The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (CJC) in Gainesville seeks an accomplished visual journalist to join our faculty as a visiting lecturer on a one-term nine-month appointment in the Department of Journalism beginning in August 2024. The position requires teaching three courses per semester, in addition to supervisory work in the CJC Innovation News Center, and some service responsibilities.
Why work with us?
UF is a top-ranked University: The University of Florida is ranked #1 among public universities by The Wall Street Journal, and #6 among public universities by U.S. News and World Report. UF has a student body of over 55,000 who come from all 50 states in the United States and more than 100 countries.
Gainesville is an awesome location: As home to Florida's largest and oldest university, Gainesville (http://cityofgainesville.org) is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events, and athletics. Gainesville and the surrounding area are home to about 250,000 people, a robust arts community, several museums, a world-class health care system anchored at UF, a downtown core known for its restaurants and brew pubs, excellent public and private schools, and abundant nature exemplified by clear, natural springs. Additionally, within 2 hours are attractions such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, and historic St. Augustine.
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Our benefits are incredible: We offer top-of-the-line health insurance, a huge selection of supplemental plans, state retirement programs and more. Explore the comprehensive suite of options: https://hr.ufl.edu/benefits
Expected Salary
Commensurate with experience
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Five years of relevant professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in journalism or communications or a related field
Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level or mentoring
Professional experience covering North-Central Florida
Special Instructions To Applicants
Review of applications will begin on July 11, 2024.
The position is not a remote or hybrid position; it is physically located in Gainesville, FL.
Applicants should submit a resume, letter of interest outlining teaching approach and relevant professional experience, and examples of published work. Please list emails and phone numbers for at least three professional references.
Submit applications to https://jobs.ufl.edu/. Contact search committee chair Ted Bridis at tbridis@ufl.edu for more information.
Health Assessment Required: No
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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