SMU seeks chair in business journalism

Dallas-based Southern Methodist University has posted on its web site that it is now seeking applications for the William O’Neil Chair in Business Journalism.

The ad reads in part: “The Division of Journalism invites nominations and applications for an opportunity in the development of an innovative interdisciplinary program in business journalism. A background in business journalism in a major media market is essential. The candidate selected will be expected to teach business journalism and media management and also help coordinate an interdisciplinary program with the Cox School of Business. Tenure possibilities are dependent on qualifications and background. The position begins August 2007.

“Minimum qualifications: bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications and five years’ professional media experience.

“Preferred qualifications: graduate degree in journalism or communications or MBA and significant background in business journalism in a major media market.”

Read more here. The deadline to apply is Dec. 1. For more information, contact Tony Pederson at tpederso@smu.edu