Go to... PTOC Assistant Professor of Journalism Apply now Job no: 559310 Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track Location: Fullerton Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time, Faculty - Communications/Journalism Department of Communications College of Communications Assistant Professor of JournalismFall 2027 The Department of Communications at
California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in journalism, with an appointment beginning in August 2027. This is your opportunity to bring your passion and expertise to a dynamic, future-oriented faculty where you will directly impact nearly 1,500 diverse students across our premier mass communications programs. Situated in the second-largest media
market in the United States, CSUF offers an unparalleled ecosystem for collaboration and innovation—complete with state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, an elite internship center, award-winning student media, and our signature annual COMM Week. If you are eager to lead impactful scholarship, mentor driven storytellers, and thrive within a deeply supportive academic community, we welcome your application to join us
in shaping the future of journalism. PositionIn this role, you will teach core and elective courses within our journalism concentration, bringing real-world insights into the classroom. Additionally, you will have the unique opportunity to transition into a mentorship role as the advisor to the Daily Titan, CSUF’s editorially independent, student-run multi-platform newsroom. Your instructional portfolio will include
essential courses such as digital news reporting and writing, the principles and ethics of journalism, and the Daily Titan news capstone. You will have the opportunity to advance the field through impactful research, scholarship, or creative work in journalism and mass communication, aligned with our tenure milestones. Beyond the classroom, you’ll become an integral part of our vibrant campus community—mentoring
students, helping shape the future of our department, and collaborating across the wider university and academic discipline. To support our diverse student body, candidates should also expect to teach evening and graduate-level courses occasionally. Required Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in mass communications, journalism, or a related field by time of appointment Demonstrated potential for
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