Full – Time  Academic Position in Public Relations Theory and Practice, Department of Public Relations and Advertising – Faculty of Communication and Media Studies

Job Description

The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, scholarly research and publication, serving on departmental board meetings, appropriate departmental and university committees, and student and theses advising.

Qualifications

All applicants should have potential for excellence in teaching and research. A high command of English Language is essential. Applicants should have experience in teaching public relations theory and practice courses, and other related topics. Those who in addition have also had work experience in related fields are encouraged to apply. It is crucial that candidates have a demonstrable interest in the theoretical and critical issues surrounding one’s area/s of interest . Applicants for appointment to the Assistant Professor position should have completed a Ph.D. degree in Public Relations, or in Marketing Communication / Mass Communication, and should have published research in indexed journals. Applicants for Associate Professor or full Professor positions must demonstrate a strong academic and scholarly record of teaching and publications, and should have a proven track record of ability to mentor junior faculty.

Further inquiries may be submitted to Assist.Prof.Dr. Baruck Opiyo, Chair, Department of  Public Relations and Advertising, Eastern Mediterranean University, Gazimağusa, North Cyprus, via Mersin-10, Turkey,
Tel: +90-392-630-2006, E-mail: baruck.opiyo@emu.edu.tr

Term of Employment

EMU offers a competitive salary. The initial appointment is for eleven months starting September 15, 2008, renewable for two years, contingent upon successful performance.

Deadline : 30 May 2008.

Application Procedure

On-line applications, including full CV with the names and contact information of three references, should be made.