Lemuel Heidel Brown Endowed Chair

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Job Posting Title: Lemuel Heidel Brown Endowed Chair Position Type: Faculty Department: LSUAM Manship School of Mass Communication (Kim Bissell ( Work Location: Journalism Building Pay Grade: Academic Job Description: The Manship School of Mass Communication seeks a distinguished scholar or a distinguished professional for an endowed chair. The intent of the Brown Chair is to enhance teaching and research in the business and economic aspects of mass communication and public affairs. Areas of specialization could include: mass media business models; economic theories of news; corporate structure, corporate communication, strategic communication, organization of mass media industries; commercialization, globalization, new media; new models for funding the news and the role of media in democratic discourse. Job Responsibilities: Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Mass Comm; mentors students and junior faculty. 40% Takes an active role in building the school's graduate program, including a new online MA program. Takes an active role in activities of the school's Reilly Center for Media & Public Affairs. 30% Assists with outside contacts for the school. 20% Serves on school and university committees. 10% Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in Mass Communication, Economic, Marketing, Business, Political Science, Sociology, History, or related field with 8 years of experience. Specific Experience: Distinguished research record or distinguished record of professional service/ or both Preferred Qualifications: Specific Experience: History of attracting grants or contracts a plus, but not required Additional Requirements: FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality. Additional Job Description: Special Instructions: Please provide a cover letter, resume, (3) professional references, and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Kim Bissell at Posting Date: February 15, 2024 Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information: Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more. Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency: LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management . HCM Contact Information: For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at or email . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.