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Assistant Professor, Journalism and Mass Communications

Murray State University  ·  Journalism and Mass Communications  ·  Murray, KY
Assistant ProfessorTenure-TrackJournalism and Mass Communications

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Assistant Professor, Journalism and Mass Communications Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Along with the application, the following items must be included:Letter of applicationCurriculum VitaeCopies of all college and university transcriptsSamples of scholarly or creative work (please submit under "Writing Sample")Link(s) to online multimedia

publications including podcasts, video productions, and photography (please submit through a word document under "Other Document")For best consideration, please submit a completed application along​ with all required materials​ by March 7, 2026.​ Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Job Details Position Information Posting Number 20260029FAC Job Title Assistant Professor, Journalism and Mass

Communications Number of Vacancies 1 About Murray State Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on

student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a

friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to

Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University. About Murray State Benefits Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit

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