of Media, Culture, and Communication in the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development at New York University seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin September 1, 2010. We are seeking a scholar who researches the use of media and technology in social advocacy campaigns. Qualified candidates should have a PhD with research specialization in one or more of the following fields: public health, disability studies, and human rights. Preferred candidates will have a demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary scholarship and current philosophical and theoretical debates in relevant fields. NYU’s dynamic Global Network University includes NYU Abu Dhabi and international programs and academic centers around the world. NYU Steinhardt faculty may be afforded the opportunity to work at these global study and research sites. Responsibilities will include: an active agenda of research and publication; undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising; and department and university service. Applicants should send a cover letter discussing qualifications, a curriculum vitae, copies of publications, and three letters of reference, and samples of work to: Search Committee Chair Department of Media, Culture, and Communication Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development New York University 239 Greene St, 7th floor New York NY 10012 Deadline for applications: November 17, 2009 or until the position is filled. New York University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment. **************************************************** Gabriella Coleman, Assistant Professor Department of Media, Culture, & Communication New York University 239 Greene St, 7th floor NY NY 10003 212-992-7696 http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/faculty_bios/view/Gabriella_Coleman