Grambling State University

Assistant/Associate Professor of Film Studies

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DEPARTMENT:	Mass Communication
QUALIFICATIONS:	A Ph.D. degree in Film Studies or a closely related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years of teaching and/or professional experience in the field. Candidates with ABD in Film Studies or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Film and Video Production or Telecommunications with at least five years of teaching and/or professional experience will be considered. A commitment to the academic achievement of a diverse student population. An excellent academic record and evidence of potential to make significant contributions to the field of film studies. A commitment to teaching and successful development of majors in the discipline.
RESPONSIBILITIES:	The successful candidate will be expected to: Teach courses in film studies, as assigned Serve and provide assistance on all committees to which he/she is assigned Engage in scholarly work and to involve students in this work whenever feasible Assist the Department Head in increasing the number of majors in the department Assist with curriculum reviews and analysis at the department/college/university level Attend faculty meetings, convocations, and commencements, and to participate in other official University functions when requested Insure that all programs in the department have currency and that they contribute to the mission of the University Assist with providing leadership and counsel for student organizations in the department Perform other tasks assigned by the Department Head, Dean of the College, and the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.
SALARY:	Salary is competitive with excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION DETAILS:	Electronically submit (using MS Word) cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) letters of reference, and required applications to empapp@gram.edu. Official transcripts and Pre-employment Screening Forms (Criminal Background Check Forms) should be submitted under separate cover via regular mail to: Grambling State University Office of Human Resources GSU Box 4261 Grambling, LA 71245
DEADLINE:	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform applicants that we can employ only U. S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U. S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. Each finalist for a position is required to undergo a criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of the background check. GSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that provides facilities accessible to the disabled. Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the ADA should contact Grambling’s Office of Human Resources located in room #148 of Long Jones Hall or call (318) 274-2237. Posted 10/2/2009