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LaGuardia Community College/CUNY

Assistant Professor - Journalism
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Position Number: 1333423
Location: Long Island City, New York
Position Type: Communications - Journalism

Assistant Professor - Journalism
Job ID: 19659
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The English Department at LaGuardia Community College is seeking highly motivated and innovative candidates to fill a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level with a specialization in journalism.

The Assistant professor will teach courses in journalism, developmental writing, college composition, and literature; provide academic advisement of students; actively participate in departmental and college-wide initiatives, including curriculum development and professional development activities; be engaged in scholarly activities, including publications and conference participation.

LaGuardia Community College, located in Long Island City, Queens, educates more than 50,000 New Yorkers annually through degree, certificate, and continuing education programs. LaGuardia is a Hispanic Serving Institution committed to diversity and inclusion, with a student population that self-identifies along a broad spectrum of races, ethnicities, cultures, and religions. Our guiding principle Dare To Do More reflects our belief in the transformative power of education—not just for individuals, but for our community and our country—creating pathways for achievement and safeguarding the middle class. LaGuardia is a national voice on behalf of community colleges, where half of all US college students study. Part of the City University of New York (CUNY), the College reflects the legacy of our namesake, Fiorello H. LaGuardia, the former NYC mayor beloved for his championing the underserved. Since our doors opened in 1971, our programs regularly become national models for pushing boundaries to give people of all backgrounds access to a high quality, affordable college education. We invite you to join us in imagining what our students, our community, and our country can become. Visit www.LaGuardia.edu to learn more.

QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree or Ph.D in Journalism required. Significant professional experience in print journalism in a reputable media organization and related professional activity required. Experience with digital journalism and reporting in diverse communities is desirable. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated professional achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

Candidates should have experience in teaching an urban student population including ESL and immigrant students. Knowledge of current composition theory and new educational technology; familiarity with student-centered learning, learning communities, and innovative approaches to teaching writing and literature preferred.

COMPENSATION
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY
Visit http://www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a cover letter and CV/Resume.

CLOSING DATE
December 2, 2018

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.