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Department of Communication
University of Maryland

Assistant Professor in Public Relations

The Department of Communication at the University of Maryland invites applications for a tenure track position in public relations at the rank of assistant professor, starting August 15, 2008, and contingent on funding.

The successful candidate will have expertise in public relations management, theory, writing and campaigns. The successful candidate will be able to teach and engage in research in public relations and teach communication theory and relevant research methods.  Candidates must have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and the clear potential to establish a strong, active research program.  Teaching experience, preferably at the university level, is highly desirable. Professional experience is desirable.   

The Department of Communication offers specializations in public relations at the B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. levels.

For best consideration, interested candidates should submit a complete application by October 15, 2007.  The application materials should include (a) a letter of application that describes research interests and other qualifications, (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) one letter of recommendation, (d) the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three additional references, and (e) sample(s) of recent research. Salary commensurate with experience.  Application materials should be sent to:

Linda Aldoory, Ph.D., Associate Professor and

Chair, Public Relations Faculty Search Committee

Department of Communication

2130 Skinner Building

University of Maryland

College Park, MD 20742-7635

Questions regarding this announcement may be addressed to Professor Aldoory at (301) 405-6528 or e-mail: laldoory@umd.edu.  Information about the department is available on the department’s Web site at http://www.comm.umd.edu.                                                       

The University of Maryland is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

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