• Open Rank Faculty Position in Digital Journalism…

    University of Miami (Coral Gables, FL)


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    The Department of Journalism and Media Management at the University of Miami seeks an innovative and collaborative journalist to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels while leading our local news initiative, CommunityWire.Miami. This full-time faculty position requires teaching and service, is open rank and is not tenure eligible. The position begins August 15, 2025. It requires a Master’s degree and at least five years of experience in local journalism.

     

    The ideal candidate would have experience building sustainable models of multiplatform, local journalism that accurately reflects complex problems, community-based solutions and South Florida’s rich cultural landscape. Active professional practice is encouraged but not required. Experience teaching at the university level is helpful.

     

    Department faculty mentor nationally recognized student media organizations and a growing podcast initiative. Our local news initiative seeks to leverage the combined strength of our student media platforms, upper-level undergraduate classes and graduate student work through local and statewide partnerships.

    Applications should include:

    1. Cover letter explaining interest in the position and fit

    2. Curriculum vitae

    3. Titles and contact information for three references

     

    Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions about this position, please contact Professor Sallie Hughes at [email protected]

     

    The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

    Job Status:

    Full time

    Employee Type:

    Faculty