[HASTS-jobs] Fwd: University of Virginia Assistant Professor search

[Karen L Gardner]

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From: Lisa Messeri <lisa.messeri at gmail.com<mailto:lisa.messeri at gmail.com>>
Subject: job listing
Date: September 22, 2014 8:10:41 PM EDT
To: Karen Gardner <kgardner at mit.edu<mailto:kgardner at mit.edu>>
Reply-To: <lisa.messeri at gmail.com<mailto:lisa.messeri at gmail.com>>


The Department of Media Studies (http://www.mediastudies.virginia.edu<https://mail.eservices.virginia.edu/owa/redir.aspx?C=eXxygRWzgUKeVptk5Xkbj4_UeNVFqtEIvqRu0YZQimflTNWUi8fceDpU4VcOqWLuo_6Tm1wME8k.&URL=http%3a%2f%2fwww.mediastudies.virginia.edu>) at the University of Virginia seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor, appointment beginning August 25, 2015. The successful candidate must have a PhD (or be ABD with expected completion of June 2015), evidence of innovative and effective teaching, and excellent research promise in the field of media studies. We are searching for a scholar who specializes in social media and mobile technologies. We particularly welcome candidates with a focus on one or more of the following: infrastructures, mobilities, and non-North American perspectives. Candidates should be well versed in theories of technology, globalization, and new media so as to complement current departmental strengths in global media, technology, and policy.

To apply, candidates must submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs at UVA (https://jobs.virginia.edu<https://mail.eservices.virginia.edu/owa/redir.aspx?C=eXxygRWzgUKeVptk5Xkbj4_UeNVFqtEIvqRu0YZQimflTNWUi8fceDpU4VcOqWLuo_6Tm1wME8k.&URL=https%3a%2f%2fjobs.virginia.edu>), search on posting number 0614985, and electronically attach the following: a cover letter of interest that describes research agenda and teaching experience, curriculum vitae that includes the names and contact information of three (3) references that can speak to research excellence. Also, under separate cover by e-mail please arrange for one (1) of the references listed in the CV to send a confidential letter of recommendation to: Professor Bruce Williams, Chair of Search Committee, mediastudiessearch at gmail.com<https://mail.eservices.virginia.edu/owa/redir.aspx?C=eXxygRWzgUKeVptk5Xkbj4_UeNVFqtEIvqRu0YZQimflTNWUi8fceDpU4VcOqWLuo_6Tm1wME8k.&URL=mailto%3amediastudiessearch%40gmail.com>.

For priority consideration, please submit all application materials and letters of reference by November 1, 2014. The position will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Professor Bruce Williams, Chair of Search Committee,baw5n at virginia.edu<https://mail.eservices.virginia.edu/owa/redir.aspx?C=eXxygRWzgUKeVptk5Xkbj4_UeNVFqtEIvqRu0YZQimflTNWUi8fceDpU4VcOqWLuo_6Tm1wME8k.&URL=mailto%3abaw5n%40virginia.edu>.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to making a final offer of employment.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.



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