The Hussman School of Journalism and Media at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an experienced professional in business journalism to join the faculty in Fall 2022. The School offers one of the few business journalism programs in the country and is known for providing strong foundations in writing, conceptual thinking and ethical practices.
The successful candidate will contribute to the school’s continued excellence in journalism with a particular focus on business journalism. The selected candidate will teach five semester-long courses per academic year (if hired on tenure track) or six semester-long courses per year (if hired on a fixed-term appointment). During the interview process, the specifics of each appointment will be discussed.
This person will administer the school’s business journalism certificate program, will be expected to teach current courses and will expand our course offerings in business journalism. The selected candidate also is expected to engage with business journalism leaders as well as community partners to connect students with professional experiences that enhance their education and career preparation. Fostering the trajectory of students is a key component of this position, particularly through advising and mentoring. The person in this position will serve on or lead master’s student thesis committees and serve on other school committees. Additional responsibilities will include service to the school and the university.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
The successful candidate will have a distinguished career as a business journalist, at either the local or national level, with at least 10 years of experience writing or editing in the field of business or economics news. A master’s degree or terminal degree in journalism, communication, business or a related discipline is preferred. An earned terminal degree may be substituted by relevant professional experience or by a combination of education and experience.
The candidate should be proficient in business journalism and multiple reporting techniques, such as data gathering and analysis, records requests, navigating business documents and the uses of new technologies. Candidates are encouraged to submit a business journalism portfolio demonstrating their prior work.
The ability to teach students effectively in the classroom is of great importance. Prior experience in teaching university courses in business journalism or related disciplines is required. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., summary of teaching evaluations) is requested. Leading seminars or workshops with university-level students or industry professionals will be considered in lieu of teaching experience, provided evidence of effectiveness is included.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The ability to teach courses in leadership and entrepreneurship.
An interest or experience in online instruction.
Abilities in digital media.
Administrative experience in higher education and/or the profession.
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