The Division of Languages and Literatures at Columbia College of South Carolina invites applications for a full-time lecturer or assistant professor. PhD required for tenure-track appointment; master’s degree with extensive professional experience considered. This teaching position requires expertise in journalism, particularly digital media. The division offers a focus in writing for print and digital media with flexible groupings of courses for students interested in writing, editing, publishing, and production careers in print media, public relations, digital video, and Web publishing. Teaching responsibilities may include foundational and advanced skills courses in digital video, convergence journalism or reporting, public relations, Web design, and substantive text editing, as well as first-year composition courses. Other duties include advising majors and assisting with internship supervision and networking. Enhanced skills in designing, analyzing, and using new media for written and visual communication preferred. Candidates should possess a strong commitment to excellence in college teaching and be willing to engage in college and department service. Appointment will begin in August 2011.

Candidates must submit a letter of interest, vita, at least three professional letters of reference, and transcript to Dr. Nancy Tuten, chair of the Division of Languages and Literatures, Columbia College, 1301 Columbia College Drive, Columbia, SC 29203. Those selected for on-campus interviews will demonstrate their commitment to effective pedagogy and practice through a teaching demonstration. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.