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Associate or Full Professor of Journalism Studies

Position Number: 6581032
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Communications - Journalism

Associate or Full Professor of Journalism Studies

Requisition Number: 67294
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
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Job Summary

The Department of Journalism in the College of Communication, Media, Design and Information (CMDI) at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenured professor of journalism studies at the associate or full professor rank.
The successful candidate will identify within the broad field of journalism studies. We are interested in candidates across all specialties within journalism studies but prefer candidates studying contemporary issues facing journalism. We also strongly prefer candidates with interest in mentoring and advising journalism studies PhD students. Department and college/university-level service will be a vital part of this appointment, and we prefer candidates with a proven record of similar service and/or interest in service and leadership.
The successful candidate must be well-grounded in journalism studies and open to creative interchange with colleagues practicing a variety of qualitative, quantitative and practice-based methodologies while researching and teaching journalism and media through both a social science and humanistic approach. They should also have demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogies and the mentoring of a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate students. The position is 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service and involves teaching two classes per semester.
The position will begin in August of 2026.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

In 2022, the Department of Journalism at the University of Colorado-Boulder celebrated its 100th anniversary as a degree granting-organization within CU Boulder. Faculty members are prominent in both the academic and professional organizations. The Department of Journalism is a vibrant and engaged community of scholars and practitioners who share a commitment to the highest ethical and innovative ways to teach and research about journalism. The Department offers BA and MA degrees in journalism. The Department also offers a PhD degree in journalism studies.
The College of Communication, Media, Design and Information (CMDI) is at the forefront of the revolution in communication, digital technology, and design. CMDI prides itself on offering students an interdisciplinary education with a focus on innovation and creativity! Our students and faculty from seven departments think across boundaries, innovate around emerging problems and create culture that transcends convention.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Teach two journalism courses per semester
Conduct research/creative work in the area of journalism studies
Do service within the Department of Journalism, CMDI and the University as a whole

What You Should Know

The University of Colorado Boulder has implemented a reference check program with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their current and previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination - before making hiring decisions. All final candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information.

What We Can Offer

The annual salary range for this position is $95,000 - $150,000.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

A PhD in journalism or a closely allied field
Already tenured at a University
At least six (6) years teaching at the undergraduate level
A research portfolio commensurate with tenurability at an R1 University

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

Letter of Application that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
Current CV.
Published Article or other representative research, uploaded in PDF format.
Evidence of Teaching Success, uploaded in PDF format. (Examples of evidence of teaching success might include teaching awards, unique teaching initiatives, peer reviews of teaching or teaching evaluations.)

During the application process, you will need to enter contact information for three (3) references. We may request confidential letters of recommendation at a later time. This information will be kept confidential and viewable only by the search committee.
For full consideration, please apply by October 31, 2025. The search will continue until the position is filled.
If you have questions, please contact Associate Professor and Co-Search Chair, Angie Chuang at angie.chuang@colorado.edu.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Associate-or-Full-Professor-of-Journalism-Studies/67294