Announcing an Opening at Texas A&M University--Department of Communication  in Telecommunication Media Studies   The Department of Communication at Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Telecommunication Media Studies, starting fall 2009.  We are seeking an individual with expertise in international communication, global media, or comparative media systems.  Internationalization is a priority and the Department has new initiatives in China and the Asian Pacific region and programs and partnerships in Mexico, South America, Europe, and the Middle East.  Topics of interest include communication technologies, cultural studies, feminist theory and criticism, diaspora and immigrant media, race and ethnicity, telecommunication, television studies, political communication, law and policy, or other areas of media studies. The successful candidate’s work will complement that of the existing faculty and other new hires in each of the Department’s areas of strength:  telecommunication media studies, rhetoric and public address, organizational communication, and health communication.   Qualifications include Ph.D. in Communication or related discipline (exceptional ABD candidates may be considered); successful teaching experience; a program of research within the areas described above; promise of significant contribution to Communication; and evidence of potential for graduate instruction.   For full consideration, applicants should send a letter of application including a statement of research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation by November 1, 2008 to:   Eric W. Rothenbuhler, Search Committee Chair Dept. of Communication, Texas A&M University 4234 TAMU, 102 Bolton Hall College Station, TX 77843-4234   Texas A&M is the fourth largest university in the United States.  It ranks in the top ten nationally in number of national merit scholars, total research expenditures, and total endowment funds.  Texas A&M University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, is deeply committed to diversity, and responds to the needs of dual-career couples.